Our Services
End-to-end trade solutions for global markets
Core Services
From documentation to delivery, we manage every stage of your international shipment.
🌍 Import & Export Management
We handle the full lifecycle of import and export transactions — from initial supplier coordination and commercial documentation to certificates of origin, letters of credit, and regulatory compliance across all destination markets. Our team ensures that every shipment meets the legal and documentary requirements of both the exporting and importing countries, reducing the risk of delays, penalties, or border holds. We work with clients in manufacturing, retail, agriculture, and consumer goods, tailoring our approach to the specific commodity and corridor.
✈ Freight Forwarding
GlobalVan Trade offers multimodal freight forwarding across sea, air, and road networks, with established carrier partnerships on all major global trade lanes. We offer both full container load (FCL) and less-than-container load (LCL) sea freight, as well as time-sensitive air freight for high-value or perishable cargo. Our cargo consolidation service allows smaller shipments to benefit from competitive rates typically reserved for larger volumes. Clients receive shipment tracking visibility from point of origin to final delivery, with a dedicated operations contact throughout transit.
📋 Customs Clearance
Our licensed customs agents manage all UK and EU customs declarations, ensuring accuracy in tariff classification, valuation, and duty calculation. We hold UK Customs Comprehensive Guarantee status and work with clients to identify duty relief schemes, customs warehousing opportunities, and preference certificate eligibility that can significantly reduce landed costs. Whether you're importing finished goods, raw materials, or temporarily importing items for processing, our compliance team handles the detail so you don't have to.
Additional Services
Supporting your broader trade and supply chain needs.
Trade Finance Assistance
We work with trusted financial partners to help clients access letters of credit, trade finance facilities, and currency risk management tools suited to international transactions.
Warehousing & Distribution
Short and medium-term bonded warehousing solutions near major UK ports, with pick-and-pack and last-mile distribution services available for B2B and e-commerce clients.
Compliance Consulting
Dedicated advisory service for businesses reviewing their import/export procedures, tariff classifications, or customs authorisation status — including HMRC audit preparation.
How It Works
A straightforward process, from first contact to final delivery.
Initial Consultation
We discuss your cargo, trade lanes, volumes, and specific requirements to understand exactly what you need.
Route & Compliance Planning
Our team identifies the optimal routing, carrier selection, and confirms all applicable customs and regulatory requirements.
Shipment Execution
We coordinate with carriers, handle documentation, and manage customs clearance at origin and destination on your behalf.
Delivery & Documentation
Your goods arrive on time with complete documentation — proof of delivery, customs entries, and all supporting records.
Need a quote?
Contact our team today and we'll respond within one business day with a tailored proposal.
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