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Grange Shipping Ltd
Ordnance House, 1 Garrison Lane,
Felixstowe, Suffolk
IP11 7SH
United Kingdom
European Road
Freight
Our European road freight service offers a flexible and reliable solution for moving goods between the UK and mainland Europe. As an independent freight forwarder operating from Felixstowe since 1979, Grange Shipping provides tailored European road freight services for imports and exports across the continent.
Working with an established network of approved European partners, we source the most efficient routes and vehicle options, while managing customs formalities and cross-border requirements to ensure your cargo moves smoothly from origin to destination.
Service details
UK - Europe Road Freight Services
We arrange road freight movements between the UK and Europe, covering key trading routes across Western, Central and Southern Europe. Whether importing or exporting, we provide dependable, well-planned transport solutions.
Full Load, Part Load & Groupage
Our European road freight services include full trailer loads, part loads and groupage shipments, allowing you to move freight efficiently regardless of volume or frequency.
Independent Route & Carrier Selection
As an independent forwarder, we search the market to identify the most suitable route and carrier for each shipment — balancing cost, transit time and reliability rather than relying on fixed schedules or single operators.
Dedicated Account Management
Every European road freight shipment is managed by a dedicated account manager, providing consistent communication and oversight from booking through to final delivery.
Wide Range of Vehicle Types
We source the appropriate equipment for each movement, including curtain-sided trailers, euroliners, mega trailers, flatbeds, tail-lift vehicles and dedicated vans for urgent or specialist shipments.
Time-Critical & Express Services
For urgent European movements, we offer express road freight services, including dedicated vehicles capable of collecting and departing at short notice — ideal for smaller consignments or time-sensitive cargo.
Customs Clearance & Border Formalities
We can manage customs documentation and clearance for UK–EU movements, ensuring compliance with post-Brexit requirements and reducing the risk of border delays.
Specialist & Abnormal Loads
Our network supports specialist and abnormal load movements across Europe, with experienced operators who understand route planning, permits and compliance across multiple countries.
Secure & Compliant Transport
We work exclusively with approved European partners to ensure your goods are handled securely and in compliance with local and international transport regulations.
Integrated European Logistics Solutions
European road freight can be combined with customs clearance, UK and EU warehousing, sea freight or air freight services — providing a seamless, end-to-end logistics solution with one point of contact.
Trailers
- Full Load / Part Load / Groupage / Abnormal Load movements
- Curtain / Euroliner Trailers
- Mega Trailers
- Flatbed Trailers
Your European Road Freight Contacts
Wendy Pearson
With over 15 years in logistics, Wendy has a deep knowlege of road freight and heads up our Road Freight department at Grange. Wendy will be your contact throughout the movement of your freight.
Contact Wendy
Wendy Pearson
With over 15 years in logistics, Wendy has a deep knowlege of road freight and heads up our Road Freight department at Grange. Wendy will be your contact throughout the movement of your freight.
Contact Wendy
European Road Freight FAQs
1. Which European countries do you serve?
We provide European road freight services across Western, Central and Southern Europe, including frequent movements to countries such as France, Italy, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and Belgium.
2. Do you offer both import and export services?
Yes. We manage European road freight for both imports into the UK and exports from the UK to Europe, handling transport and customs requirements in both directions.
3. Can you handle post-Brexit customs requirements?
Absolutely. We manage the necessary customs documentation and clearance for UK–EU movements, helping customers navigate post-Brexit processes smoothly.
4. What types of European road freight do you offer?
We provide full load (FTL), part load (LTL), groupage, and dedicated vehicle services. Solutions are tailored to your shipment size, urgency, and routing requirements.
5. How quickly can European road freight be arranged?
In many cases, collection and departure can be arranged within hours of confirmation—particularly for express or dedicated vehicle services, subject to availability.
6. Can you handle time-critical or express shipments?
Yes. We offer express European road freight using dedicated vehicles, ensuring fast, reliable delivery for urgent or high-priority consignments.
7. Do you handle specialist or abnormal loads?
Yes. We coordinate specialist and abnormal load movements across Europe, working with experienced partners to ensure safe, compliant transport.
8. Can European road freight be combined with other services?
Yes. Our European road freight services can be seamlessly integrated with customs clearance, UK and EU warehousing, container haulage, sea freight, and air freight—providing a fully coordinated end-to-end logistics solution.
Complementary Services
Customs Clearance
Customs clearance is managed by our expert team, handling all documentation and compliance so your goods move through borders smoothly.
Find out moreWarehousing
Warehousing provides secure, efficient storage. Ideal for short- or long-term needs, it keeps your inventory organised and ready for onward distribution whenever you need it.
Find out moreEUR1 / Certificates of Origin
EUR1 certificates and Certificates of Origin are handled by our knowledgeable team, ensuring your paperwork is correctly prepared and compliant.
Find out moreLegalised Invoices
prepared and processed by our specialist team, our legalised invoices service ensures your documents meet all official requirements.
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