Ship Overseas

What Ship Overseas does

Ship Overseas, Inc. is a San Diego-headquartered, privately held NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) founded in 1983 that arranges international vehicle transportation between the United States and destinations across Africa, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and select reverse-corridor imports into the U.S. The company coordinates the shipment of cars, SUVs, motorcycles, RVs, boats, heavy machinery, and other vehicles on behalf of individual consumers, U.S. military personnel undergoing PCS relocations, businesses (dealerships, construction, commercial fleet operators), and an emerging segment of EV buyers shipping to Africa. Underlying technology is logistics-orchestration rather than software: the company leverages Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) and container shipping methods through carrier partnerships with Grimaldi, Wallenius, Hoegh, EUKOR, and NYK, with weekly departures from major East Coast, Gulf Coast, and West Coast U.S. ports and country-specific destination coverage spanning 50+ countries. The product portfolio includes international car/SUV/van shipping, motorcycle and powersports transport, boat and yacht transport, RV and motorhome shipping, heavy machinery shipping, shared and exclusive container shipping, marine insurance, door-to-port pickup, an online tracking customer dashboard, and a Secure-Buy buyer-protection service launched in March 2026. The company holds NVOCC license #019334NF from the Federal Maritime Commission, is BBB accredited, and has cumulatively transported over 100,000 vehicles worldwide.

Revenue is generated primarily on a per-shipment unit-pricing basis, with published base rates that vary by vehicle size, departure port, and destination: from $781 (New York to Bremerhaven) for a standard sedan to Europe, $1,130 to Ghana, $1,335 to Nigeria, and $1,975 to South Africa. Marine insurance is monetized as a tiered add-on at 1.75% of declared vehicle value for full coverage and 1.25% for total-loss-only coverage, with a 0.3% basic carrier liability baseline; door-to-port pickup, customs clearance assistance, and destination delivery are also billed as ancillary services. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer plus inside sales: a multilingual (9-language) website with instant online quoting, toll-free (888-805-4994) and direct (858-547-0840) phone lines, SMS support, and dedicated U.S. military PCS handling with a $75 discount. The company does not disclose revenue or financials but reported 37% revenue growth in October 2025 driven by EV shipping to Africa, alongside 42% volume growth on the U.K./Germany import corridor and 21% demand growth for vehicles and heavy machinery.

Name

Ship Overseas

Legal name

Ship Overseas, Inc.

Website

https://shipoverseas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ship Overseas is a San Diego-based NVOCC (founded 1983) that arranges international RoRo and container shipping of cars, motorcycles, RVs, boats, and heavy machinery between the U.S. and 50+ countries across Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, serving individual consumers, U.S. military PCS relocations, and commercial shippers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Vehicle Shipping Services

NAICS

Marine Cargo Handling (48832), Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883), Deep Sea, Coastal, and Great Lakes Water Transportation (48311)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Deep Sea Foreign Transportation Of Freight (4412), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

International Vehicle Shipping & Import Assistance (HSAKACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

International Vehicle Shipping & Export (RoRo/Container) (HSAKAFAJ), Household Goods Moving & International Shipping (THACALAE)

Keywords

• International vehicle shipping
• RoRo car shipping
• Container vehicle transport
• Heavy machinery shipping
• Overseas auto logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Shipping Services: Primary revenue stream from international vehicle shipping using RoRo and container methods. Pricing based on vehicle size/type, destination distance, departure port location, and optional services (door-to-port vs self-delivery). Base rates starting from $790 for standard vehicles to Europe.
2. Marine Insurance: Supplemental marine insurance offered as add-on service. Basic carrier liability included; full coverage insurance at 1.75% of vehicle value for comprehensive protection against damage or loss during transit.
3. Door-to-Port Service: Optional pickup service where company collects vehicle from customer location and transports to shipping port, available at additional fee.
4. Customs Clearance Assistance: Assistance with import regulations, taxes, duties, and delivery services bundled with shipping or offered as separate service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Ship Overseas, Inc. is an international vehicle shipping company that transports cars, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, RVs/motorhomes, and heavy machinery between the United States and global destinations using Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) and container shipping methods. The company offers door-to-port and port-to-port services, customs clearance assistance, marine insurance, and specialized handling for military PCS relocations, with weekly departures from major U.S. ports to Africa, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and inbound to the USA.

Product overview

Ship Overseas operates as an international vehicle shipping company offering a comprehensive suite of logistics services centered on Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) and container shipping methods. The core product portfolio consists of International Car Shipping (covering sedans, SUVs, vans, and trucks), Boat & Yacht Transport, Motorcycle & Powersports Shipping, RV & Motorhome Shipping, and Heavy Machinery Shipping — each with dedicated country-specific sub-products for Africa (Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa), Europe (Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, UK, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, Greece), Latin America (Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Panama, Puerto Rico), and the Middle East (Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and others). Supporting services include Marine Insurance, Ship Containers (shared and exclusive), Door-to-Port pickup service, Online Shipment Tracking, and a new Secure-Buy buyer-protection service launched in March 2026. The company also provides specialized Military & Government Shipping for U.S. military PCS relocations. Shipping methods offered include RoRo (most cost-effective, for operational vehicles), Shared Container (budget-conscious with personal belongings allowed), and Exclusive Container (maximum protection for luxury/classic vehicles). The company holds NVOCC certification and BBB accreditation, and has transported over 100,000 vehicles worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• International Car Shipping Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) and container shipping service for sedans, compact cars, and minivans between the USA and international destinations including Africa, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and USA imports.
• SUV Shipping International shipping service for sport utility vehicles using RoRo or container methods, with pricing based on vehicle size and destination.
• Van Shipping International shipping of cargo vans and commercial vans via RoRo or container methods.
• Motorcycle & Powersports Shipping Secure international shipping for motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and other powersports vehicles, including crated and secured transport options.
• Boat & Yacht Transport Door-to-port marine transport for boats, yachts, sailboats, and jet skis with professional shrink-wrapping, securing, and specialized handling to European and international ports.
• RV & Motorhome Shipping Custom oversized transport solutions for motorhomes, campers, buses, and trailers via Roll-on/Roll-off shipping.
• Heavy Machinery Shipping
• Ship Containers Shared and exclusive container shipping services for vehicles and cargo, allowing personal belongings to be included in shared containers and offering maximum protection for high-value vehicles.
• Marine Insurance Supplemental marine insurance coverage for vehicles during ocean transit, available at 1.75% of vehicle value for full coverage and 1.25% for total loss only.
• USA Car Import Services
• Secure-Buy Service Buyer-protection service designed to safeguard customers purchasing vehicles that will be shipped internationally, mitigating fraud and transaction risk.
• Military & Government Shipping Specialized shipping services for active duty U.S. military personnel, government contractors, and diplomatic staff, including PCS relocations, base delivery, and authorization for vehicles with active loans. $75 discount on PCS moves.

Quantifiable outcome

• 37% revenue growth driven by EV shipping to Africa
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• A-1 Auto Transport: US-based auto transport company offering international vehicle shipping services including RoRo and container options to destinations similar to Ship Overseas. Directly competes for individual consumers, military PCS, and international vehicle shipping customers across the same corridors.
• ShipYourCarNow: Direct competitor focused on international car shipping via RoRo and container methods. Operates with similar NVOCC-style model targeting individual vehicle owners and military PCS relocations across comparable global routes.
• CFR Rinkens: Specialist in international vehicle shipping and classic car transport using RoRo and container methods. Directly comparable service portfolio including door-to-port, customs clearance, and premium container options for luxury and collector vehicles.
• Montway Auto Transport: Auto transport broker and carrier serving both domestic US and international shipping needs. Comparable technology-enabled quote platform and customer segments, with growing international vehicle shipping capabilities.
• Plycar: International vehicle and heavy equipment shipping company offering RoRo and container services globally. Directly comparable product offering with similar multi-corridor international vehicle shipping business model.

Broad incumbents

• Kuehne+Nagel: Global logistics giant with significant vehicle shipping (KN Automotive) capabilities via RoRo and container. Larger and broader scope than Ship Overseas but competes for high-volume commercial vehicle shipping and major dealership/fleet contracts.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Major global freight forwarder with automotive logistics capabilities including ocean vehicle transport. Competes for enterprise vehicle shipping contracts while offering a much broader service portfolio including air, road, and contract logistics.
• Wallenius Wilhelmsen: One of the world's largest RoRo vessel operators and vehicle logistics providers. Both a partner (carrier) and partial competitor to Ship Overseas through its own finished vehicle logistics services, especially for commercial/automotive OEM customers.
• Grimaldi Lines: Major RoRo carrier and vehicle logistics operator. Functions as a vessel partner to Ship Overseas for ocean capacity but also offers competing end-to-end vehicle shipping services through its own logistics arm in select markets.

Regional players

• Cosmos Marine Shipping: Vehicle shipping specialist operating in Mediterranean and European corridors with strong presence in Greek and Italian ports. Regionally comparable to Ship Overseas for European destinations like Greece, Italy, and Spain.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

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