Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in Bradford
Andante Freight has been a trusted name in freight forwarding since 1994, specialising in sea, road, and air freight services. Established in Bradford by Roger Carrington and Julian Steel, we have grown into a leading consolidator of groupage cargo with a strong presence in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Far East markets. As part of the EFS Global Group since 2022, we combine decades of expertise with a global network to deliver efficient, safe, and cost-effective logistics solutions.Our DGSA-certified team handles hazardous goods, while our 15,000 sq ft warehouse and 24/7 loading facilities ensure seamless operations. With low staff turnover and strategic partnerships, we provide consistent, personalised service to clients ranging from small businesses to multinational corporations.
Services
Sea Freight
Road Freight
Air Freight
Container Shipping
Dangerous Goods Handling
Customs Clearance
Warehousing
Groupage Services
Full Container Load
Less Container Load
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of experience in freight forwarding
- We are DGSA-certified for handling hazardous goods
- Our 15,000 sq ft warehouse enables secure 24/7 storage
- Strategic EFS Global partnerships ensure worldwide coverage
- Low staff turnover guarantees consistent, expert service
Associations and certifications
- Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce
What people say
Fantastic load you
Friendly and efficient
Very friendly and attentive
Services
Sea Freight
We offer weekly LCL and FCL sea freight services to Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Far East destinations. Our NVOCC status enables cost-effective routing via optimal ports while maintaining fast transit times. Specialised handling for out-of-gauge, refrigerated containers, and vehicle shipping ensures comprehensive solutions for diverse cargo requirements.
Road Freight
Our road haulage covers Greece, Bulgaria, Turkey, and extended European routes with groupage, FTL, and LTL options. DGSA-certified handling of hazardous goods combined with temperature-controlled transport meets strict regulatory standards. Strategic warehouse access in Bradford enables efficient loading and real-time cargo tracking.
Air Freight
Fast-track air freight services include customs clearance and door-to-door delivery worldwide. Our partnerships with major airlines guarantee competitive rates and priority handling. Dangerous goods transportation is supported by in-house DGSA expertise, with full compliance documentation for international shipments.
Customs Clearance
We manage full customs documentation for sea, road, and air freight under current Incoterms. Our team ensures adherence to IMDG codes for dangerous goods and provides CMR consignment notes. Expertise in letters of credit and bill of lading preparation streamlines international trade processes.
Warehousing
Secure 15,000 sq ft warehouse facilities offer short and long-term storage with 24/7 access. Services include cargo marking, photography, weighing, and basic packing. Strategic location above our Bradford offices enables rapid response to inventory queries and reduces transport costs through consolidated shipments.
Questions
What freight services do you offer?
We provide sea, road, and air freight services with specialisations in container shipping, dangerous goods handling, and customs clearance across global routes.
Are you certified for hazardous cargo transport?
Yes, we employ an in-house DGSA-certified Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser for compliant hazardous materials handling.
How quickly can you handle urgent shipments?
Our 24/7 warehouse operations and same-day services enable rapid processing of time-sensitive freight requirements.
Do you offer storage solutions?
Yes, our 15,000 sq ft secure warehouse provides short and long-term storage with integrated logistics support.
What areas do you serve?
We operate UK-wide with global reach covering Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Indian Subcontinent, and Far East destinations.
