SERVICES
At 512 we offer two main services, freight management and custom clearance, to cover the whole supply chain. You have the goods and we have the expertise to fulfil your logistic operations.
Freight Forwarding
We have a strong global distribution network to optimise your supply chain providing practical transport solutions focused on positive results throughout the operation.
The practical solutions we offer enhance logistic efficiencies by creating tailor made services shaped using current and future needs in mind adding value to your business.
Custom Clearance
Our knowledgeable in-house custom team will handle all of the custom procedures on your behalf to efficiently clear your goods.
When you choose a clearance agent, you want to know that all the details are scrutinised. A smooth crossing over international borders is always critical to the timely delivery of a shipment. At 512, you can have no doubt that you are in safe hands.
Our freight solutions to complex problems
We solve your logistic problems by our core services: road, air, sea and courier.
We strive to provide a cost effective, friendly and efficient freight-forwarding solution adding value to your business operation by ensuring detailed and accurate information is available from the point of collection through to the final destination.
Road Freight
The road freight option is the best choice when transporting goods from Europe-UK, UK-Europe and UK-UK when just-in-time delivery is not required. We will take the stress off your shoulders and deal with the cargo irrespective of the shape or size. Our flexible road freight solution made possible by the dedicated 512 team handling all requirements with a personalised and direct service. All aspects of our road freight supply chain are completed
in-house so you can rest easy knowing you are in safe hands.
Brexit note:
This service has changed considerably upon joining with the European Customs Union: speed and cost -effectiveness have gained great importance. The buyers have obtained more options to purchase less stock and consequently, LCL forwarding has greatly increased.
LCL forwarding requires experience and knowledge paired with proficient service and technological advancements, all aspects 512 gives high priority to.
Air Freight
The sky is the limit with our air freight service. As societies become more connected so do logistic operations, and in order to reach these distant corners of the globe we provide air freight solutions to meet your requirements. Air freight forwarding expands daily. The industries in today's competitive market conditions manage their activities with the approach of zero stock and right-on-time production. Being an industry leader, 512 offers a safe and flexible service, at the most competitive price, with scheduled consolidation and back-to-back services, we prepare all documentation, follow up procedures and ship it from door to door on your behalf. We have access to major airline routes to deliver scheduled shipments all across the world, simplifying the process for any business looking to navigate this turbulent environment.
Air Charter Service:
Every second counts in manufacturing supply chains with deadlines looming at alarming rates, therefore efficient freight forwarding is an essential requirement. We specialise in time critical air charters when no other option is plausible delivering your goods just-in-time. As always, we prepare all documentation and solve problems on your behalf simplifying a rather complex and stressful process.
Sea Freight
In the current age, freight forwarding has taken on a new dimension and container forwarding is developing as an important part of combined transportation. You can import or export all your goods from textiles to glassware, furniture to handcrafts, electronic equipment, toys and even ship your factory assembly to and from anywhere in the world.The good news is 512 is here to make the process simpler for you.
You can reach any major port with our worldwide network providing comprehensive FCL, LCL and consolidation services. Whether it is from port-to-port or door-to-door we have you covered with full service transport management.
Courier Service
Courier services are a great way to save time and money for your business. So what does a courier service do for you? A courier service will provide you with door-to-door shipping and delivery of all your packages, letters and other important shipments that your business needs to send or receive. Courier services can be local, regional, or even international, depending on your company's needs. Courier forwarding requires expertise, experience and knowledge paired with a comprehensive system dedicated to book your shipment.
Warehousing
At 512, we offer a full range of warehousing services no matter the location. How do we do this? We tap into our global network of trusted partners to find warehouse space on demand.
Guaranteed spacing
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Custom clearance
512 is a specialist in-house customs broker contributing to the success of your business. We analyse your needs and develop optimal import and export solutions.
Are you a business without specialist in-house customs clearance team? Or are you an individual with occasional import/export consignments to handle? If it's not your specialised area, clearing customs is probably taking up unnecessary hours of your time. Good news, we are here to help. 512 is a specialist customs broker clearing your goods through customs since 1988, our team is comprised of market leaders and experts in the field. Our customs brokerage team provide 24/7 import & export customs declarations at all major UK entry points with full control, flexibility and visibility for your business.
Stock Tracking System
Our specially designed in-house software system (STS) tailored perfectly to our operation provides customers with their shipment information at their fingertips.
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Increased communication
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Streamlined supply chain
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Worldwide access to live data at all times
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Exceptions report
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Door-to-door audit control
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Reporting, analytical and management tools
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Refinement tools for better scheduling
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Reducing unnecessary costs
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Systemise a varied supply chain