Cargo Shipping Company in Benin City — Sea, Air & Container Shipping.

Grid Express & Logistic is one of the most trusted cargo shipping companies in Benin City, Edo State. We offer sea freight, air freight, container shipping (FCL and LCL), port-to-door delivery from Apapa, Tin Can, Onne, Warri, Calabar and Lekki Deep Sea Port, export shipping from Nigeria to over 20 countries, import shipping, and full customs documentation including bill of lading, Form M, NXP, SONCAP and NAFDAC. We handle pickup, loading, documentation, shipping and delivery — with prices agreed upfront on WhatsApp. Message 0813 094 7747 for a shipping quote.

Message us on WhatsApp at 0813 094 7747 with your pickup address, destination, cargo description and approximate weight or volume. We'll reply with a shipping plan and price. For large cargo we may schedule a site visit or send the right vehicle to your location in Benin City. We load, document and ship your cargo by sea, air or road and keep you updated until delivery is confirmed.

Cargo shipping prices depend on the destination, the weight and volume of your cargo, the shipping mode (sea, air or road), the type of container or truck required, the loading and offloading requirements, port charges at both ends, customs duty and clearing fees, and marine insurance if required. Local Benin City cargo moves start lower, nationwide shipping to Lagos, Abuja or Port Harcourt costs more, and international shipping is priced by destination country and volume. Message us on WhatsApp with your cargo details and destination for an exact price.

FCL stands for Full Container Load — you book an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container for your cargo alone, which is faster and safer but more expensive. LCL stands for Less than Container Load — your cargo shares a container with other shippers' goods and you pay only for the space you use. LCL is ideal for smaller shipments (usually under 15 cubic metres) while FCL is more economical once your cargo fills most of a container. We'll advise which is best for your shipment.

Yes. We handle container shipping and container haulage to and from all major Nigerian ports — Apapa and Tin Can in Lagos, Onne in Rivers State, Warri in Delta State, Calabar in Cross River State, and the new Lekki Deep Sea Port. We move your container from Benin City to port for export, or receive it at port and deliver it to your warehouse, shop or site in Benin City.

Yes. We handle export shipping from Nigeria to over 20 countries — including the UK, US, Canada, Australia, France, Spain, Germany, Malta, Netherlands, Italy, Greece, Senegal and Ghana. We also handle import shipping into Nigeria — receiving cargo at any Nigerian port, clearing it through customs, and delivering it to your address in Benin City or anywhere in Nigeria.

We handle all standard shipping documentation including the bill of lading, air waybill, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, Form M and NXP form for exports, SONCAP and NAFDAC certificates where applicable, customs declarations with the Nigeria Customs Service, and port clearance documents. Where special permits or certificates are needed (e.g. for food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or vehicles), we advise you on exactly what to provide.

Yes. We act as a clearing agent for imports arriving at Apapa, Tin Can, Onne, Warri, Calabar and Lekki Deep Sea Port. We handle customs duty assessment, duty payment, examination, terminal charges, and delivery of your cleared cargo to Benin City or any Nigerian destination. Our team tracks your shipment from arrival notice to final delivery so you don't have to chase port officials.

Shipping times vary by destination and mode. Within Nigeria, road cargo shipping to Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and other major cities takes 1 to 3 business days, and to more distant states 2 to 5 business days. Container shipping from Benin City to Nigerian ports takes 1 to 2 days for the haulage leg. International sea freight from Nigeria takes 25 to 45 days depending on the destination and shipping line, while international air freight takes 3 to 8 business days.

Yes. Cargo and marine insurance is available on request for sea, air and road shipments. For valuable cargo — electronics, machinery, vehicles, textiles, food and high-value goods — we strongly recommend declaring the correct value at booking so you are fully covered against loss or damage in transit. We can arrange comprehensive marine insurance through our partner underwriters.

Commercial stock and trade goods (FMCG, provisions, drinks, building materials, textiles, electronics, cosmetics), industrial and project cargo (machinery, generators, transformers, construction materials), containers and bulk freight (FCL and LCL), vehicles and heavy equipment, furniture and household goods, and agricultural and farm produce. If you're unsure whether your cargo can be shipped, message us before booking and we'll advise you.

We do not ship illegal drugs, firearms and ammunition, explosives, counterfeit goods, live animals without proper documentation, hazardous or flammable materials, or any item prohibited by Nigerian law, by the shipping line, or by the destination country's customs. For international cargo, additional restrictions apply — we'll advise you before you book.

Yes. Groupage (also called cargo consolidation) is when we combine your cargo with other shippers' goods in a shared container for LCL shipments, so you pay only for the space you use. We also handle consolidation when you have several suppliers shipping to Nigeria — we collect, combine and ship everything together to reduce cost and complexity. Ask about our groupage service when you message.

Yes. We ship cars, SUVs, buses and trucks by RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) or container shipping via sea freight. Transit time is typically 25 to 45 days to overseas destinations, and 1 to 2 days for container haulage to Nigerian ports for export. We handle documentation, customs and delivery at the destination port.

Yes. If you ship cargo regularly from Benin City — for manufacturing, distribution, import or export — we offer business account rates, scheduled pickups and monthly invoicing. Ask us about the business account when you message.

Yes. Every cargo shipment is assigned a reference number and you receive status updates by WhatsApp or phone — from pickup, through loading, port handling, vessel departure, arrival, customs clearance and delivery. Send your reference number to 0813 094 7747 on WhatsApp for a real-time update at any time.

We accept bank transfers, cash on pickup and online payments. Corporate clients can request invoicing and monthly account billing.

Our Benin City office is open Monday to Sunday, 8:00am to 8:00pm. WhatsApp and phone support is available 24/7 for urgent shipments and enquiries.

Our head office is at 5 Textile Mill Road, Off Uselu Axis, Before 5 Junction, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. You can walk in during opening hours or message us on WhatsApp at 0813 094 7747 and we'll send a cargo vehicle to your location.