Expert Car Container Devanning Services
Importing vehicles by container? Ruvanta's specialist devanning service handles the safe extraction of cars from shipping containers — a precise operation that requires the right equipment and expertise.
What Is Car Container Devanning?
When vehicles are shipped internationally inside standard shipping containers, they must be carefully extracted — or 'devanned' — on arrival. This process requires specialist ramps, handling equipment, and trained operators to safely remove vehicles without damage. Ruvanta provides this service for importers, dealers, and auction buyers receiving container shipments at Irish ports.
Container Arrival
We coordinate with you and the port or storage facility to schedule the devanning at the right time.
Pre-Extraction Inspection
Our team inspects the container and vehicle positioning before any extraction begins. Safety first, always.
Specialist Extraction
Using purpose-built ramps and handling equipment, we safely extract each vehicle from the container without damage.
Post-Extraction Report
Each vehicle is documented with a condition report on extraction. Ready for onward transport or collection.
Who We Work With
Vehicle Importers
Businesses importing cars from the US, Japan, or other markets via container shipping.
Car Dealerships
Dealers receiving stock shipments who need fast, damage-free extraction and onward delivery.
Auction Houses
Auction operators receiving container lots who need reliable devanning before sale.
Private Buyers
Individuals importing a personal vehicle who need professional extraction handled correctly.
Devanning FAQs
What is container devanning?
Container devanning is the unloading of vehicles or cargo from a shipping container after it arrives at port. Ruvanta provides specialist car container devanning at Irish ports — safe extraction using purpose-built ramps and handling equipment, with a condition report for every vehicle.
How much does container devanning cost in Ireland?
Ruvanta's devanning base charge is €600 for 1–4 vehicles and €695 for 5 vehicles. Vehicles that cannot be driven out under their own wheels carry a €200 surcharge each. All prices exclude VAT at 23%. Use our online quote form for an instant quote.
Which Irish ports do you cover?
We devan containers arriving at Dublin Port and Cork Port as standard. Other Irish ports are priced on application, and we deliver vehicles nationwide across all 32 counties of Ireland.
Do you handle customs clearance?
Yes. Customs clearance is a flat €70 per consignment. If you need deferred payment of duty, the deferment fee is 1.5% of the declared customs value.
Can you store my vehicle after devanning?
Yes. The first 48 hours of storage are free, then storage is €10 per vehicle per day. We can also deliver your vehicle to your door anywhere in Ireland.
How much does onward transport from the port cost?
Transport from Dublin Port is €333 including the 11% fuel surcharge, and from Cork Port €832.50 including the fuel surcharge. Other ports are quoted on application.