This expanding UK based shipping specialist offers a range of logistical services to the shipping industry and now includes:

Established in November 1998 and now part of Bergs Timber AB, Baltic Distribution Ltd operate the Port of Creeksea, on the river Crouch. A 45-acre facility within 50 miles of central London, consisting of undercover and outside storage we handle Forest Products, Metal and other commodities. The service offered ranges from vessel discharge to inland transportation via our inhouse transport division. 

Baltic Distribution operates a timber liner service from Riga to the UK, with regular sailings every 2 weeks, helping customers maintain an efficient flow of goods in a cost-effective manner. Both undercover and outside storage is available in addition to onward inland transportation.

  we cater for high and low pressure treatment on site. 

For further information contact Matthew Mason on 01702 258551 or visit www.balticdistribution.co.uk

Big Box UK provide quick & cost-effective solutions to most industrial needs, across the country & internationally.

Bulk storage, ambient or chilled, gantry cover, loading areas, manufacturing/production & workshops, all logistics needs – we’ve got them all covered!

We do basic & standard or we offer as bespoke as you want; almost any size, shape & specification.

We do “temporary” (relocatable, lightweight, PVC roof & steel walls, steel frame or aluminium) and we do bolt-down all-steel permanent, with a no water ingress guarantee.

From small workshops to temporary buildings to huge bulk storage, 70m single span, 15m eaves height.

Most buildings can be retro-fitted to an existing hardstanding for speed & economy, though groundworks will usually improve performance.

Full Euro codes adherence & CE kite marked.

Basic shell of the building or full turnkey solution, including groundworks if needed, internal fixtures/fittings & even robotic logistics solutions, all in-house.

So if you need a building with lighting, racking, barriers & FLTs, for example, we have the people & the prices to make us your 1-stop shop.

Longer guarantees, stronger products, competitive long term Finance

Please see https://big-box.uk call 01430 449986 or email ian@BigBoxBuildings.uk for information, quick pricing or to arrange a site visit, even if your project’s speculative or a way off.

Empty container handling up to four times faster with BLOK

BLOK container products deliver a complete solution for all aspects of empty container handling and potential solutions to make future laden handling much more efficient.

BLOK makes the process faster, safer and greener while enabling terminals to make more money with less work and delivers faster turn-around for shipping lines, which can be deployed for ‘slow sailing’ saving fuel and emissions.

BLOK Spreaders are electric spreader adaptors stationed at the port which convert any spreader into a tandem lift spreader able to lift blocks of 2 columns of empty VTLs in one lift.

BLOK Trailers guide, transport and then feed twistlocks into the corner castings. Automatic jigging speeds up spreader operations.

The BLOK Rig automatically strips and feeds SATs into the corner castings and will remove and fit the twistlocks from containers in single, tandem and VTL. The basic manual BLOK Rig can fit four twistlocks semi-automatically under a container, and remove four twistlocks semi-automatically from a container.

The BLOK Cert also makes use of the BLOK Rig and offers a proof test load and certification.

Contact BLOK Container Systems on 0044 1926 611700 or email selwyn@blokcontainersystems.com

Briggs Equipment is the exclusive national distributor in the UK for the Hyster and Yale ranges of forklift trucks and other materials handling equipment so there are literally hundreds of ways in which we can help your business.

We’re flexible enough to support you whether you’re looking to buy new or used equipment, hire machinery for a short or long term period or simply to choose a service partner who will become a trusted part of your operations. You have access to the best technical advice and our engineers can respond 24 hours a day.

CakeBoxx Technologies designs, builds and sells innovative 'two-piece' cargo shipping containers to the global cargo transportation and speciality manufacturing markets. CakeBoxx containers with their deck and lid design, are the first innovation in the industry to offer truly safe, secure and efficient containerized transport for the top-loaded, side-loaded, break bulk and general project cargo markets.

Advantages of CakeBoxx containers include increased operational efficiency, reduced risk of cargo theft, and lower operating costs. CakeBoxx Technologies offers these products in a range of different sizes and specifications to meet individual client needs, including the BreakBulkBoxx™ range, designed for containerizing break bulk cargo, the CoilBoxx™, designed for easily transporting steel coils, and the ThermoBoxx™ range of two-piece reefer containers. Complete custom container solutions are also available.

Deep Sea and Coastal Pilots Ltd is one of the largest deep-sea pilotage agency in Europe.

Deep Sea provide ISO 9001:2015 quality assured pilotage services for the English Channel and North Sea waters, as well as bespoke Navigational Auditing Services (compliant with the OCIMF Tanker Management Self-Assessment programme). We provide Sea traffic management services (VTS) to the oil and gas exploration industry as well as other offshore activities.

For additional information contact Chris Brooks on +44 (0) 1474 814444 or visit www.deepseapilots.com

The most reliable freight shipping network in Europe

With a fleet of Ro-Ro, Ro-Pax and container vessels, DFDS connects over 20 countries.  This gives you access to one of Europe’s most comprehensive freight shipping networks, including the North Sea, Baltic Sea, Mediterranean and Channel shipping routes.

For further information contact Coreen Penheiro-Wharton on +44(0)1469 557014 or visit www.dfds.com

Dublin Port Company is a self-financing, private limited company by the State, whose business is to manage Dublin Port, Ireland’s premier port. Dublin Port Company provides world-class facilities, services, accommodation and lands in the harbour for ships, goods and passengers.

For further information contact Charlie Murphy on +353 1 8876000 or visit www.dublinport.ie

Our Vision

By providing value for money, quality products and unsurpassed levels of service to our customers at all times resulting in Forklift Solutions Ltd being recognised as one of the best independent forklift companies to deal with.

Our People

Our first class workforce delivers the highest levels of customer service with over 95+ years of combined industry experience in the Materials Handling Industry.

Our Quality

Committing to the ‘do it once, do it well’ mentality and operating to the industry’s own CFTS Quality Assurance Procedural Code, we can assure our customers that we will reach and surpass the requisite standards.

Our Products

Forklift Solutions Ltd specialise in Short & Long Term Hire, Sales, Service & Operator Training to our customers.

We specialise in Heavy Duty Forklift Trucks from 1ton to 32 ton in stock and are the main dealers for the Industry leading Still Range of Products & Equipment.

For further information please contact Mark Smith on 0191 461 1587 or visit www.forkliftsolutions.info

Forth Ports was established in 1967 as a Port Authority and through continued investment and acquisitions we have grown to be the 3rd largest port operator in the UK.   We employ over 1000 full time employees and handled over 41m tonnes of cargo in 2017.  We are freehold land owners of all our ports and when combining the port operations of loading and discharging vessel and land based services we can provide a truly portcentric solution to all cargo types, which benefits the customer, local and UK economies while driving environmental improvements within the supply chain. 

We own and operate 8 commercial ports:  Port of Tilbury (London), Forth Ports Grangemouth, Forth Ports Dundee, Forth Ports Leith (Edinburgh), Forth Ports Rosyth, Forth Ports Methil, Forth Ports Burntisland and Forth Ports Kirkcaldy.  Our 8 ports are located within close proximity to the major economic cities of England and Scotland. 

In addition to the commercial ports we also provide an important service as the river authority for the Firth of Forth and the River Tay.  Our marine department (FTNS) manages and operates an area of 280 square miles of navigable waters, including two specialised marine terminals for oil and gas exports.  The department delivers a consistent high level of service in ships handling, pilotage, navigation, conservancy and towage.  FTNS also manages and operates two specialised marine terminals for oil and gas exports. 

For further information contact Claire Hammerton on 01324 668429 or visit www.forthports.co.uk

Transportation of the Highest level - Covering the world.

Gondrand UK are a leading Air Freight, Sea Freight and Total Logistics company covering Europe & Worldwide.

UK Head Office Dagenham.

UK Branches at Bradford, Birmingham, Glasgow & Heathrow.

 For Further details Visit www.gondrand.co.uk or Contact Paul Spencer on +44 (0) 1932 783552

 Great Businesses with Great Brands Choose Great Bear 

Great Bear is a leading UK ambient 3PL business providing nationwide contract logistics and supply chain management services to a wide range of companies.

As an ambient logistics business, Great Bear manage in excess of 8 million sq. ft. of warehousing and operate a large modern commercial vehicle fleet, coupled with an extensive added value service offering. The business has the ability to collect from ports, handling all devanning and palletisation of container stock and can also arrange export shipments and the associated paperwork. 

Great Bear’s scale and capability as a leading logistics provider allows them to meet the requirements of their customers and those of their customers day in, day out. 

Great Bear has built a reputation within the industry by fostering long-term relationships that are based on the core principal of customer service excellence. By collaborating closely with their clients and developing a deep understanding of their requirements, both operationally and strategically; this, along with their passion for development and innovation ensures both Great Bear and its customers remain at the forefront.

Great Bear has substantial and proven start-up and change management expertise, having managed large scale warehouse design and build and network change projects for its customers. The business has proven time and again that in choosing Great Bear, customers get the capabilities and sophistication of a big operator but with the focus and attention of a smaller more boutique service provider. 

Great Bear is part of Culina Group. Culina Group is the market-leading UK based food and drink logistics provider across the chilled and ambient temperature ranges, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing and a series of value added solutions. 

Culina Group entered the food and drink logistics arena in 1994, beginning as a modest single site operation with a year one turnover of £7m. However, a responsible growth strategy has seen the company develop an enviable network spanning the UK and Ireland, while it now presents an impressive £650m+ turnover and operates 60+ sites, many of which are near to UK Ports. 

Culina Group is proud to work with some of the world’s leading brands and manufacturers, plus a multitude of own-label producers and developing companies. Importantly, Culina Group’s strategic focus is on food and drink logistics within a shared-user environment, which is driven by volume and critical mass. This ultimately delivers an efficient and cost effective solution for clients. 

Culina Group is committed to future proofing its business by investing in its people, network, systems, sector and the environment, which will ensure it continues to provide clients with a robust supply chain platform that can be trusted to perform in a challenging and dynamic industry.

Contact Details 

Great Bear Distribution Limited 

Field Lane

Tattenhall

Chester

CH3 9RF 

Tel: 01829 772200

Email: richard.teece@greatbear.co.uk 

Email: michael.pepper@greatbear.co.uk

Email: edward.mills@greatbear.co.uk  

Web: www.greatbear.co.uk

 IMP is a widely renowned and well established UK based company, distributing international brands to the marine, coach building, construction and automation industries.

Our products have been selected for superior quality, performance and style and are consistently fitted to enhance the functionality and comfort aboard the most desirable of marinecraft, high profile vehicles, homes and hotels.

Through continual development with both customers and manufacturers, IMP is able to lead in new product development, provide an effective supply system and meet the growing needs of its customers.

IMP believes that its success is the result of the value it places on customer relations, the quality and completeness of its product range and the commitment and enthusiasm to providing the very best in product solutions.

From our base in Southwest Scotland, we operate our fleet of Mobile Cranes, Timber Haulage Vehicles, Timber Handling Vehicles and Port Handling Equipment for clients in the UK and across Europe.

For further details contact John Scott or Neil Stoddard +44(0)1292 262 050  visit www.jstservices.co.uk 

From our base in Southwest Scotland, we operate our fleet of Mobile Cranes,Timber Haulage Vehicles, Timber Handling Vehicles and Port Handling Equipment for clients in the UK and across Europe.

Navigator Terminals is an independent bulk liquid storage provider with over 1.28 million cubic metres of storage available. We operate four terminals, each strategically located in major UK ports and serving key demand centres within the UK.

The Thames facility is the largest bulk liquid storage petroleum terminal in the UK.  The terminal has more than 64 dedicated road loading points, including fully automated bottom loading facilities and remote ordering and access to the site.

•           Capacity – 378,000 cbm (Across 86 Tanks) 

•           Access – Vessel and Truck

•           Berths – 3 Vessels Draft 10.5m

•           Products – Petroleum products, Bitumen and Avgas 

Services – Blending, heating, Lab on site, Dedicated systems, weighing, Nitrogen blanketing, additives, marking and dyeing, vapour recovery unit, road tanker parking and full automated truck loading.

Peterson UK has provided integrated logistics & Decommissioning services to the world’s leading players in the oil and gas exploration and production industry since 1968.Our in-depth knowledge and experience covers all aspects of the supply chain in many industries including agriculture, energy, forestry, sustainability and textiles. Upholding our integrity is paramount to Peterson and Control Union. 
It is proud to deliver cost-effective and innovative offshore solutions that meet the highest possible standards of safety to man and the environment.

For further information contact James Leask on 01595 694242 or visit www.petersonsbs.com

Rix Sea Shuttle provides a premium shuttle service from the coast of the UK to offshore wind farms for a range of blue-chip clients. Our high specification boats combined with 140 years of shipping experience and deep local knowledge puts us in the ideal position to transport your technicians to and from the wind farms.

Rix Sea Shuttle is a family-run business that understands the importance of looking after your technicians. Our knowledgeable crew works hard to keep your team happy, secure and on time all the time. We hold accreditations for ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 so you can be assured you’re in safe hands.

For further information contact Nick Allen on 01482 338833 or visit www.rixseashuttle.co.uk

Rix Shipping (Scotland) Ltd for all your shipping requirements.

Leading company of Shipbrokers - Stevedores Forwarding Agents, Haulage Contractors, Warehouse owners & Bunkerers

For further information contact Mark Cessford on 01674 672827 or visit www.rixshipping.co.uk

Seabridge has its core competencies in Overnight Express Groupage and Full Load Freight to and from the island of Ireland.  We are an Irish Company with offices in Belfast, Cork, Dublin, St. Helen's / Manchester and London / Heathrow and operate scheduled logistics services to and from all five locations.   

Seabridge has a dedicated fleet of satellite tracked equipment and five warehouse locations. Seabridge has total control over the entire process and offers a guaranteed quality logistics service, with scheduled departures and arrivals. 

Seabridge operates European Trailer Services, Bulk Chemical Tanker Service, Freight Forwarding Worldwide, Warehousing, Ocean Freights Service and World Air Freight Service.

 For further information contact J Colton on +44(0)1744 762660 or visit www.seabridge.ie

Seatruck was established in 1996 to meet the Irish Sea transportation needs of the haulage industry. It started with just one vessel, dedicated to filling a gap in the market for a freight operation serving Ireland. Specialising in the growing unaccompanied market, Seatruck’s established route structure provides an independent alternative for haulage operators wanting an economical and reliable service across the Irish Sea.

For further information please contact 01524 855 377or visit www.seatruckferries.com

Ships Agents, Shipbrokers, Shipping and Forwarding/Logistics people worldwide.rnInternational shipping expertise throughout the UK

Thor Shipping & Transport (TST) is pleased to announce in co-operation with Sun Lines successful continuation of weekly short sea service From Antwerp and Velsen to the Sweden East coast, deploying the MV Odin & MV Frej.

With a guaranteed weekly departure on Thursdays (Antwerp) and Fridays (Velsen) arriving in Södertälje (Mondays) and Västerås (Tuesdays). 

The total roundtrip will be Antwerp, Velsen, Södertälje, Västerås, Oxelosund& Hull. 

 At Antwerp the ASI terminal will be called and in Velsen the MEO terminal.    

Thor Shipping and Transport  

The Thor Group is a specialized, international provider of integrated logistics service and we provide support to trade and industry in the following areas: 

·         Land transport  

·         Sea transport  

·         Logistics  

TST Amsterdam, Antwerp, Durban, Johannesburg and Västerås are companies active in Logistics. Together we serve the needs of manufacturing companies providing full-service, seamless solutions to the complexities of supply chain management and assisting clients to achieve a greater return on assets. Whatever your needs, our empowered employee-owners are ready to put our ISO certified methods to work for you.

For further information contact Thomas Bryan on +44(0)1482 718111or visit www.thorshipping.com