Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for International Vehicle and Cargo Shipping
California Shipping has been a trusted leader in international vehicle and cargo transportation for over 30 years. Founded in 1984, our brick-and-mortar facility in Stanton, California, provides secure, 125,000-square-foot operations for shipping cars, boats, motorcycles, trucks, and personal belongings to global destinations. Our expertise spans Scandinavia, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and South America, with specialized services for containerized shipping and U.S. Customs compliance. We combine decades of industry experience with multilingual support, including Swedish-speaking staff, to ensure seamless communication and personalized service.Our commitment to precision packing, damage-free transit, and competitive pricing has earned us long-term client loyalty across six continents. We maintain transparency through step-by-step shipping guides and direct customer engagement, avoiding the pitfalls of purely online operations. Our team's technical proficiency in freight logistics and dedication to client satisfaction have solidified our reputation as a reliable partner for overseas shipping needs.
Services
Vehicle shipping
Boat transportation
Personal belongings shipping
International freight
Containerized shipping
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in international vehicle shipping
- Our secure 125,000 sq. ft. facility in Stanton, CA ensures safe cargo handling
- We provide multilingual support including Swedish-speaking staff
- We guarantee competitive pricing with all-inclusive rates for loading and documentation
- Our personalized service includes step-by-step shipping guidance and direct communication
What people say
Superior customer service
No damage issues
Professional service
100% trustworthy
Accommodating and friendly
Services
Vehicle shipping
Specialized international shipping for automobiles including classic, luxury, and specialty vehicles. Our secure containerization process protects vehicles during transit with wheel blocking, steel chain anchoring, and battery safety measures. We handle documentation for customs clearance and provide tracking from our California facility to global destinations.
Boat transportation
Secure shipping solutions for boats and watercraft of various sizes. Our facility accommodates marine vessels through specialized container loading procedures that ensure stability during ocean transit. We provide complete documentation support and coordinate port clearances for international deliveries to major maritime destinations.
Personal belongings shipping
Comprehensive shipping for personal items and household goods internationally. We offer container space for non-vehicle possessions with the same security measures as vehicle shipments. Our staff handles packing verification and customs documentation while maintaining strict inventory control for complete cargo accountability.
International freight
Door-to-destination freight services connecting North America with six continents. We manage logistics for diverse cargo types through our established network of international ports, providing competitive pricing and real-time shipment tracking while maintaining compliance with all customs regulations.
Containerized shipping
Secure 5'x20', 40', and 45' container shipping solutions for vehicles and goods. Our facility handles simultaneous container loading with climate-controlled options for sensitive cargo. We optimize container space to reduce costs while maintaining strict safety standards for all transported items.
People
Thomas Uddberg
CEO
Thomas Uddberg has led California Shipping since its founding in 1984, growing the company into a global vehicle transportation leader. With over 30 years of logistics experience, he has expanded service networks to six continents while maintaining the company's commitment to personalized service and operational excellence.
Questions
What shipping destinations do you serve?
We ship to Scandinavia (Sweden, Norway), Australia, New Zealand, Western Europe (Germany), Asia, and South America from California ports.
What types of vehicles can you ship?
We handle cars, boats, motorcycles, trucks, and specialty vehicles like Porsches, Ferraris, and NASCARs, plus personal belongings.
How do you ensure cargo safety?
We use secure container loading with wheel blocking, steel chain anchoring, and battery disconnection following U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
What documentation is required?
We need the Certificate of Title (original), Bill of Sale, and identification (passport/social security number) for U.S. Customs compliance.
Do you offer multilingual support?
Yes, we provide Swedish language support for clients in Scandinavia, along with English for all other regions.
Reviews (3)
Paul S.
Feb 05, 2019
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I had to drop off a transmission for overseas shipment and had a very good experience. Large full service shipping facility. Lorna was very helpful.
Christian Johnsen
Jan 03, 2018
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Best Shipping around I tried them all .... If you need your Stuff with no worries this is the place...
Love Heals
Aug 27, 2017
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They sent our car weeks after they told us it would ship. Sat in another country with no vehicle and an European rental car. They had built a ramp to put the car in the container and the car fell back and hit the door severely damaging the rear of the vehicle. We had purchased insurance through them and they refused to put the claim in as it would raise their rates. Surprising as the owner is Swedish and they are not particularly known for being cons. They lost a lot of business from Volvo as we let everyone in Goteborg, Sweden know how they conduct business.
