Freightliner, Birmingham Terminal (BIRFLI) — Birmingham

West Midlands, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · B8 1BT

Company overview

Freightliner is a freight forwarder in Birmingham operating an intermodal logistics network across the UK. As a freight forwarder West Midlands, the company provides end-to-end freight solutions combining owned rail infrastructure, terminal facilities, and road transport. Freightliner moves approximately 790,000 containers annually and operates around 80 locomotives connecting the UK. The company specialises in intermodal logistics, enabling businesses to consolidate freight movements via rail and road. With average terminal turnaround times of less than 30 minutes, Freightliner serves ecommerce businesses requiring cost-effective, sustainable freight solutions. The company emphasises environmental responsibility, offering carbon emission calculations for customers considering rail freight alternatives to road transport. Freightliner's integrated approach allows shippers to manage single journeys through one provider, reducing complexity and enhancing supply chain visibility.

Services offered

Intermodal Logistics

End-to-end freight movement combining rail, terminal, and road solutions to transport containers from ports or inland terminals to final destinations across the UK.

Rail Solutions

Rail freight services utilising Freightliner's owned locomotive fleet and rail network infrastructure for cost-effective, high-capacity container transport.

Terminal Solutions

Container handling and consolidation at Freightliner terminals with average turnaround times of less than 30 minutes for loading and unloading operations.

Road Solutions

Road freight transport services complementing rail operations to provide seamless door-to-door delivery capabilities.

Container Sales

Supply of containers through Pentalver Container Sales division for customers requiring new or replacement container stock.

Vehicle Booking System

Online booking platform enabling customers to schedule freight movements and manage transport logistics through Freightliner's integrated system.

Location and coverage

Freightliner, Birmingham Terminal (BIRFLI) is based at Freightliner Terminal, Landor St, Birmingham, B8 1BT. They serve businesses across West Midlands and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Freightliner offer?
Freightliner provides intermodal logistics combining rail freight, road transport, and terminal handling services. The company operates approximately 80 locomotives across the UK and offers end-to-end solutions that integrate these transport modes, allowing customers to consolidate freight movements efficiently. This multimodal approach enables businesses to optimise costs and sustainability.
What is Freightliner's geographic coverage?
Freightliner operates a UK-wide network with owned rail infrastructure, multiple terminal locations, and road transport capabilities. The company moves approximately 790,000 containers annually across the country, with services connecting ports and inland terminals to final destinations throughout the UK.
How quickly can Freightliner process containers at their terminals?
Freightliner achieves average terminal turnaround times of less than 30 minutes for container handling operations. This rapid processing reduces dwell time and enables faster freight movement through their network, benefiting ecommerce businesses requiring quick order fulfilment.
Does Freightliner offer sustainability reporting for freight movements?
Yes, Freightliner provides a carbon emission indicator tool allowing customers to calculate the carbon savings achieved by using rail freight instead of road transport. The company prioritises environmental responsibility and offers data-led sustainability strategies to help businesses reduce their supply chain carbon footprint.
How can ecommerce sellers book freight with Freightliner?
Freightliner operates a Vehicle Booking System enabling customers to schedule freight movements online and manage transport logistics through their integrated platform. Businesses can also contact Freightliner directly for bespoke solutions tailored to their specific shipping requirements.

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