Roll on/Roll off Service

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Alaska Auto Transportation offers Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) service for customers shipping vehicles to and from Alaska. Using specialized RoRo vessels, we can transport virtually any type of vehicle with smooth, secure loading and unloading. Concerned about safety? We guarantee your vehicle’s protection throughout the entire shipment process. Our experienced team is dedicated to handling every vehicle with the utmost care from start to finish.

What is the Roll on Roll off Process?

Roll-on/Roll-off ships are vessels that carry wheeled cargo: cars, trailers, trucks, semi-trucks or railroad cars. This term is reserved for these large oceangoing vessels built for rolling cargo. Professional movers drive on and off the ship on their wheels or use platform vehicles, self-propelled module transporters, to get the vehicle on the vessel. In contrast, Lift on/Lift off vessels use a crane to load and unload cargo.

Roll-on/Roll-off ships, also known as RORO ships, are designed specifically for drivable cargo and are typically used for standard cars, trucks, and SUVs. In contrast, container shipping uses fully enclosed containers loaded by crane rather than ramps, offering added protection for luxury, classic, or high-value vehicles. Container vessels handle sealed containers for maximum security.

What RoRo Car Shipping Doesn’t Allow

• Personal items inside the vehicle
• Oversized or irregularly shaped cargo
• Vehicles with severe damage
• Loose parts or modifications
• Excessive fuel
• Hazardous materials
• EVs with damaged or compromised batteries

Types of Roll-on/Roll-off Ships

1. Ferries
Ferries are merchant vessels which carry passengers and, sometimes, vehicles and cargo as well.
2. Cruise ferries
These are ships that combine the features of a cruise ship with a Ro-Pax ferry (roll-on/roll-off passenger).
3. Barges
Generally, the barges are for rivers and canals to transport heavy goods. Some barges are not self-propelled and should be towed.
4. Cargo ships
A freighter ship or cargo ship is any sort of ship which carries goods, cargo, and materials from one port to another. These ships usually have equipment with cranes and other mechanisms to load/unload.
5. PCC (Pure car carrier) & PCTC (Pure car/truck carrier)
New automobiles that are transported by ships are often moved on a large type of RORO which we call pure car carriers (PCC) or pure car/truck carriers (PCTC).

Alaska Auto Transportation uses the highest level of innovative features to get your vehicle to and from Alaska safe and sound. Our dedication is based on our flexibility, high-level capacity, and safety standards that we own. Don’t think twice when using Alaska Auto Transportation! Indeed, we are the company you’re looking for!

Why Choose Us?

• Reliable and timely vehicle transport across Alaska and the mainland.
• Enclosed and open carrier options to suit any type of vehicle.
• Experienced and professional drivers who handle your car with care.
• Real-time shipment tracking and updates for peace of mind.
• Flexible scheduling to match your moving or travel plans.
• Affordable rates without compromising safety or quality.

Call us at at (907) 290-8899