Customs Clearance at Hull / Humber

Gxpresss provides customs clearance and logistics services at the Port of Hull and the wider Humber ports complex, the North's gateway for European and North Sea trade.

As part of the Humber Freeport zone, Hull offers compelling customs duty benefits alongside regular P&O Ferries and DFDS services to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge.

Gxpresss delivers pre-lodged customs entries, ferry cargo declarations, and full onward distribution across Yorkshire and the North of England..

Why Choose Gxpresss at Hull / Humber?

Hull is the natural UK entry point for goods from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Northern Europe. P&O Ferries operates nightly services to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge, making Hull the preferred route for businesses in Yorkshire, the Midlands, and the North. Hull's Humber Freeport status also offers significant customs duty advantages for businesses importing goods for processing before onward sale. Gxpresss handles all customs declarations for ferry cargo, containers, and break-bulk at Hull.

Port Services

Phone +44 207 993 6953

Email info@gxpresss.co.uk

Hours Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm

Office Galaxy Business Park
Blaydon on Tyne, NE21 4SQ

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Services at Hull / Humber

Full range of customs and port logistics services for importers and exporters using Hull / Humber.

Customs Clearance

HMRC import and export declarations for ferry cargo and containerised shipments at Hull.

Ferry Cargo Customs

Specialist customs handling for goods arriving on P&O and DFDS North Sea ferry services.

Humber Freeport

Customs facilitation within the Humber Freeport zone for duty suspension and simplified procedures.

Yorkshire Distribution

Onward delivery across Hull, Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, and the wider Yorkshire region.

Warehousing

Short and long-term storage near Hull with bonded options for duty deferral.

Ro-Ro & Break-Bulk

Customs clearance for ro-ro vehicles, machinery, and break-bulk project cargo at Hull.

Shipping Lines at Hull / Humber

Gxpresss is electronically connected to Hull / Humber and can provide customs clearance for cargo arriving on any of the major shipping lines calling at this port.

North England's primary gateway for European ferry trade
Nightly P&O services to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge
Humber Freeport — customs duty suspension and tax benefits
Excellent motorway access via M62 to Yorkshire and the Midlands
Major hub for renewable energy component imports

P&O Ferries

DFDS

Hull / Humber Customs FAQ

Common questions about customs clearance and logistics at Hull / Humber.

For businesses in Yorkshire, the Midlands, and Northern England, Hull is significantly closer than Felixstowe or Southampton. P&O's nightly Rotterdam and Zeebrugge services offer a reliable, cost-effective route for European goods, and Humber Freeport benefits can deliver further cost savings.

The Humber Freeport is a UK government freeport zone covering sites across the Humber including Hull. Businesses that invest in the zone can benefit from customs duty suspension, simplified import procedures, business rate relief, and enhanced capital allowances. Gxpresss can advise on eligibility and the customs process within the freeport.

Yes, ferry cargo customs clearance is a core part of our Hull service. We pre-lodge your import declaration in advance of vessel arrival, so goods are released as soon as the trailer or container discharges. We work closely with both P&O and DFDS cargo teams at the port.

All goods arriving from EU member states require a UK customs import declaration filed in HMRC's Customs Declaration Service (CDS). Controlled goods such as food, plants, and animals also require pre-notification to Port Health. Gxpresss handles all of these requirements as standard.

Yes, Hull and the wider Humber region are at the heart of the UK's offshore wind industry. We have experience clearing specialist offshore wind components including nacelles, blades, and towers — including out-of-gauge cargo requiring special handling and abnormal load permits.

Customs Clearance at Hull / Humber Port