- RHA Member
- Euro 6
- ULEZ Compliant
- DVS Fitted
- Est. 1975
- 24/7
Port Operations
Container Haulage from London Gateway Port
Essex-based container haulage from London Gateway port. 24/7, Euro 6 and ULEZ compliant. Under 30 minutes from port to our base.
<30 min
from our Essex base
24/7
operation
Euro 6
ULEZ compliant
London Gateway is DP World's deep-water port on the Thames Estuary in Essex — one of the UK's most modern and fastest-growing container terminals. Its location makes it ideal for UK-wide distribution, and for Armour Transport, it is our closest major port.
Armour Transport at London Gateway
Our Essex base puts us under 30 minutes from London Gateway's gate. That proximity matters in a time-critical business: when your vessel arrives ahead of schedule, when free days are tight, or when a same-day collection is the difference between a demurrage bill and a smooth inbound operation.
We operate at London Gateway 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether your container lands on a Monday morning or a Sunday night, we can provide a driver with the correct operator licence, ULEZ compliance, and DVS safety equipment to collect and move it.
Port operations and gate procedures
London Gateway operates a pre-booking system for haulier gate slots. Armour Transport manages gate bookings as part of our standard service — you provide us with the release reference and we handle the rest.
The port is operated by DP World and handles major global shipping lines. Container dwell and congestion patterns can vary — our local knowledge of gate timing, yard procedures, and operator contacts helps us plan collections efficiently.
Container types and coverage
We collect and deliver 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft containers from London Gateway. Our Euro 6 fleet is fully ULEZ compliant, meaning we can deliver to any London address, including the central ULEZ zone, without surcharges.
For delivery destinations, we cover the full UK from London Gateway. Most runs serve warehouses in the Greater London, Midlands, and Home Counties areas, but we handle national deliveries where volume and lead time requirements are met.
Drop and swap from London Gateway
For clients who need more flexibility on unloading time, we offer drop and swap. We collect from the port and ground the container at your site, giving you 24 to 72 hours to unload before we collect the empty. This is particularly useful for London Gateway movements where warehouse capacity is tight.
Request a quote for London Gateway container haulage or call us directly on 01375 801 777 for same-day and urgent requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions — London Gateway
How quickly can you collect from London Gateway after vessel arrival?
Same-day collection is often possible given our proximity — under 30 minutes from our Essex base to London Gateway. For pre-planned arrivals, we confirm a slot in advance. Call 01375 801 777 for same-day availability.
Do you manage gate bookings at London Gateway?
Yes. We handle the DP World gate pre-booking system as part of our standard service. Provide us with the release reference and container details and we manage the rest.
Are you ULEZ compliant for London Gateway to central London deliveries?
Yes. Our entire fleet meets Euro 6 emission standards and is fully ULEZ compliant, including Direct Vision Standard (DVS) kits. We can deliver to all London zones including the Ultra Low Emission Zone without surcharge.