Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Global Supply Chain Solutions Since 1945
Since our inception in 1945, Charles Kendall has evolved into a comprehensive global supply chain management group. Our team brings decades of specialized expertise to deliver tailored solutions that precisely meet client needs across demanding industries such as energy, defence, and aerospace. We pride ourselves on being a people-centric business, maintaining unwavering principles of transparency, dependability, and environmental responsibility. Our enduring partnerships, including serving our original client for 75 years, reflect our commitment to quality, value, and service. With operations spanning the UK, United States, Middle East, Far East, and beyond, we combine technological advancement with a human touch to ensure seamless logistics solutions.Our accreditations from leading industry bodies and certifications like ISO 9001 underscore our dedication to excellence. We continuously invest in expanding our capabilities, evidenced by recent facility developments in Southampton and Coalville. Our proactive, creative approach ensures clients receive innovative solutions backed by a legacy of trust and expertise. This enduring philosophy has positioned us as a trusted partner in global logistics for over seven decades.
Services
Freight Services
Warehouse Services
Export Packing
Procurement
Customs Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We offer 75 years of experience in global supply chain management.
- Our team holds ISO 9001 and AEO certifications for quality assurance.
- We operate in 6 UK sites with customs fast-track approval.
- Our services span energy, defence, and aerospace industry specialisms.
- We maintain a global network covering all major trade corridors.
Associations and certifications
- ADS
- AEO
- AICES
- BIFA
- BRCGS
- C-TPAT
- FIATA
- IATA
- ISO 9001
- NCBFAA
- TIMCON
- TSA
- UKWA
Services
Freight Services
We provide comprehensive freight transportation solutions across air, sea, and land networks. Our services cover full container loads, less-than-container shipments, and specialised cargo handling for industries like energy and aerospace. With global reach and local expertise, we ensure timely, secure delivery while maintaining compliance with international customs regulations.
Warehouse Services
Our UK-based warehousing facilities offer secure storage for general and specialised cargo. Services include inventory management, order fulfillment, and value-added logistics support. All locations maintain strict security protocols and environmental controls to protect sensitive goods while ensuring efficient stock rotation and accessibility for time-critical operations.
Export Packing
We specialise in customised export packing solutions for oversized and sensitive cargo. Our timber packaging complies with ISPM15 standards, featuring heat-treated, carbon-neutral materials. Services include crating, cushioning systems, and moisture protection tailored to aerospace components, industrial machinery, and other high-value shipments requiring international transport compliance.
Procurement Services
Our procurement expertise spans global supplier networks and complex contract management. We handle full lifecycle procurement for infrastructure projects, including vendor selection, quality assurance, and logistics coordination. Specialised teams support government contracts and development aid programmes with transparent, cost-effective sourcing strategies across multiple industry sectors.
Customs Compliance
We ensure full regulatory compliance for international shipments through expert customs documentation and clearance services. Holding AEO status, we implement secure supply chain protocols and provide HMRC-approved procedures. Our services include tariff classification, duty optimization, and compliance audits to facilitate smooth cross-border trade operations while minimising risk exposure.
People
Mark Kendall
Chairman
Mark Kendall leads Charles Kendall with over two decades of supply chain expertise. A former British Army officer, he transitioned from procurement roles to strategic leadership, driving global expansion since 2016. His military background informs our operational discipline and client-focused approach.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We specialise in high-demand sectors including energy, defence, and aerospace, providing tailored logistics solutions for complex supply chain requirements in these industries.
Do you offer international freight services?
Yes, we operate globally with dedicated services covering the UK, United States, Middle East, Far East, and other international destinations through our extensive network.
Are your packaging solutions compliant with international standards?
Our export packing services meet ISPM15 regulations with heat-treated, carbon-neutral timber packaging designed for secure international transportation of sensitive cargo.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification and AEO status, alongside memberships in ADS, BIFA, UKWA, and other leading industry bodies ensuring quality and compliance.
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