With more than 35 years experience in UK and international freight transport, International Forwarding has the knowledge, expertise and network to deliver your consignments on time and in full, every time. We prioritise the smooth and efficient delivery of your goods. Our tailored road freight solutions include UK haulage, pallet distribution, European export and import groupage, and both part and full truck load deliveries.
Our central location in Birmingham in the West Midlands puts us in the ‘Golden Triangle of logistics’, within easy reach of all mainland destinations in the UK and ensuring swift access to major transport routes for prompt deliveries. For UK freight, we manage the entire process from our Birmingham hub, offering next-day deliveries and full tracking through our membership of Palletways. Additionally, our integrated logistics services, supported by three large-capacity warehouses, provide flexible supply chain solutions to keep your business moving.
As a European freight forwarder since 1989, IFL is entrusted by thousands of businesses who import from and export to Europe. We have Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status from HM Revenue & Customs, and deliver to all major economic centres via our range of European transport partners. We offer groupage, full and part loads, and express services. Express delivers in 48 hours and economy in three-five working days, depending on location. On our core Europe services we retain total control from supplier to consignee and offer customs clearances for hassle-free shipping.
One of our most popular services is our shuttle to and from Switzerland with fast transit times and premium service. Set up in 2003, it is now one of the best, most experienced and reliable palletised freight transports in the industry for Swiss shipping. We work with a dedicated Swiss transport partner, and your consignments are driver-accompanied and delivered door to door within 48/72 hours. We retain total control from supplier to consignee and, as such, can provide customs clearance services for seamless deliveries.
We’re also platinum members of Palletways – the UK’s largest express palletised freight network. With over 120 member depots across the UK and Ireland, the network is unrivalled in its ability to connect your business to your customer’s needs.
Our customers benefit from Palletways’ UK-wide overnight premium service (within 24 hours depending on location) and a range of economy services (within 48 hours depending on location). You’ll also be able to: book online, track and trace shipments, and receive text and email alerts, a two-hour delivery window and electronic proof of delivery.
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Wherever you need to ship, we’ve got you covered. Our international delivery network spans across Europe, connecting you to key markets with seamless logistics solutions. From mainland UK to destinations like France, Germany, and Switzerland, we ensure fast and reliable transport tailored to your business needs. Trust us to deliver your goods safely and on time.
Follow these guidelines on how to load your shipment ready for safe shipping… It covers use of good quality pallets, how to put your items on the pallet and how to secure them once on the pallet. For further information, read our complete guide to pallet collection and delivery.
Whether sending UK or international road freight, IFL can provide you with a reliable, efficient and cost-effective solution. Contact us today to get a quote for our freight transportation services.
t: +44 (0)1675 434690
e: enquiries@internationalforwarding.co.uk
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Ship your cargo by road, air or sea
Comprehensive warehousing and logistics services in the UK, located at the heart of the UK transport network
Economy and express pallet delivery throughout the UK and Europe
Keep shipping costs down with our premier groupage service
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