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🇬🇧 Export to United Kingdom

Japanese Heavy Machinery
Export to United Kingdom

The UK is Europe's second-largest construction equipment market and a natural destination for Japanese machinery. Right-hand drive compatibility means Japanese vehicles and equipment require no modification for British roads. The UK's strong infrastructure spending (HS2, housing) drives consistent demand.

🚢 30-40 days

Transit from Nagoya

📍 Tilbury / Southampton

Port of Entry

✅ RoRo & Container

Shipping Methods

Shipping Information

Nagoya to Tilbury (London) or Southampton. Transit: 30-40 days via Suez Canal route. Container and RoRo options available.

Import Regulations & Duties

  • UK import duty: 0-4.5% on most construction machinery
  • VAT at 20% on import value
  • UKCA marking may be required for certain equipment categories
  • Right-hand drive — no conversion needed for Japanese vehicles
  • V5C registration for road vehicles via DVLA

FAQ — Exporting to United Kingdom

Do Japanese vehicles need conversion for UK roads?
No — Japan and the UK both use right-hand drive. Japanese vehicles can be registered directly with DVLA without any steering conversion, making the UK one of the easiest markets for Japanese vehicle exports.

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