Freight Forwarding — End-to-End UK Export & Import
Move commercial cargo with a single accountable partner. We plan routes, book space, prepare paperwork, clear customs, and deliver. You get firm timelines and itemised costs.
- Sea freight FCL and LCL
- Air freight express and deferred
- EU road groupage and dedicated
- UK & overseas customs brokerage
- Project, OOG, and HAZ support
Why choose our forwarding team
- Mode-neutral planning that fits budget and deadline
- Named coordinator from booking to POD
- Strong allocation on UK main lanes
- Document and compliance checks before cargo moves
- Transparent pricing with milestone updates
Forwarding services
Sea freight
- FCL 20/40ft for stable loads and fewer touches
- LCL for pallets and partial loads with weekly sailings
- Door, port, or CY delivery based on Incoterms
Air freight
- Express 1–3 day transit on key lanes
- Deferred 3–7 day transit with better rates
- Door-to-airport or door-to-door options
Road freight (EU & UK)
- Groupage for 1–12 pallets
- Dedicated vans and artics for time-critical runs
- Post-Brexit export/import paperwork included
Project & OOG
- Route surveys, lifting plans, police escorts where needed
- ISPM-15 crating and site coordination
- Breakbulk and Ro-Ro booking
Pricing guide and typical transit
Ranges help with planning. Final quotes depend on volume, weight, lane, season, and handling.
| Mode | Typical Load | Transit Time | Guide Price (GBP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea LCL | 1–6 pallets | 4–7 weeks lane dependent | £180–£320 per m³ |
| Sea FCL 20ft | 28–32 m³ | 4–6 weeks port-to-door | £2,200–£4,200 |
| Sea FCL 40ft | 58–65 m³ | 4–6 weeks port-to-door | £3,800–£6,900 |
| Air freight | 50–1000 kg | 2–7 days door-to-door | £5–£12 per kg |
| Road groupage (EU) | 1–12 pallets | 2–7 days | £180–£320 per pallet |
| Dedicated van (EU) | 8–20 m³ | 2–5 days | £1,400–£3,200 |
Pick LCL for steady costs on small volumes. Use air when delays risk lost sales. Choose FCL for secure, repeat loads.
Documents and compliance
Your documents
- Commercial invoice with Incoterms
- Packing list with weights and dims
- UK EORI and destination tax ID
- Licences or certificates where required
We prepare
- Booking and carrier instructions
- CMR, B/L, or AWB
- Export entry and import clearance
- Insurance certificate on request
Incoterms & delivery options
- EXW, FCA, FOB, CIF, CPT, DAP, DDP supported
- We confirm roles, risk, and handoff before booking
- Pre-clearance available on select lanes
Industries we support
- Manufacturing and engineering
- Construction and MEP
- Retail and e-commerce
- Automotive and mobility
- Oil, gas, and energy
- Events and exhibitions
What we move
- Pallets and cartons
- Machinery and spare parts
- Electronics and electricals
- Furniture and fixtures
- Vehicles and motorcycles
- HAZ categories by arrangement
Restricted and prohibited items
- Sanctioned goods and embargoed lanes
- Controlled batteries, chemicals, and DG without approval
- Counterfeit or IP-infringing goods
Check rules before you book. See IATA Dangerous Goods and IMO.
“Three LCLs and one FCL delivered without delay. Clear paperwork, quick updates, and fair rates.” — Logistics Manager, UK distributor
Frequently asked questions
How do you choose the best mode
We compare total landed cost and deadline by lane, then propose sea, air, road, or a split shipment.
Can you deliver DDP
Yes where local rules allow. We quote duties and taxes and deliver cleared to the final address.
Do you handle dangerous goods
Yes with MSDS, correct packing, and carrier approval. We follow IATA/IMO standards.
What insurance options are available
All-risk cargo insurance at a fixed percentage of declared value with a named certificate before departure.
What tracking do I get
Milestones for pickup, departure, arrival, clearance, and delivery with links where available.
Do you help with HS codes
We review product data and suggest likely codes. The importer is responsible for final declaration.
Ready to ship
Send route, cargo details, and dates. We will confirm the plan and hold space.
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