Trans Global Freight Management — GB

Scotland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · EH12 0AL

Company overview

Trans Global Freight Management is an established freight forwarder in GB with over 50 years of industry experience. Based in Greenhithe, Kent, the company operates as a freight forwarder Scotland and across the UK, specialising in air, sea, and road freight solutions. They handle export ocean freight volumes exceeding 100,000 tonnes annually and export air freight of approximately 15,000 tonnes per year. The company maintains a 15,000 sq ft purpose-built transit warehouse and 80,000 sq ft warehouse facility at London Heathrow, providing storage, consolidation, and distribution services. Trans Global serves ecommerce businesses and general importers/exporters with door-to-door collection and delivery across most global destinations through their international partner network. Services include customs documentation, cargo inspection and verification, packing and pick-and-pack operations, insurance, and internet-accessible cargo tracking. They are consistently ranked in IATA's top 20 UK air freight forwarders and hold AEO, BIFA, FIATA, and IATA accreditations.

Services offered

Air Freight

Over 35 years of air freight forwarding experience with consistent ranking in IATA's top 20 UK air freight forwarders. Handles approximately 15,000 tonnes of export air freight annually through established relationships with major airlines.

Ocean Freight

Nearly 100 years of ocean freight forwarding experience handling over 100,000 tonnes of export ocean freight and 150,000 tonnes of inbound cargo annually. Includes LCL (less than container load) and FCL services with published sailing schedules.

Road Freight

European road freight services with strategic infrastructure across the UK and Continental Europe. Facilitates imports and exports across Europe for consignments of all sizes through a carefully selected network of partners.

Vessel and Aircraft Chartering

Sourcing and arrangement of vessel and aircraft charter solutions through relationships with airlines and shipping companies worldwide.

Collection and Delivery

Door-to-door collection and delivery services across most of the globe through an international network of trusted partners, with nationwide collection and delivery available in the UK.

Packing and Pick and Pack

Full and part-container load packing services with oversight of consignments as small as individual packets. Includes storage and despatch of items from larger inward consignments.

Cargo Inspection and Verification

Civil Aviation Authority regulated inspection and verification services for cargo to facilitate smoother and faster operations.

Customs Documentation

Expert guidance on local customs documentation requirements to ensure cargo clears regulatory hurdles efficiently.

Warehousing and Storage

Purpose-built, CCTV-monitored warehouse facilities available for storage of goods until ready for receipt. Trusted importer status enables secure storage of imported goods.

Cargo Insurance

Competitive cargo insurance rates providing affordable coverage for freight shipments.

Cargo Tracking

Internet-accessible cargo tracking system allowing clients to monitor freight location and estimated arrival times in real-time.

Location and coverage

Trans Global Freight Management is based at Room 1/7, Spitfire House Cargo Terminal, Turnhouse Rd, GB, EH12 0AL. They serve businesses across Scotland and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Trans Global offer?
Trans Global offers three primary shipping modes: air freight (over 35 years experience, consistently ranked in IATA's top 20 UK forwarders), ocean freight (nearly 100 years experience handling over 100,000 tonnes of exports annually), and road freight (serving UK and Continental European routes). They also arrange vessel and aircraft charters for bespoke solutions.
Can Trans Global handle international shipments and customs clearance?
Yes. Trans Global provides door-to-door collection and delivery across most global destinations through their international partner network spanning 120 cities worldwide. They offer expert customs documentation services and guidance on local requirements to ensure cargo clears regulatory hurdles efficiently. As a trusted importer, they can also store imported goods in their CCTV-monitored warehouses.
Does Trans Global offer warehousing and consolidation services?
Yes. The company maintains a purpose-built 15,000 sq ft transit warehouse and an 80,000 sq ft facility at London Heathrow. They provide warehousing and storage services, full and part-container load consolidation, pick-and-pack operations, and can hold goods in secure storage until ready for receipt or despatch.
What accreditations and certifications does Trans Global hold?
Trans Global holds AEO (Authorised Economic Operator), BIFA (British International Freight Association), FIATA, and IATA accreditations. They are also a Civil Aviation Authority regulated agent, enabling them to provide cargo inspection and verification services.
What type of cargo can Trans Global handle?
Trans Global forwards almost all types of cargo. Services include standard goods, hazmat, oversized items, and fragile consignments. They offer professional packing and pick-and-pack services to ensure goods arrive in optimal condition, and provide cargo insurance at competitive rates for peace of mind.

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