Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in Birmingham
Millennium Cargo has been delivering reliable freight solutions for over 25 years, combining the personal touch of a family-run business with the global reach of an established logistics provider. Our expertise spans sea, road, and air freight, supported by a team of professionals dedicated to simplifying international trade. We prioritise transparency, avoiding industry jargon to ensure clear communication and efficient service. With BIFA accreditation and a network of trusted partners worldwide, we negotiate competitive rates while maintaining rigorous compliance standards. Our commitment to innovation is matched by a focus on sustainability through carbon offset initiatives. Clients benefit from rapid quote turnaround, 24-hour documentation processing, and flexible payment options.Having served manufacturers, exporters, and freight forwarders globally, we've built long-term relationships based on consistent delivery performance and problem-solving expertise. Our leadership team brings decades of industry experience, ensuring strategic decision-making aligned with client needs. By maintaining ISO-certified processes and investing in staff development, we guarantee service continuity and operational excellence. Whether handling standard shipments or complex logistics challenges, our approach remains rooted in honesty, adaptability, and unwavering customer support.
Services
Sea Freight
Road Freight
Air Freight
Freight Forwarding
International Logistics
Carbon Offset Solutions
Document Handling
Customs Clearance
Multimodal Transport
Project Cargo
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We provide quotes within 2 hours and documentation within 24 hours
- Our BIFA-accredited team negotiates competitive rates across global networks
- We offer flexible payment terms including multi-currency options
- Our priority road freight service guarantees on-time delivery or refund
- We combine 35+ years of leadership experience with ISO-certified processes
Associations and certifications
- BIFA
What people say
Excellent service
Competitive rates
Reliable delivery
Helpful team
Trustworthy partner
Services
Sea Freight
Our sea freight services offer cost-effective solutions for containerised and breakbulk cargo. With weekly sailings to major global ports, we handle LCL and FCL shipments with competitive transit times. Our NVOCC status enables direct documentation control, ensuring 24-hour turnaround for shipping papers while our industry contacts secure optimal freight rates. Specialised equipment includes reefer containers and open-top units for oversized cargo.
Road Freight
We provide comprehensive road freight solutions covering full and part-load movements across Europe. Our priority service guarantees on-time delivery with money-back assurance. The fleet includes temperature-controlled vehicles and specialist trailers for abnormal loads. Door-to-door tracking systems and customs documentation support ensure seamless cross-border operations while our weekly scheduled services offer cost-effective regularity for ongoing shipments.
Air Freight
Our air freight services combine speed with reliability through partnerships with major carriers like DHL and TNT. We offer same-day collection in the UK with competitive pricing for both express and economy shipments. ISPM-compliant packaging solutions protect cargo integrity while our documentation experts ensure smooth customs clearance. Special handling options cover perishables, hazardous materials, and time-sensitive medical equipment.
Freight Forwarding
As BIFA-accredited forwarders, we coordinate complete supply chain solutions integrating multiple transport modes. Our services include route optimisation, duty calculation, and Incoterm advisory. We manage documentation for 125+ trade lanes with electronic data interchange capabilities. Clients benefit from real-time tracking systems and dedicated account management for both regular and one-off shipments across all freight types.
Carbon Offset Solutions
Our CO2 offset programme enables businesses to neutralise freight emissions through verified environmental projects. The calculator provides precise emissions data per shipment, with options to purchase carbon credits or fund tree planting initiatives. Certified digital badges allow clients to demonstrate sustainability commitments. This proactive approach helps companies prepare for upcoming emissions regulations while maintaining commercial competitiveness through transparent pricing structures.
People
Chadd Blunt
CEO / Founder
With 35 years in freight, Chadd established Millennium Cargo in 1996 to combine personal service with global logistics capabilities. He oversees strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in key client relationships.
Debi Blunt
Director
Debi contributes strategic direction as a board member, leveraging extensive industry experience to shape company growth and operational strategy alongside Chadd.
Connor Blunt
Commercial Director
Having joined at 16, Connor now leads commercial operations with responsibility for client strategy and service innovation across global freight networks.
Ali Askar
Sales and Operations Manager
With 23 years at Millennium, Ali manages freight arrangements and client accounts, specialising in customs clearance and documentation processes for international shipments.
Nikki Chidlow
Multimodal Freight & Sales Admin
Nikki coordinates complex sea, air and road freight solutions with 20 years industry experience, focusing on client relationship management and supply chain optimisation.
Questions
What freight services does Millennium Cargo offer?
We provide sea freight, road freight, air freight, and multimodal transport solutions with global coverage across 125+ trade lanes.
How quickly can I get a freight quote?
Quotes are typically provided within 2 hours during business hours for all shipment types and destinations.
Do you handle customs documentation?
Yes, our experts manage complete customs clearance processes including documentation preparation and duty calculations.
Can I track my shipment in real-time?
Yes, we offer online tracking systems for sea, air and road freight with regular status updates throughout transit.
Are there carbon offset options available?
We provide verified carbon offset solutions through tree planting initiatives and certified emissions credit programmes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accommodate multiple currencies and offer flexible payment terms including extended credit options for regular clients.
Reviews (4)
Judy Parman
Dec 29, 2019
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We have been working with the team at Millennium Cargo for a while now. So impressed with the personal service we get from Chad, nothing is too much trouble and we are always kept informed of what's happening with our shipments. Highly recommended.
Lilli De Liddo
Nov 17, 2019
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Thank to Chad and Connor. My delivery wasnt simple because we sent all our stuff from Italy in a conteiner by the sea, but we trusted in them and everything is gone well. We always spoke by email and they were always ready to answer and help me, in Italian language too.
great job
great job
Lucinda Dawes
Oct 30, 2019
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I've worked with Chadd at Millennium Cargo for 2 years now. Great company. Always happy to meet a challenge with a smile. Highly recommend them
Interspan Global
Oct 19, 2019
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Dealt with these guys for a very long time, always professional and they get the job done. Cant recommend enough. Alex Lightwood - Director Interspan Global Logistics
