Johnson Stevens (NI) — Belfast

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · BT3 9JL

Company overview

Johnson Stevens (NI) Ltd is an established freight forwarder in Belfast and leading freight forwarder Northern Ireland, operating since 1979. Based at Belfast Port, the company specialises in liner agency and global shipping solutions for businesses requiring international freight services. Services include sea freight and air freight, road haulage across Northern Ireland, the UK, Republic of Ireland and Europe, LCL and FCL container shipments, customs clearance, warehousing, and dangerous goods handling. The freight forwarder in Belfast serves ecommerce and trade businesses shipping to and from the Far East, Middle East, Mediterranean, USA, Australia, Baltics, Russia, Iberia, North Africa and East Africa. Johnson Stevens handles import and export operations, project logistics, out-of-gauge cargo, and waste shipments, positioning itself as a professional, cost-effective alternative to larger international carriers.

Services offered

Sea Freight (FCL/LCL)

Full Container Load and Less Than Container Load shipments to global destinations including Far East, Middle East, Mediterranean, USA, Australia, East Africa and Europe. Services include advice on optimal shipping lines and routes for cost effectiveness.

Air Freight

Air freight services available for time-sensitive international shipments to complement sea freight options.

Road Haulage

Road transport services across Northern Ireland, UK, Republic of Ireland and Europe using flat, curtain side, box, tautliner, mega trailer and refrigerated vehicles.

Import & Export Customs Clearance

Full import and export customs clearance services with EUR1 and T2L form creation and authorisation.

Warehousing & Storage

Warehousing and storage facilities for cargo consolidation and inventory management.

Dangerous Goods Handling

Specialised handling and documentation for dangerous goods shipments in compliance with international regulations.

Liner Agency Services

Professional liner agent services at Belfast Port providing representation for major shipping lines including Yang Ming, ICL (Independent Container Lines) and WEC Lines.

Project Logistics & Out-of-Gauge Cargo

Logistics solutions and project management for oversized and non-standard shipments, including flat rack and open-top container options.

Waste Shipments

Specialised handling of waste paper and scrap metal shipments with appropriate documentation and routing.

Container Supply

Supply of various container types including 20', 40', 45' standard dry, high cube, flat rack, reefer and open-top containers.

Location and coverage

Johnson Stevens (NI) is based at Unit 4, Victoria Business Park, 9 W Bank Rd, Belfast, BT3 9JL. They serve businesses across Northern Ireland and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Johnson Stevens offer?
Johnson Stevens offers multiple shipping modes including sea freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, and road haulage. Sea freight services connect major global regions including the Far East, Middle East, Mediterranean, USA, Australia and East Africa. Road haulage covers Northern Ireland, the UK, Republic of Ireland and Europe. The company advises clients on the most efficient and cost-effective routes and shipping lines for their specific requirements.
Do you handle international customs clearance?
Yes. Johnson Stevens provides full import and export customs clearance services with EUR1 and T2L form creation and authorisation. These services support ecommerce businesses and traders managing international shipments across multiple territories and trade agreements.
Can you handle dangerous goods and specialised cargo?
Yes. The company has specialised capabilities for dangerous goods, out-of-gauge shipments, temperature-controlled reefer containers, and waste shipments (waste paper, scrap metal). Container options include standard dry containers, high cube, flat rack, open-top and reefer units in 20', 40' and 45' sizes.
Do you offer warehousing and consolidation services?
Yes. Johnson Stevens provides warehousing and storage facilities. These services support cargo consolidation, allowing businesses to combine partial shipments before shipping, which can improve cost efficiency for smaller or irregular shipments.
What geographic regions do you serve?
Johnson Stevens operates as a freight forwarder across Northern Ireland and the UK, with road haulage extending to the Republic of Ireland and Europe. Sea freight and liner agency services connect the Far East, Middle East, Mediterranean, USA, Australia, Baltics, Russia, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Canary Islands and East Africa through partnerships with major shipping lines.

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