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Logistics Services

Every aspect of your logistic freight needs are seamlessly handled by our centralised international freight forwarding experts.

Taking the headache out of logistics

Our aim is simple: to remove the issues and inefficiencies faced by clients when using multiple logistics providers, by providing a complete, all-encompassing service in one place.

This means every detail and procedure around ocean, air and road freight, customs clearance, warehousing, packing and fulfilment – from regular repeat shipments to unusual and bespoke projects – is handled by dedicated specialists focused on an efficient, friendly service. Delivering exceptional end results.

When every part of your freight transportation is working together, everything around your shipments happens in a smooth, coordinated manner – with regular updates and the latest tracking technology keeping you in the loop at all times.

Not only does this save you time, mental energy and resources, it also saves you money. With our industry connections and global partner network, we have the relationships and knowledge to ensure clients get competitive rates, whatever the nature of your consignment.

Our service at a glance
  • A full range of supply chain and logistic services tailored to your needs

  • Management of all commercial and shipping documentation, including letters of credit and customer documentation

  • A worldwide partner network enabling safe door-to-door delivery of any products

  • Cutting-edge tracking technology for real-time updates and visibility on shipments

  • A personable level of service that’s consistent and accountable to you and your customers

Our Full Range of Logistics and Freight Services


Shipping Container Transport Services

With more than 30 years of container transport experience behind us, we know exactly what is required to ensure your cargo arrives at its destination safely, on time, and on budget. Our expertise in shipping container transport has made us a trusted partner for a wide range of businesses, delivering efficient and reliable solutions tailored to specific shipping needs across the UK and beyond.

Your First Choice for Shipping Container Transport

Whether it’s a single shipment or you require regular deliveries, our detailed understanding of shipping container transportation allows us to provide fast and efficient shipping container haulage from port of discharge to destination. From small transfers to large-scale operations, we always demand the highest standards, so our tailored service is sure to meet your needs.

 

Discuss Your Container Requirements
  • Intermodal containers for easy movement between truck, rail, and ship

  • Dedicated fleet of trucks and reliable partner network

  • Everything covered from customs clearance to shipping documents

  • Long-term partnerships with all major and specialist carriers

  • Dedicated freight operative to oversee your transportation

  • Storage and clearance facilities at Ipswich ,Liverpool and Felixstowe


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“Attention to detail from initial planning right through to the final execution is what makes Hemisphere different. For both large and small projects, the reliability in finding solutions without leaving anything to chance, our experience over the last 10 years has been consistent. We will continue going back and recommend that others do the same.”
“We were delighted to help with the safe carriage of the Nissan all the way from Reykjavík port to Nova Scotia. We’re no strangers to shipping automotives, and it’s great that we’ve had such an exciting opportunity to add further Electric Vehicle movements to our portfolio. We are pleased that Chris and Julie completed their journey safely and wish them well in their pursuit to raise awareness of the climate crisis.”
“Hemisphere understand our business, and that’s what sets them apart from other companies. When challenges arise, they work with us to find solutions that are as cost-effective as possible. The fact that we have worked with Hemisphere for over 12 years is testament to how much we value their relationship and expertise. We would not hesitate to recommend their services to any other business.”

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International Services

Since 1989, Hemisphere has built up an extensive network of freight forwarding partners across the world, allowing us to provide a truly international logistics service. Our long-standing relationships with airlines, shipping lines, equipment specialists and shipping lines worldwide means we can offer door-to-door logistics solutions throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia and the Americas. Regardless of your cargo’s final destination, we will find a way to get it there safely, securely and efficiently. Our freight professionals take the time to understand every client’s unique requirements, providing a service that’s tailored to their timescales.
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FAQs

What is a Freight Forwarder?

In simple terms, a freight forwarder is an individual or company that arranges the import and export of goods.

In longer terms, a freight forwarder, forwarder, or forwarding agent, also known as a non-vessel operating common carrier, is a person or company that is responsible for the transportation of goods from one destination to another.

Freight forwarders organise and arrange shipments for individuals or corporations to get goods from the manufacturer or producer to a market, customer or final point of distribution.

Freight forwarders often manage the entire process for their shippers which can include export packing, warehousing of items until finally shipping them via land, air or sea.

What is the freight forwarding process?

The freight forwarding process can be broken up into six key stages, including:

  • Stage 1 – Export Haulage: In export haulage, the export of goods is arranged and the cargo is transferred from the shipper’s original destination via a lorry, train or combination to the two to the export warehouse.
  • Stage 2 – Export Customs Clearance: Export customs clearance by a licensed customs house broker and registration of cargo is required by the origin country’s border authorities before the cargo can leave the country. At the end of this stage, goods receive customs clearance to leave their country of origin.
  • Stage 3 – Origin Handling: In origin handling, cargo is unloaded, inspected and validated against its booking details. The warehousing team will review the items received to ensure the shipment was transported properly and not tampered with. After this, a forwarder’s cargo receipt is issued to the shipper documenting that the cargo has been received for shipping.
  • Stage 4 – Import Customs Clearance: Import customs clearance by a licensed customs house broker and declaration of cargo is required before cargo can move through a country. It is the process of preparing and submitting the cargo’s declaration outlining the type of goods and value used for registration and levying any duty payments and required documentation to customs authorities.
  • Stage 5 – Destination Handling: Destination handling is the handling of cargo once it reaches the destination office, including transportation to the import warehouse. Destination handling is the handling of cargo once it reaches the destination office which includes the process of receiving documents from the freight forwarder, checking them and submitting the original carrier bill of lading to the shipping line. After this, the cargo is collected at the port and brought to a warehouse where it is opened, inspected and sorted for haulage or collection by the consignee.
  • Stage 6 – Import Haulage: Import haulage is the transfer of cargo from the import warehouse to its final destination at the consignee’s address.
What is the difference between project logistics and freight forwarding?

Project logistics is the arrangement of a massive single piece of cargo whilst freight forwarding is the process of constantly arranging the imports and exports of goods.

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