When You Might Need Storage
Goods often have to wait somewhere between one stage of their journey and the next. For example:
- your goods are ready before the ship or flight leaves
- imported goods arrive before you are ready to receive them
- goods are waiting for customs clearance
- several smaller shipments need to be combined into one
We plan storage together with your transport and clearing, so your goods always have somewhere to go.
Cargo Handling and Packaging
Our ground staff load and offload cargo, and can unpack and re-pack goods of all types — carefully and professionally — so they are ready for the next stage of their journey.
Loading and offloading
Moving cargo on and off containers and trucks.
Storage
Holding your goods until they are needed.
Unpacking and re-packing
Repacking goods for shipping, sorting or onward delivery.
Ready for the next step
Preparing goods for export or for delivery after clearance.
What to Tell Us
- What the goods are and how they are packed
- How many packages or pallets, and their size and weight
- When the goods will arrive, and how long they need to stay
- Any special needs — fragile, valuable, hazardous or temperature-sensitive goods
- Whether you need packing, re-packing or delivery afterwards
Warehousing FAQs
How are storage charges worked out?
Usually by the space your goods take up and how long they stay, plus any handling or packing. Your quote will show each charge.
How long can I store my goods?
From a few days to longer periods. Tell us how long you expect to need storage and we will include it in your quote.
Can you store goods that need special conditions?
Tell us about any special needs — such as temperature control or hazardous goods — in your enquiry, and we will confirm what is possible before you commit.
Why plan storage with customs clearing?
Goods left at the port waiting for clearance can build up port charges quickly. Planning clearing and storage together keeps those costs down.
