Construction materials transport you can rely on
Construction projects run on tight schedules, and materials that arrive late — or arrive at a site that cannot unload them — cost time and money. Gelle Transport moves construction materials, equipment and tools with careful planning for site access, delivery windows and load security.
The challenge for construction shippers
Deliveries must arrive on the right day at sites that often have limited access and unloading equipment.
What we move
- Building materials
- Construction equipment
- Steel, pipes and fittings
- Tools and site supplies
Construction freight in the United States
In the United States we haul building materials, steel, pipe, fittings and equipment on flatbed and dry van trailers, and plan oversize moves with the right permits.
Exporting construction cargo from the USA to Kenya
Kenya’s construction sector is one of the fastest-growing in East Africa, with demand for specialised equipment and materials not always available locally. We ship construction equipment, fittings, tools and project cargo from the USA to Mombasa and on to project sites across Kenya.
Compliance and handling
Oversized construction equipment often travels on flat-rack or open-top containers and may need special permits for road transport in Kenya.
FTL, LTL or intermodal: choosing the right option
| Full truckload (FTL) | Less than truckload (LTL) | Intermodal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical size | About 10+ pallets, or a full trailer | 1–6 pallets | Full container or trailer |
| Handling | Direct, no transfers | Shared trailer, terminal transfers | Truck to rail to truck |
| Speed | Fastest door to door | Slower, depends on network | Competitive on long lanes |
| Best for | Large, fragile or urgent freight | Small, palletised shipments | Long-distance, cost-sensitive freight |
How to prepare your freight
Air freight vs sea freight to Kenya
| Air freight | Sea freight | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical door-to-door time | About 5–10 days | About 4–7 weeks |
| Arrival point | JKIA, Nairobi | Port of Mombasa (and Nairobi/Naivasha ICDs by rail) |
| How it is priced | Per kg of chargeable weight (actual or volumetric, whichever is greater) | Per cubic metre (LCL) or per 20ft/40ft container (FCL) |
| Best for | Urgent, light, compact and high-value goods | Heavy, bulky and high-volume cargo, vehicles and household moves |
| Watch out for | Batteries, aerosols and dangerous goods are restricted | Port storage charges if documents are not ready on arrival |
Documents you will need
Requirements depend on what you ship, but most consignments to Kenya need the following:
- Commercial invoice — description and value of every item
- Packing list — itemised contents, weights and dimensions
- Bill of lading or air waybill — issued for the main transport leg
- Importer’s KRA PIN — the receiver’s Kenya Revenue Authority PIN
- Certificate of Conformity — for goods covered by the KEBS PVoC programme
- ID / passport copy — of the shipper and receiver
Regulated goods (food, medicines, chemicals, vehicles, some electronics) may need extra approvals from the relevant Kenyan agency. Ask us before you buy or ship. See our guide: documents required to import goods into Kenya.
Our process
- 01
Understand your freight
Products, volumes, schedules and any special handling or regulatory requirements.
- 02
Plan the right mode
Truckload, LTL or intermodal in the US; air or ocean for Kenya.
- 03
Move and monitor
On-time pickup, secure transport and proactive updates from dispatch.
- 04
Deliver and confirm
Proof of delivery in the US; clearance coordination and delivery in Kenya.
Why construction businesses choose Gelle Transport
One partner
US trucking and Kenya-bound freight with the same team.
Safety first
Secure load restraint and careful handling.
Diverse supplier
Woman- and minority-owned — supports supplier diversity goals.
Construction materials transport FAQs
Do you provide construction materials transport in the USA?
Yes. We offer FTL, LTL, dedicated, expedited and intermodal freight from our Kansas City base across the continental US.
Can you ship Construction cargo from the USA to Kenya?
Yes, by air to Nairobi or by sea to Mombasa, with delivery across Kenya, subject to any permits the goods require.
What documents are required?
Usually a commercial invoice, packing list and transport document, plus product-specific certificates or permits. Oversized construction equipment often travels on flat-rack or open-top containers and may need special permits for road transport in Kenya.
Can you handle recurring Construction freight?
Yes — ask about dedicated capacity on your regular lanes or scheduled consolidations to Kenya.
How do I get a quote?
Use our quote form, WhatsApp us or call +1 (816) 482-2607.