Business Details
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in London
Van Uden Reibel has been delivering professional freight forwarding services since 1848, building on over 175 years of expertise in the shipping industry. Our specialization in transporting diverse cargo to West Africa, from multinational corporations' finished goods to private individuals' personal effects, demonstrates our comprehensive understanding of client needs. With a global network spanning Europe, West Africa, and the USA, we combine market-leading expertise with competitive pricing to ensure seamless, cost-effective shipping solutions.Our commitment to personalized service ensures every shipment meets precise time and budget requirements, supported by cross-trade capabilities for truly global reach. As part of the established Van Uden Group, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering flexible logistics solutions tailored to modern commercial demands.
Services
Freight Forwarding
Container Shipping
RORO Services
Storage & Consolidation
Global Destinations
Highlights and features
- We are market leaders in West African freight forwarding
- Our global network enables competitive shipping rates
- We offer personalized service for all cargo types
- Our cross-trade capabilities provide worldwide coverage
- We have dedicated offices in key West African ports
Services
Freight Forwarding
We specialize in comprehensive freight forwarding solutions connecting global shippers with West African destinations. Our services cover documentation, customs clearance, and multimodal transport coordination. With dedicated offices in key ports, we ensure seamless cargo movement across 12 West African locations.
Container Shipping
Our container shipping services handle standard and specialized cargo requirements. We offer 20ft/40ft standard containers, high cube units, open-top containers, and reefers. Through partnerships with major shipping lines, we provide weekly departures with variable transit times for optimal flexibility.
RORO Services
We facilitate RORO transportation for vehicles and heavy machinery to West African ports. Our services accommodate cars, vans, trucks, industrial plant equipment, and heavy machinery. Specialized handling ensures safe and efficient loading/unloading operations at destination terminals.
Storage & Consolidation
We provide secure storage and consolidation facilities for partial container loads. Through trusted partners, we arrange collection, packing, and consolidation services. This ensures professional handling of LCL shipments while maintaining full chain-of-custody control throughout the transport process.
Global Destinations
Our network extends beyond West Africa to offer global cross-trade shipping solutions. While specializing in 12 key West African ports including Tema (Ghana) and Lagos (Nigeria), we facilitate worldwide cargo movements through strategic partnerships across Europe, USA, and other regions.
Questions
What shipping services do you offer to West Africa?
We provide container shipping, RORO services, and freight forwarding to 12 key West African ports including Abidjan, Lagos, and Tema.
Can you handle both full and partial container loads?
Yes, we accommodate full container loads and offer consolidation services for partial shipments through trusted partners.
Do you have local offices in West Africa?
We maintain dedicated offices in Tema (Ghana) and partner locations across West Africa to ensure smooth cargo handling.
What types of cargo can you transport?
We handle general cargo, vehicles, heavy machinery, project cargo, and temperature-controlled shipments using specialized equipment.
How do you ensure competitive shipping rates?
Our market-leading position and partnerships with major shipping lines enable us to offer cost-effective freight solutions.
Can payments be made locally in Ghana?
Yes, we accept freight charge payments in Ghana through our Tema office for client convenience.
