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Road Freight

Road freight logistics services play a vital part in the European supply chain, helping businesses to transport goods in and out of the UK and trade in the European Union and beyond.

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European Road Freight services

New customs declaration procedures implemented post-Brexit have made moving heavy goods across borders more complex. At Cargo Express, we have almost 40 years of experience operating comprehensive road freight services, as well as a highly qualified international team who will help get you on the right track.

Combining careful logistics management with a team of experts and important industry accreditations, Cargo Express will ensure your business can freely ship across Europe.  

We can also act as your Importer of Record and can handle your entire customs operation from dispatch to final delivery, no matter the destination.

Road Freight Services for Importing & Exporting

If you are looking to import or export goods into or from the UK, road freight transport is a reliable solution, and can be tailored to businesses of any size when moving goods across international borders.

Our AEO accreditation means that our imports and exports are often processed quicker than standard deliveries, and we can even manage your whole logistics operation, no matter how complex you need it.

Our road freight logistics solutions are cost effective and efficient for continental and domestic transport. We specialise in non-standard and heavy loads, with every driver fully trained on the storage and loading procedures required for such goods.

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Benefits of

Road Freight services

  • Most efficient option for short distances, requiring the least preparation.

  • Our extensive knowledge and experience of customs clearance procedures.

  • Move any type of goods.

  • Easily track your delivery, as our vehicles are fitted with advanced monitoring systems.

  • Minimised delays and costs due to remaining up to date with any legislation changes.

  • Optional to have vehicles with tail lift services.

Groupage services

Groupage services are ideal for businesses looking to transport smaller quantities of goods. Multiple shipments from different companies are grouped together in a single shipment and transported to their final destinations.

Full Loads

Full loads are ideal for businesses looking to transfer large quantities of goods or avoid stopovers for a faster delivery. A single shipment from a client is transported to its destination, with no pallets shared with other businesses.

Distribution

Not only can we import and export your pallets to and from Europe and beyond, but our expert warehouse management and storage solutions mean we can also safely store and distribute goods to their final destination.

Trained on the safe and effective storage of goods no matter their size or weight, our warehouse managers and staff will ensure the cost-effective warehouse storage of all your goods, saving you from needing to purchase your own storage space.

Our warehousing and distribution hubs in the UK are strategically placed in the Midlands, near to key transport links such as the M6 and M54, and within a few hours of any key shipping port in the country. Our warehouse storage solutions are on the doorstep of Birmingham International Airport and only two miles away from Birmingham city centre, allowing us to provide quick, efficient, and reliable distribution for our customers.

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International Road Freight Logistics

Road freight transport involves the least amount of paperwork at the border, but the process is even more streamlined now thanks to our AEO status. AEO stands for Accredited Economic Operator, and reflects our reliability, experience, and efficiency within the logistics industry.

Being AEO accredited means that our customs application processes can be handled quicker, and there are fewer document-based controls in place for our deliveries. The accreditation is recognised in more than 70 countries worldwide, and faster customs declaration services means our shipments can travel across Europe totally hassle free.

We also hold an ATA Carnet which makes the temporary export of goods (for use at conventions or demonstrations, for example) cheaper and easier.

With reduced customs delays and more efficient import and export procedures, our goods are delivered quickly and efficiently to destinations across Europe.

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Our Core Services

Logistics

Our logistics teams are based strategically across the UK, providing customers with real time solutions to their delivery requirements. Our teams can offer various levels of support, from working directly on customer premises alongside their production or manufacturing teams, to offering one-off solutions for individual deliveries.

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Transport

The transport team have a range of vehicles and equipment to plan and deliver goods safely, securely and efficiently. Our highly skilled team deliver over 2000 consignments and travel over 150,000 kilometres a week.

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Warehousing

With warehouse solutions and teams across various sites in the UK, we provide high quality warehouse management solutions for our customers as well as on hand storage and full stock control.

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Groupage

We work with a vast network of clients across a huge range of industries to provide expert groupage transport for non-standard goods, delivering on-time and in perfect condition.

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For more information on how we can support your business, please contact us directly by giving us a call on the number provided. Alternatively, you can email us by clicking the button below.

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I am consistently impressed with Cargo Express. We work in a difficult industry with strict deadlines and ever-changing logistical challenges but Cargo are always there to help and go above and beyond every time, giving us peace of mind, which is invaluable. Can’t recommend them enough.
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When it comes to transportation and warehousing services, Cargo Express truly stands out for their exceptional support and customer service. From start to finish, their team is always available to answer any questions and provide guidance on the best solutions for your specific needs. They take the time to understand your requirements and work tirelessly to ensure your satisfaction.
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Cargo Express proves superior with both transport solutions and the level of service provided. Quotation requirements, availability/booking confirmations, and driver-tracking requests are answered almost, if not always, instantaneously. The operational team understand clearly all of our needs, which range from single pallet collections, trailer hire, and warehouse storage to full artic loads.
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I must say, out of all the shippers we use, Cargo Express are by far the best for transit times, price and customer service!
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Having left the EU, we were at a loss as to how to navigate the rules & regulations involved in sending goods into the EU. We contacted Cargo Express, and they were diamonds! Joseph worked tirelessly on our behalf, and thanks to his dogged determination, ensured nothing was left to chance. The consignment arrived safely and on time! I’d not hesitate in using Cargo Express again!
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We choose to use Cargo Express for our transport needs because their pricing is competitive, and speed of response is very good. I have found Callum, Gavin and Joseph very easy to work with in finding ways to co-load to ensure we keep within our customers budgets. Communication is absolutely brilliant and the team are friendly and helpful on the phone.
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We have dealt with Cargo Express for over 20 years, and have found them to be supportive, diligent, and proactive – which in today’s changing world when shipping and accompanying documentation become even more challenging; has helped us continue to offer good levels of service to our customers, whilst continuing to have an excellent relationship with Cargo’s management and logistics team.
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Our customers need Nuttalls to be flexible, reactive and most importantly on time. We demand the same from our supply chain and Cargo Express are a partner that achieves and demonstrates these requirements day in, day out. The nature of our business involves last minute changes and vehicles requested at short notice, Cargo always make it happen, remaining professional and reliable throughout.
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The service we have had from the team at Cargo Express has been excellent with very competitive rates. The drivers have always been reliable and friendly which is critical to support our own service levels to clients. Regardless of where they pick up from or deliver to, they are always on time and nothing is too much to ask.
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Outstanding reliability is one of many ways I would describe Cargo Express, they take on the challenges when situations require a quick response and help out with regular transport and storage of materials in their warehouse, efficient teamwork and really good communication. I really enjoy working with everyone.
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We dealt with Cargo Express at the end of 2023 and found them very professional. The pick up from us here in Munich was quick and efficient with all relevant details dealt with beforehand. The staff in the UK were extremely helpful providing all required documentation for proof of export/import. For future transport requirements we will not hesitate to use or recommend further Cargo Express.
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We have been using Cargo Express vehicles for over 10 years. They are always reliable, responsive and deliver an excellent service for all our needs.
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