Vehicle storage

At SCL Rotterdam, we are the logistics partner for the automotive industry when it comes to the temporary storage of (new) vehicles. For manufacturers, importers and dealers, car storage can be crucial in bridging the gap between production and sales. By using our high-quality storage facilities at the strategic location in the Port of Rotterdam, vehicles can be stored safely and flexibly, both indoors and outdoors, with full security, dry and dust-free spaces, and EV charging facilities if required.
Our facilities are tailored to your needs: indoor, heated or outdoor, depending on your requirements. We are also happy to advise you on storage insurance through our trusted partners. Broadly speaking, we distinguish between two vehicle flows: American imports (mainly pickups, new and nearly new) and electric vehicles from Chinese brands such as BYD, NIO, XPeng and MG. Each requires a specific logistics approach.

Why choose our car storage?

• We provide solutions and relieve the burden: we advise on storage, insurance and optimisation of your supply chain.
• Customised solutions and large volumes: we are experienced with handling large volumes, from American pickups to Chinese EVs, and can scale up quickly for new projects.
• Technological support: through our customer portal you have real-time insights, track & trace, status updates and reporting — transparent and efficient.
• Financial strength & Rotterdam mentality: we do what we say and say what we do, with room for growth and investment.
• Personal contact: you will always speak to someone who understands the automotive world. We are used to handling the complex requirements of importers and OEMs and adapt our way of working to your operation — not the other way around.

How does it work in practice?

• Location-based offering: our storage facilities in Rotterdam are perfectly accessible by road, water transport, inland shipping or rail.
• Indoor & outdoor options: modern, well-secured warehouses and spacious outdoor areas, with insurance advice included.
• Maintenance included: vehicles receive regular maintenance during storage through our Long Term Storage Maintenance (LTSM) service. More information can be found on our LTSM page.
• EV-friendly: we offer charging points and special attention for electric vehicles. Many customers only realise during a tour how much care is involved in high-quality vehicle storage. Our storage is more than just space: it is a managed service with maintenance, security and digital support.

Who is this service for?

Our car storage is ideally suited for:

• OEMs and manufacturers distributing vehicles within the EU.
• Importers of American or Asian vehicles (including pickups, EVs).
• Dealers and trading companies requiring temporary storage.
• Logistics providers who need vehicles stored or maintained.
• Companies switching between multiple EU and non-EU destinations often use our storage under customs status to remain flexible in their distribution strategy.

Ready to move on to additional services?

After storage, we offer seamless follow-up options:

• PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection): preparation for showroom-quality delivery – see our PDI page
• Vehicle transport & transhipment: efficient transhipment and transport – more information on our transport & transhipment page.
• Overseas car sales or financing: logistics and administrative support – see our overseas car sales & financing page.
• Want to know how these services fit into your supply chain? Visit our page for dealers and importers.

Get in touch!

Would you like to know how our car storage, including maintenance and technological support, can optimise your production and distribution process? Contact us or request a personalised quotation for your situation directly.