Eric Hassell Shipping supports Barbados’ food and agricultural sector with reliable logistics solutions that keep products moving efficiently from source to shelf. Through our global and regional partners, we provide both import and export services for food importers, distributors, farmers, restaurants, and hotels. Our offerings include Full Container Load (FCL) shipments using food-grade containers as well as specialized refrigerated (reefer) services through partners such as Seaboard, MSC, and Kuehne+Nagel to protect perishable cargo.
Through our regional schooner Admiral Bay, we also provide farmers and distributors with a cost-effective option to ship bulk produce and food products to Grenada, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent, strengthening regional trade links. In addition to logistics services, Eric Hassell Shipping collaborates with key industry organizations to support food security, supply chain resilience, and sustainable trade across the Caribbean.
Eric Hassell Shipping has supported Barbados’ construction and development industry throughout our history – from the early days of schooners importing sand and stone from Guyana to today’s modern project-driven supply chains. We provide logistics solutions for developers, contractors, architects, suppliers, and project managers through our network of local and international partners.
Our services include Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) ocean freight, specialized handling for machinery and oversized cargo, and project logistics coordination. For high-value fixtures, fittings, and furnishings, we also offer white-glove delivery services to ensure careful handling and final placement. In addition, we provide vessel agency services for chartered ships carrying steel, lumber, aggregates, and other building materials. By combining global capabilities with deep local expertise, we help keep construction projects on schedule and fully compliant with Barbados’ regulatory requirements.
As Barbados continues to expand its energy infrastructure, Eric Hassell Shipping supports the island’s evolving power and renewable energy sector with specialized logistics solutions.
Through our global partners, we handle the movement of energy-related equipment including batteries, hazardous goods, and technical cargo required for power generation, storage, and distribution projects. Our team has extensive experience managing dangerous goods in compliance with international safety and regulatory standards.
We also provide vessel agency services for oil and gas vessels when required, supporting companies importing fuels and related materials into Barbados. Through our partnership with Kuehne+Nagel and their Project Logistics division, we can support complex energy and infrastructure projects with heavy-lift handling, route planning, storage solutions, and multimodal transport. Together, we deliver reliable end-to-end logistics solutions that help power Barbados’ energy future safely and efficiently.
Eric Hassell Shipping supports Barbados’ fashion, retail, and department store industries with agile logistics solutions designed for a fast-moving market. Through our global network of partners, we provide access to a wide range of air and ocean freight options, allowing retailers to diversify sourcing routes and optimize their supply chains. Our experienced team works closely with clients to understand their business model, seasonality, and inventory cycles.
In the retail sector, timing and pricing are critical, often determining whether a shipment contributes to profit or loss. We therefore focus on reliable schedules, competitive transit times, and transparent pricing to support replenishment and promotional cycles. By combining global logistics capabilities with strong local expertise in Barbados, we help retailers move merchandise efficiently from supplier to shelf.
Eric Hassell Shipping provides specialized logistics solutions to support Barbados’ automotive industry, working with vehicle importers, dealers, and fleet operators. We offer multiple ocean freight options including containerized shipments, bulk and breakbulk carriage, and Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) services through our representation of Eukor, one of the world’s leading car carriers. Through our global partner network, we can facilitate vehicle shipments from major manufacturing and export hubs worldwide.
Our team also assists clients with documentation and compliance requirements for both conventional and electric vehicles, ensuring smooth customs clearance and delivery. For oversized or specialized automotive cargo such as heavy vehicles, machinery, trailers, and modified units, we provide expert planning and handling. By combining global carrier access with deep knowledge of Barbados’ port and customs environment, we deliver reliable end-to-end automotive logistics solutions.
