Efficient Logistics Solutions Across Borders
Road Haulage Services: UK↔Germany
We offer freight transport services to and from Germany. We operate regular services to northern Germany via the ports of Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Emden, as well as connections to eastern Germany via the ports of Kiel and Rostock.
Comprehensive Coverage
Timely Deliveries
Secure Transport
Tailored Solutions
About TES Transport Equipment Services
TES Transport Equipment Services has been a cornerstone in the haulage and logistics industry, providing exceptional transport solutions across the UK and EU. With a commitment to reliability and efficiency, we specialise in container and curtain-side tautliner services, ensuring your goods are delivered safely and on time. Our mission is to streamline your logistics operations with innovative solutions and dedicated customer service.
Germany remains a key destination in our European network, with frequent transport links to and from major ports such as Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Emden. Whether you’re shipping palletised consumer goods, automotive components, engineered machinery or timber, TES provides dependable road haulage and Ro-Ro services tailored for German imports and exports.
In addition to our dedicated services between the UK and Germany, TES offers comprehensive road haulage solutions across Europe. Whether you’re moving goods to France, Spain, Italy, or further afield, our team provides reliable and efficient cross-border transport using curtain-side trailers, Ro-Ro ferries, and container haulage.
Key Ro-Ro Ports for UK–Germany Transport
Port of Hamburg
Germany’s largest seaport with regular Ro-Ro connections. Handles palletised freight, machinery, automotive components, and mixed cargo.
Port of Bremerhaven
One of Europe’s leading Ro-Ro hubs for vehicles and engineering equipment. Ideal for high-volume automotive parts, plant freight, and industrial machinery.
Port of Emden
Major Ro-Ro terminal for wind turbine components, timber, and paper products. Regular UK connections via North Sea shipping routes.
Port of Kiel
Strategically located on the Baltic coast with frequent Ro-Ro and Ro-Pax sailings. Serves northern and eastern German freight flows, including paper, foodstuffs, and packaged goods.
Port of Rostock
Baltic gateway for German-UK Ro-Ro transport. Handles timber, bulk materials, and general cargo with consistent ferry service links.
Common Loads on Curtain-Side Trailers
UK → Germany
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Retail & FMCG pallets (packaged consumer goods, toiletries, beverages)
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Industrial components (fasteners, fixings, tools)
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Automotive parts (just-in-sequence deliveries)
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Machinery and factory equipment
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Palletised ambient foodstuffs
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Printed materials, cartons, dry packaging
Germany → UK
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Automotive parts & assemblies
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Heavy engineering machinery and kits
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Timber products and wood panels
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Industrial plastics and tooling
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Wind turbine components
- Paper rolls, packaging materials
- Beer, mineral water, and processed foods
Why Ro-Ro & Curtain-Side?
Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) transport enables fast port handling and efficient movement through customs. Curtain-side trailers provide flexible side-access for palletised, oversized, or non-standard cargo.
With trusted services between Germany and the UK via ports such as Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Emden, we deliver secure, reliable, and professional haulage tailored to your freight needs.
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