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Immingham handles over 46 million tonnes of cargo annually, making it the UK’s busiest port by volume. Located in the Humber Estuary, it’s Britain’s gateway for bulk cargo, ro-ro services, and industrial logistics.

At MartinTrux, we’re specialist freight forwarders at Immingham, delivering expert solutions for bulk commodities, European transport, and complex industrial movements.

🌍 Why Choose Immingham?

Deep-Water Access

  • Accommodates the largest bulk carriers and industrial vessels
  • 24-hour tidal access for flexible scheduling

European Connectivity

  • Direct ro-ro services to Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Gothenburg
  • Regular bulk shipping to Scandinavia and Northern Europe

Industrial Integration

  • Direct access to the UK’s largest industrial cluster
  • On-site processing for steel, chemicals, and energy sectors

📦 Our Immingham Services

🚛 Bulk Cargo Expertise

Grain, coal, steel products, aggregates, and industrial materials. We handle vessel coordination, discharge planning, and distribution.

🚢 Ro-Ro Operations

Efficient trailer and container movements to major European destinations with customs pre-clearance and seamless connections.

📑 Customs & Documentation

24/7 customs processing for bulk cargo declarations, T1 documents, and specialized commodity requirements.

🏭 Project Cargo

Heavy-lift and oversized industrial equipment including wind turbines, steel fabrications, and machinery.

🎯 Key Industries We Serve

Energy – Coal, biomass, and renewable energy components Steel & Manufacturing – Raw materials and finished products Agriculture – Grain imports and agricultural commodities Construction – Aggregates, cement, and building materials

🚀 The MartinTrux Advantage

  • Local expertise with decades of Immingham experience
  • Specialized knowledge in bulk cargo operations
  • 24/7 operations matching the port’s continuous activity
  • Technology integration for real-time tracking and visibility
  • Established relationships throughout the port community

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What bulk cargo types do you handle? A: Grain, coal, iron ore, steel products, aggregates, and industrial chemicals across dry bulk, liquid bulk, and break-bulk operations.

Q: Do you offer ro-ro services from Immingham? A: Yes, we coordinate ro-ro movements to Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Gothenburg with full trailer and customs management.

Q: Can you manage project cargo? A: Absolutely. We handle oversized and heavy-lift movements including wind turbines, industrial equipment, and steel fabrications.

Q: What rail connections are available? A: Extensive rail links to major UK industrial centres with dedicated terminals and direct services to manufacturing facilities.

📞 Ready to Get Started?

Contact MartinTrux today to discuss how our Immingham freight forwarding expertise can optimise your bulk cargo operations, reduce costs, and streamline your industrial logistics.

Discover why major companies trust us for their Immingham freight requirements.