Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in Southampton
Established in 1998, we are a family-owned freight forwarding company based in Southampton, delivering tailored logistics solutions with a personal touch. Our expertise spans import and export services, marine industry shipping, and customs clearance, supported by over two decades of experience in international trade. We specialise in handling complex shipments, including out-of-gauge cargo, hazardous materials, and yacht transportation, while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations such as Brexit-related customs procedures. Our dedicated brokerage team manages EU import/export declarations, and our extensive network ensures seamless connectivity across UK ports and global trade lanes. We prioritise client relationships, offering transparent communication and cost-effective solutions, from project cargo management to document preparation and duty relief advice.Our in-house customs deferment facility and access to simplified systems streamline clearance processes, while our knowledge of temporary import regimes and tariff classifications reduces clients' tax exposure. With a proven track record in resolving logistical challenges, we serve diverse industries, including marine, manufacturing, and reclamation, ensuring reliable delivery of goods by sea, air, or road. Our commitment to innovation and adaptability enables us to meet the dynamic demands of international trade, combining traditional values with modern efficiency.
Services
Import Services
Export Services
Marine Shipping
Customs Clearance
Relocation Assistance
Cargo Insurance
Document Handling
Haulage Distribution
Yacht Transportation
Trade Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 24 years' experience in international freight logistics
- Dedicated brokerage team for EU import/export declarations post-Brexit
- Own customs deferment facility for streamlined HMRC tax payments
- Specialist knowledge of marine industry shipping requirements
- Direct client communication without departmental handovers
What people say
Impeccable service
Extensive knowledge
Efficient and reliable
Second to none expertise
Problem-solving capabilities
Services
Import Services
We manage comprehensive import solutions including sea freight, air freight, and customs clearance across UK ports. Our expertise covers full container loads, less-than-container shipments, and oversized cargo handling. With in-house customs deferment and transit documentation capabilities, we ensure efficient clearance while minimising duty costs for businesses.
Export Services
Our export services handle all aspects from documentation to hazardous cargo transportation. We assist with BIS license acquisition, export packing, and multimodal shipping solutions. Specialising in LCL/FCL shipments and project cargo management, we provide competitive pricing and compliance advice for global destinations.
Marine Industry Shipping
With 20+ years' experience, we specialise in marine sector logistics including yacht transportation and mast shipping. Our team handles customs compliance for marine equipment, offers tariff classification advice, and manages complex deliveries to yachts. We partner with industry leaders for secure vessel transportation.
Customs Clearance
We provide end-to-end customs clearance services at UK ports and airports. Our capabilities include T1 guarantees, transit documentation, and temporary import relief applications. We assist with IPR schemes, end-use regimes, and HMRC compliance to reduce tax exposure while ensuring regulatory adherence.
Relocation Assistance
Our relocation services cover personal effects, vehicle, and vessel transportation. We handle transfer of residence relief, returned goods schemes, and NOVA applications for DVLA registration. Specialised documentation support ensures smooth customs processing for household moves and vehicle imports/exports.
People
Brian Whippy
Freight Specialist
With over 17 years' experience, Brian manages complex import logistics, specialising in customs formalities and duty relief schemes. His expertise ensures efficient clearance of challenging shipments while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
Alan Rogers
Trade Compliance Expert
Alan provides specialist export documentation and compliance advice, with 25+ years' experience in Middle East trade requirements. He ensures accurate paperwork for time-sensitive shipments and complex international transactions.
Charlie Milligan
Customs Consultant
Charlie leads customs strategy, offering expert guidance on import regulations and duty minimisation. With extensive knowledge of HMRC systems, he resolves complex compliance issues and advises major marine industry clients.
Steve Burton
Operations Manager
Steve oversees logistics operations, managing multimodal freight solutions. His 17-year track record includes handling hazardous cargo and oversized shipments, ensuring reliable delivery across diverse trade lanes.
Adrian Went
Client Director
Adrian manages key client relationships, specialising in export solutions for non-standard cargo. He works closely with manufacturers to develop efficient shipping strategies to 42+ countries worldwide.
Questions
What freight services do you offer?
We handle sea, air, and road freight for imports/exports, including hazardous cargo, oversized loads, and marine industry shipments. Services cover full container loads, consolidated shipments, and project cargo management.
How do you handle Brexit-related customs procedures?
Our dedicated brokerage team manages EU import/export declarations with T1 guarantees, ensuring seamless transit through UK ports while maintaining compliance with current customs regulations.
Can you assist with yacht transportation?
Yes, we specialise in yacht shipping, mast transportation, and marine equipment logistics with 20+ years' experience in the sector, partnering with industry-leading transport providers.
What customs compliance services are available?
We provide T1/T2 documentation, import duty relief schemes, tariff classification, and compliance advice including IPR, end-use regimes, and temporary import arrangements.
How do you handle complex logistical challenges?
Our team applies 24 years' experience to resolve complex shipments, with proven expertise in oversized cargo, hazardous materials, and time-sensitive deliveries across diverse industries.
