Nigeria is one of the world's most active destinations for imported American cars, auction vehicles, and heavy equipment. Getting cargo from the USA to Lagos, Tin Can Island, or Port Harcourt at a fair price is not about finding a cheaper freight broker. It is about booking directly with a licensed NVOCC and skipping the broker markup layer. That is what Cassandra Logistics is.
Why book with a direct NVOCC for Nigeria
Most cheap online quotes to Nigeria come from freight brokers who take a rate from an NVOCC or ocean carrier, mark it up, and pass it along. Cassandra Logistics is the NVOCC. FMC-licensed (OTI No. 025125NF), we deal with the ocean carrier ourselves, so you get a true, transparent price to Lagos or Tin Can Island without an extra middleman layer.
On top of that, we offer nationwide vehicle pickup and towing from any state in the USA. So wherever your car is bought at auction (Copart, IAA, Manheim, eBay Motors), sitting at a dealer, or waiting at a private seller, we collect it and bring it to our loading warehouse in New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, or Baltimore.
Nigerian ports we ship to
Lagos (Apapa)
The largest container port in West Africa. Our most active Nigerian destination for cars, containers, and heavy equipment.
Tin Can Island
The other major Lagos container terminal. Operates alongside Apapa Lagos, with regular sailings from all our US warehouses.
Port Harcourt
Nigeria's third major port, serving the south-eastern region. Less common but available when it fits your final delivery.
What we ship
Auction-won cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, used heavy machinery, and full-container consolidations of vehicles.
Auction-won cars from the USA to Nigeria
Nigerian buyers are among the most active in the world on US auction sites. We regularly export vehicles won at Copart, IAA, Manheim, and eBay Motors to Lagos and Tin Can Island. Our nationwide vehicle pickup and towing service collects the car directly from the auction yard, bringing it to our warehouse for loading. Read the full auction car export guide.
Heavy equipment to Nigeria
Nigeria is a major market for used American construction equipment. We regularly export excavators, loaders, dozers, and other machinery bought at Ritchie Bros., IronPlanet, and Purple Wave auctions to Lagos and Tin Can Island. Depending on the machine's size, we ship containerized, on flat-rack, or by heavy haulage. Read the equipment export guide.
Get a real Nigeria quote in 24 to 48 hours
Tell us your cargo, the US pickup location, and your Nigerian destination. Direct NVOCC, no broker markup.
Get a free quoteHow the process works
- 1. Request a quote — tell us the vehicle or cargo, US origin, and destination port in Nigeria.
- 2. Nationwide vehicle pickup and towing — we collect your cargo from anywhere in the USA.
- 3. Container loading & export filing — we load and secure the cargo, then file the US export documentation (AES/EEI).
- 4. Ocean transit — your container sails to Lagos, Tin Can Island, or Port Harcourt.
- 5. Arrival — cargo is ready for collection at the Nigerian port.
How can I ship a car to Nigeria for cheap from the USA?
The cheapest way to ship a car to Nigeria (Lagos or Tin Can Island) from the USA is to book directly with a licensed NVOCC and skip the freight-broker markup. Cassandra Logistics is FMC-licensed (OTI No. 025125NF) and quotes real carrier rates. Consolidating several vehicles into one 40ft container also lowers the per-car cost. Get a free quote in 24 to 48 hours.
How much does it cost to ship a container to Lagos, Nigeria from the USA?
Container shipping cost to Lagos depends on the US origin location, the container size (20ft or 40ft), and whether pickup and towing are required. As a direct FMC-licensed NVOCC we quote the true carrier rate, not a broker markup. Request a free quote for a real number in 24 to 48 hours.
What is the difference between Lagos and Tin Can Island port?
Both are major container ports in Lagos, Nigeria. Apapa Lagos and Tin Can Island are operated as separate terminals within the greater Lagos port complex. Which one your cargo arrives at depends on the carrier, the vessel, and shipping schedule. We handle both regularly.
Can I ship a Copart or IAA auction car to Nigeria?
Yes. This is one of our most active service lines. We collect vehicles directly from Copart, IAA, Manheim, and eBay Motors auction yards anywhere in the USA through our nationwide vehicle pickup and towing service, bring them to our loading warehouse, and ship them to Lagos or Tin Can Island.
Can I ship multiple cars in one container to Nigeria to save money?
Yes. A 40ft container typically fits two to four cars depending on size, which lowers the per-car shipping cost significantly. This is one of the most common ways Nigerian importers save money on US-to-Nigeria car shipping.
Do you ship heavy equipment from US auctions to Nigeria?
Yes. We regularly ship excavators, loaders, dozers, and other used construction equipment bought at Ritchie Bros., IronPlanet, and Purple Wave auctions to Lagos and Tin Can Island. Depending on size, equipment ships containerized, on flat-rack, or by heavy haulage. Read the equipment guide.
How long does it take to ship a car from the USA to Nigeria?
Ocean transit time from the US East Coast to Lagos is typical for a transatlantic-to-West Africa lane and depends on the carrier's schedule, the loading port, and any transshipment. We give you a concrete timeline with every quote.
What paperwork do I need to import a car into Nigeria?
US-side paperwork typically includes the vehicle title (or auction certificate), a bill of sale, and the US export filing (AES/EEI), which we handle on your behalf. Nigerian import paperwork and duties are handled on the destination side. We tell you exactly what is required for your specific cargo and route.
Do you offer nationwide vehicle pickup and towing for Nigeria shipments?
Yes. We offer nationwide vehicle pickup and towing from any state in the USA. Whether your car is at a Copart yard in California, a private seller in Texas, or a dealership in Florida, we collect it and bring it to our loading warehouse in New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, or Baltimore for shipping to Nigeria.
Is Cassandra Logistics cheaper than a freight broker for Nigeria?
Generally yes. Freight brokers take a rate from an NVOCC or ocean carrier and mark it up. Cassandra Logistics IS the NVOCC, FMC-licensed OTI No. 025125NF, so you deal directly with the carrier and skip the broker markup. That is the single biggest reason our Nigeria rates are competitive.