SHORT SEA & FEEDER SERVICES
UK to Europe,
Fast & Direct
Regular, reliable container sailings between the UK and key European destinations — from near-daily Benelux services to weekly Iberia, Baltic, and Scandinavian routes.
WHAT IS SHORT SEA SHIPPING?
The Smart Alternative to Road Freight
Short sea shipping moves containerised cargo between UK and European ports using dedicated feeder and coastal vessels. It is a proven, cost-effective alternative to road freight for many UK–EU trade lanes — particularly where road congestion, driver shortages, or border delays are a concern.
Allenek's short sea network covers five key European regions, with services ranging from near-daily sailings to the Benelux through to weekly departures for Iberia, the Baltic, Scandinavia, and Ireland. All services are containerised, meaning your cargo is loaded once and arrives intact.
ROUTE NETWORK
Our Short Sea Network
Select a region below to explore routes, ports, transit times, and service frequencies. Use the search to find a specific port.
Benelux & North France
The highest frequency short sea corridor. Near-daily sailings to the hub ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, with connections to the wider European hinterland.
Schedules and transit times are indicative. Contact us for confirmed sailing dates and rates.
Get a QuoteADVANTAGES
Why Short Sea with Allenek?
Fixed Schedules
Weekly and near-daily fixed-day sailings mean you can plan your supply chain with confidence.
Lower Carbon
Sea freight produces significantly less CO₂ per tonne-km than road — helping you meet sustainability targets.
All Cargo Sizes
From a single pallet in an LCL groupage container to a full 40' high-cube — we handle every shipment size.
Border-Compliant
Our customs team handles all UK export and EU import declarations, so your cargo crosses borders without delay.
Ready to Ship Short Sea?
Tell us your origin, destination, and cargo details — we'll confirm the next available sailing and a competitive rate.