Global Freight & Vehicle Shipping Solutions
Our Services
Nationwide Vehicle and Cargo Transport
vehicle TRANSPORTATION
Need to move a vehicle within the country? Royal Shipping Lines offers fast, secure, and cost-effective domestic inland vehicle transport services. We specialize in car hauling across cities and states using a trusted network of carriers and experienced drivers.
Whether you're a private owner, dealership, auction house, or fleet manager, we deliver your vehicle safely and on time—anywhere in the U.S.
✅ Door-to-door vehicle pickup & delivery
✅ Open & enclosed transport options
✅ Licensed, bonded, and insured carriers
✅ Real-time tracking & delivery updates
✅ Open & enclosed trailer transport available
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Container Shipping Services
Safely and efficiently ship your cargo with Royal Shipping Lines' trusted container shipping services.. We offer full-service solutions for international and domestic shipping using 20ft, 40ft, and high-cube containers—ideal for vehicles, machinery, goods, and bulk freight.
Whether you're shipping door-to-door or port-to-port, our team ensures fast transit times, competitive rates, and smooth customs clearance.
✅ Full Container Load (FCL) & Less than Container Load (LCL) options
✅ 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft high-cube containers available
✅ Global coverage with reliable carrier networks
✅ Real-time tracking & professional customer support
Warehouse Receiving Services
Royal Shipping Lines offers reliable and efficient warehouse receiving services for importers, exporters, and freight forwarders. Our strategically located warehouses near major U.S. ports provide secure facilities for receiving, inspecting, storing, and preparing cargo for domestic or international shipping.
We handle everything from palletized goods and loose cargo to vehicles, boats, and heavy equipment, ensuring your shipments are accounted for, protected, and processed without delays.
✅ Receiving for vehicles, containers, equipment & general cargo
✅ Forklift, crane & heavy-lift handling capabilities
✅ Fast, accurate check-in of inbound shipments
container drayage
Royal Shipping Lines offers efficient and dependable container drayage transport services for your import and export freight. Whether you need to move full container loads (FCL) from port to warehouse, rail yard, or final destination, we provide fast, secure, and compliant drayage solutions across major ports and inland hubs.
Our team handles both short-haul and long-haul container trucking with precision, ensuring timely pickups, drop-offs, and seamless intermodal transfers.
✅ Drayage services for 20ft, 40ft, and high-cube containers
✅ Port-to-door, rail-to-door, and cross-docking support
✅ Real-time tracking & container scheduling
✅ Bonded carrier services & customs coordination
Flat-Rack Shipping Services
Transport your oversized or heavy cargo with confidence using our Flat Rack Shipping solutions. At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in flat rack container shipping for goods that exceed standard container dimensions, including heavy machinery, vehicles, industrial equipment, and construction materials.
Our flat rack containers are ideal for loads that are too wide, tall, or bulky for traditional shipping containers. With collapsible sides and open-end designs, flat racks offer flexibility and secure loading for out-of-gauge cargo.
✅ Heavy-duty flat rack containers (20ft & 40ft options)
✅ Global shipping routes with reliable transit times
✅ Expert handling of breakbulk and oversized freight
✅ Customized lashing and securing solutions for safe transport
Enclosed Warehouse Storage
Protect your valuable cargo with Royal Shipping Lines’ secure enclosed warehouse storage services. Our climate-controlled, fully enclosed storage facilities are ideal for safeguarding vehicles, boats, machinery, palletized goods, and sensitive equipment from weather, theft, and damage.
Located near major U.S. ports and logistics hubs, our warehouses offer flexible, short- and long-term storage options with full inventory management and 24/7 security.
✅ Weatherproof, indoor storage for all cargo types
✅ Ideal for cars, boats, industrial equipment & more
✅ Climate-controlled & monitored environments
✅ Short-term, long-term, and in-transit storage available
specialized transportation
Move your heavy-duty, oversized, or high-value cargo with confidence using our Specialized Trailer Shipping services. At Royal Shipping Lines, we offer expert logistics solutions for freight that requires unique handling, routing, and equipment—including lowboys, step decks, extendable trailers, and more.
Whether you're hauling construction equipment, industrial machinery, or custom-built units, we provide the right trailer configuration to ensure safe, legal, and efficient transport.
✅ Specialized trailers for over-dimensional and overweight loads
✅ Permits, escorts & route planning included
✅ Domestic and international shipping capabilities
✅ Experienced drivers & logistics professionals
International Ocean Shipping Services
RO/RO Shipping Services
Ship your vehicles, machinery, and wheeled cargo safely with our expert RO/RO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) shipping services. At Royal Shipping Lines, we offer seamless, cost-effective RO/RO transport solutions for cars, trucks, buses, trailers, heavy equipment, and more.
With direct drive-on and drive-off loading, RO/RO is the most efficient and secure way to move operable, wheeled, or self-propelled units across international ports.
✅ Ideal for cars, trucks, trailers, buses & heavy machinery
✅ Secure handling with minimal lifting or crane use
✅ Extensive global network of RO/RO routes
Receiving, Warehousing, and Storage Solutions
Open Yard Warehouse Storage
Royal Shipping Lines offers dependable and cost-effective open yard warehouse storage for vehicles, boats, containers, construction equipment, and other large or out-of-gauge cargo. Our spacious, secured outdoor storage facilities are conveniently located near major U.S. ports and inland terminals.
Ideal for short-term or long-term storage, our open yards are fully monitored and equipped to handle heavy-duty assets and high-volume freight.
✅ Secure outdoor storage for vehicles, machinery & containers
✅ Fenced, gated facilities with 24/7 surveillance
✅ Ample space for oversized, out-of-gauge, or heavy cargo
✅ Accessible near major ports & transportation hubs
TYPES OF SHIPPING
Explore Our Shipping Options
Full Container Load (FCL)
Royal Shipping Lines offers professional Full Container Load (FCL) shipping services for businesses and individuals needing fast, secure transport of cargo worldwide. With dedicated use of 20ft or 40ft containers, FCL shipping provides maximum space, protection, and cost-efficiency for large-volume or high-value shipments.
Whether you’re exporting vehicles, machinery, goods, or mixed cargo, we handle every step—from door-to-door pickup and delivery to customs clearance and ocean freight.
✅ Dedicated 20ft & 40ft containers for your cargo only
✅ Ideal for vehicles, machinery, palletized goods & commercial freight
✅ Door-to-door, port-to-port, and door-to-port options
✅ Faster turn around times
Our trusted Vehicle Shipping Services
exotic and luxury vehicle shipping
Royal Shipping Lines specializes in secure, high-end exotic and luxury vehicle shipping services for collectors, dealerships, and private owners. Whether you're transporting a supercar, classic, or high-performance vehicle, our team ensures white-glove care from pickup to delivery—domestically or internationally.
We offer enclosed container shipping and premium RO/RO services, including custom crating, climate-controlled storage, and full insurance coverage for peace of mind.
✅ Enclosed container shipping for maximum protection
✅ Safe handling of Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Bentleys, and more
✅ Real-time tracking and full insurance coverage
boat shipping services
Shared Container Shipping (LCL)
Save money and ship efficiently with Royal Shipping Lines’ Shared Container Shipping, also known as Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping. Ideal for smaller shipments that don’t require a full container, LCL allows you to share container space with other shippers while enjoying reliable international transit and full cargo security.
Perfect for small businesses, individual shippers, and e-commerce freight, our LCL services include professional consolidation, handling, and customs clearance.
✅ Affordable shipping
✅ Global consolidation hubs near major ports
✅ 20ft & 40ft container sharing with optimized space usage
✅ End-to-end service: pickup, packing, documentation & delivery
Royal Shipping Lines provides trusted, secure, and affordable boat shipping services for private owners, dealers, and marine brokers. Whether you're transporting a yacht, sailboat, jet ski, or fishing boat, we offer tailored solutions for both domestic and international boat transport by land or sea.
Our experts manage every aspect of the process—from preparation and cradling to customs clearance and final delivery—ensuring your vessel arrives safely and on schedule.
✅ Boat shipping by trailer, container, or flat rack
✅ Services for jet skis, sailboats, yachts & more
✅ U.S. domestic & global routes to the Americas, Caribbean, Europe, Africa & beyond
classic vehicle shipping
Preserve your investment with Royal Shipping Lines’ expert classic vehicle shipping services. Whether you're transporting a vintage muscle car, antique roadster, or collectible classic, we provide secure, white-glove shipping across the U.S. and worldwide.
Our team uses enclosed container shipping and specialized handling techniques to protect your classic car from weather, road debris, and potential damage during transit.
✅ Enclosed container shipping for protection from the elements
✅ Climate-controlled storage & container options
✅ Real-time tracking and full insurance coverage
machinery shipping services
Royal Shipping Lines specializes in safe, efficient, and cost-effective machinery shipping services for domestic and international transport. Whether you're moving construction equipment, industrial machines, or agricultural tools, we provide tailored logistics solutions that ensure your cargo is handled with care and arrives on time.
We offer container shipping, flat rack, RO/RO, and specialized trailer transport options for oversized, heavy-duty, or out-of-gauge equipment.
✅ Shipping for forklifts, excavators, generators, CNC machines & more
✅ Heavy haul, flat rack, and containerized options
ROLL-ON/ROLL-OFF (RO/RO)
Royal Shipping Lines specializes in RO/RO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) shipping services for wheeled cargo such as cars, trucks, trailers, buses, and heavy equipment. With direct drive-on/drive-off loading, RO/RO shipping is one of the most efficient, secure, and cost-effective ways to transport operable vehicles internationally.
Our extensive network of RO/RO vessels and port partners ensures reliable service with minimal handling and faster transit times.
✅ Ideal for cars, trucks, buses, trailers & construction equipment
✅ Global RO/RO shipping routes with dependable schedules
electric & hybrid vehicle shipping
Ship your EV with confidence using Royal Shipping Lines’ specialized electric and hybrid vehicle shipping services. We understand the unique requirements of transporting electric cars, including battery safety, weight distribution, and regulatory compliance for both domestic and international routes.
Whether you're shipping a Tesla, Nissan Leaf, BMW i8, or plug-in hybrid, we offer safe, secure, and fully insured transport by enclosed trailer, container, or RO/RO vessel.
✅ EV-safe shipping methods for all electric & hybrid models
✅ Enclosed & container shipping for weatherproof protection
✅ Compliance with lithium battery regulations & port requirements
Specialized Shipping for Boats, Machinery, and Trucks
truck shipping services
Royal Shipping Lines offers professional truck shipping services for commercial fleets, dealerships, exporters, and individual owners. Whether you're transporting pickup trucks, box trucks, semi-trucks, or specialty vehicles, we provide secure, on-time delivery via RO/RO, flat rack, container, or specialized trailer transport.
We handle everything from loading and permits to customs clearance, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free experience.
✅ Pickups, cargo trucks, semis, and oversized units
✅ RO/RO, flat rack, and enclosed container options available
WHERE TO BUY
AUCTIONS FOR: SALVAGE, USED VEHICLES & MOTORCYCLES
Copart
Copart – Online Auto Auctions for Salvage, Used, and Clean Title Vehicles
Copart is a leading global online auto auction platform offering thousands of used, salvage, and clean title vehicles to buyers around the world. Whether you're a car dealer, dismantler, rebuilder, or individual shopper, Copart provides easy access to a vast inventory of cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and more.
CARS & BIDS
Cars & Bids – The Best Online Auction Marketplace for Modern Enthusiast Cars
Cars & Bids is a leading online auction platform specializing in modern enthusiast vehicles from the 1980s to today. Whether you’re buying or selling a rare sports car, modified tuner, luxury SUV, or daily driver with character, Cars & Bids connects car enthusiasts through transparent, easy-to-use online auctions.
RB AUCTIONS
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers – Global Leader in Heavy Equipment and Industrial Auctions
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RB Auctions) is the world’s largest industrial auction company, offering global buying and selling solutions for heavy equipment, trucks, construction machinery, agricultural assets, and more. With both on-site and online auctions, Ritchie Bros. connects thousands of sellers with motivated buyers across multiple industries every week.
insurance auto auction
Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) – Trusted Online Salvage Vehicle Auctions
Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) is a premier destination for buying and selling salvage, total loss, and clear title vehicles through secure online auctions. Serving auto dealers, dismantlers, rebuilders, and individual buyers, IAA offers access to a nationwide inventory of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles.
BARRETT-JACKSON
Barrett-Jackson – The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions
Barrett-Jackson is the premier auction house for collector cars, classic vehicles, muscle cars, exotics, and automotive memorabilia. Known globally for its high-energy live events and televised auctions, Barrett-Jackson connects serious collectors, enthusiasts, and investors with some of the most sought-after and rare vehicles in the world.
MACHINIO
Machinio – Buy & Sell Used Industrial Equipment, Machinery, and Trucks
Machinio is a leading online marketplace for buying and selling used industrial equipment, machinery, trucks, and heavy assets. Connecting sellers with global buyers across industries such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation, Machinio offers a streamlined platform to list and discover high-quality pre-owned equipment at competitive prices.
MECUM
Mecum Auctions – The World's Largest Collector Car Auction Company
Mecum Auctions is the leading auction platform for classic cars, muscle cars, vintage motorcycles, and rare collector vehicles. Hosting high-profile events across the U.S., Mecum connects serious buyers and passionate collectors with an unmatched inventory of investment-grade vehicles—from iconic American classics to exotic supercars and custom builds.
BRING A TRAILER (BAT)
AUCTIONS FOR: MACHINERY, TRACTORS & TRAILERS
manheim
AUCTIONS FOR: CLASSIC, EXOTIC & LUXURY VEHICLES
Manheim Auto Auction – The Nation’s Leading Wholesale Vehicle Marketplace
Manheim is the largest wholesale auto auction network in North America, connecting dealers, fleet managers, and remarketers with high-quality used vehicles through live and digital auctions. With over 100 locations across the U.S. and powerful online tools, Manheim makes it easy to buy and sell cars, trucks, SUVs, and specialty vehicles at scale.
PURPLE WAVE
Purple Wave – No-Reserve Online Auctions for Used Equipment, Trucks, and Vehicles
Purple Wave is a trusted online auction platform specializing in no-reserve auctions for used construction equipment, agricultural machinery, government surplus, commercial trucks, trailers, and vehicles. With a focus on transparency and convenience, Purple Wave connects motivated buyers and sellers through a fully digital, timed auction format—no hidden fees, no minimum bids, and every item sells to the highest bidder.
adesa
ADESA Auto Auction – Trusted Wholesale Vehicle Auctions for Dealers Nationwide
ADESA is a leading provider of wholesale vehicle auctions, offering a vast network of physical and digital auction locations across North America. Designed for licensed dealers, fleet managers, and automotive professionals, ADESA connects buyers and sellers through real-time auctions featuring used, off-lease, trade-in, and repossessed vehicles.
Bring a Trailer (BaT) – The Leading Online Auction Platform for Classic and Collector Vehicles
Bring a Trailer (BaT) is a top-rated online auction marketplace for classic cars, vintage vehicles, rare collectibles, and modern enthusiast cars. Known for its curated listings, knowledgeable community, and transparent bidding process, BaT has become the go-to platform for car lovers, collectors, and sellers across the U.S.
GOV DEALS
GovDeals – Online Auctions for Government Surplus and Asset Liquidation
GovDeals is a leading online auction platform that enables government agencies, schools, and public organizations to sell surplus assets directly to the public. From vehicles and heavy equipment to electronics, furniture, and tools, GovDeals offers a wide variety of government-owned items at competitive prices—all through transparent, timed online auctions.
About
our company
Established in 2005, Royal Shipping Lines is a trusted freight forwarder specializing in international shipping of containers, vehicles, boats, and machinery. We combine advanced technology with expert logistics solutions to provide reliable, efficient, and seamless global transportation. Count on us to handle the complexities of international freight with precision and care.
We are an FMC-licensed NVOCC specializing in vehicle and machinery exports from the USA. Our expertise ensures reliable and compliant international shipping solutions for all types of cargo.
We hold an FMCSA license, ensuring reliable inland cargo transportation across the U.S.. Trust us to ensure safe and efficient delivery from origin to destination.
We are IANA-licensed to provide professional inland container transportation across the United States. Our certification ensures safe, compliant, and efficient movement of containers by road or rail.
