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.
We invest in fuel-efficient vehicles and route optimisation to reduce our carbon footprint.
We’re committed to reducing our carbon footprint and maximising fuel efficiency through ongoing investment in vehicles with the latest technology and route optimisation software. More on this in ESG – moving towards Net Zero in road freight transport.
We offer the best rates on road freight according to consignment size and delivery time.
We offer a range of options to match you speed and budget requirements:
We prioritise your needs with a dedicated support team that ensures seamless coordination and problem resolution.
As one of the UK’s most reliable and trusted independent freight forwarders, we offer.
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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
Find out the answers to other questions commonly asked by our customers.
Road freight is simply the transportation of goods using the road network. Goods may be loaded onto a car, van, truck or lorry and delivered to their destination or other place of unloading or distribution, such as ports, warehouses or freight transport hubs. Road freight plays a critical connecting role in air cargo and sea freight, and across the global transport and logistics sector.
Road transport is often the most cost-effective option for businesses that need to transport their products or components. It costs less than air freight and more than sea freight. And, unlike other modes of transport, road freight provides a door-to-door service. Using modern technology vehicles, goods can also be tracked in real time.
Road transport is often the most cost-effective option, offering door-to-door service and real-time tracking capabilities.
Our full truck load service is ideal for businesses that need to transport large quantities of goods across the UK and Europe. We can provide vehicles of different sizes and configurations to meet your specific requirements, and our experienced drivers will ensure your consignments are delivered on time and in full.
If you have smaller quantities of goods to transport, our part load service is perfect. By consolidating multiple part loads into a single truck, we can provide a cost-effective and environmentally friendly transport option – without compromising on speed or reliability.
Our groupage service allows you to share the cost of transporting goods with other businesses, enabling you to benefit from lower prices and reduced environmental impact. We offer groupage options to keep costs down, and our experienced team will ensure your consignments are delivered safely and on time. Find out more about how this works on our Groupage page.
Yes, we provide services on goods under our control through our Birmingham customs team or Dover agent, ensuring seamless shipping.
Our vehicles can carry up to 28 tonnes and accommodate heights up to three meters, suitable for large, bulky, or heavy consignments.
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
IFL offers rapid pallet delivery for UK pallets to/from Europe with fast, free, flexible quotes to suit your needs
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Station Road, Coleshill
Birmingham B46 1HT
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Please note: we do not ship personal effects.
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