Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Export Packaging & Freight Solutions Tamworth
Established in 1956, we are a family-owned business with three generations of leadership in the export packing industry. Our expertise spans bespoke case manufacturing, international export packing, and global freight forwarding, supported by ISO 9001 and MPAS/037 certifications. Our secure 10,000 sq ft facility in Tamworth features 20-tonne overhead cranes, temperature-controlled military packing zones, and dedicated container loading capabilities. With a fleet of owned vehicles and trained drivers, we handle goods from sectors including Aerospace, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, and Defence. Our team's 60+ years of experience ensures compliance with ISPM15 timber regulations and MOD standards for military shipments.We specialise in tropical packaging, dangerous goods handling, and on-site packing for machinery dismantling projects worldwide. Trusted by leading UK manufacturers, we provide end-to-end logistics solutions from packing to door-to-door delivery. Our environmental commitment includes 100% green electricity usage and ISPM15-compliant heat-treated timber. Operating across Europe, Africa, Americas, Asia, and Australasia, we combine heritage with innovation in packaging technology. As industry pioneers, we continue setting benchmarks for quality and reliability in global cargo protection.
Services
Case Manufacturing
Export Packaging
Freight Forwarding
Military Packaging
Dangerous Goods Packing
Tropical Packaging
On-site Packing
Container Loading
Preservation Techniques
Custom Crating
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We have 60+ years' experience in international export packing solutions
- Third-generation family leadership with specialist industry knowledge
- Certified to ISO 9001 quality and MPAS/037 military packaging standards
- Operate a secure 10,000 sq ft facility with 20-tonne overhead cranes
- Handle complex shipments across 12 major industrial sectors globally
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- MPAS/037
- ISPM15
- ISO 14001
Services
Case Manufacturing
We produce made-to-measure wooden cases, fibreboard containers, and timber pallets meeting international shipping standards. Our ISPM15-compliant timber undergoes heat treatment and official stamping for global customs compliance. Capable of handling single units to bulk orders for industrial clients across multiple sectors.
Export Packaging
Specialist packing solutions safeguarding goods during sea, air, and road transport worldwide. We implement MOD-approved preservation methods for military equipment and UN-certified packaging for dangerous goods. Our temperature-controlled facility ensures compliance with tropical and sensitive cargo requirements.
Freight Forwarding
Door-to-door freight management covering European trailer movements and global ocean/air freight. Through trusted international partners, we coordinate multi-modal transport from packing to final delivery. Services include customs documentation, cargo tracking, and consolidated shipments for cost efficiency.
Military Packaging
MoD-certified packaging solutions meeting rigorous defence transport specifications. Our MPAS/037 accreditation enables in-house approval of military packing schemes. We handle sensitive equipment including communications systems, weapons components, and vehicle parts requiring MIL-STD-2073 compliance.
On-site Packing
Dedicated team providing packing and loading services at client locations nationwide. Specialising in heavy machinery protection for international relocation projects. Recent assignments include vacuum furnaces, production lines, and bespoke equipment requiring disassembly and reconsignment.
Questions
What export packing certifications do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 quality certification and MPAS/037 approval from the Ministry of Defence for military packaging. All timber packaging complies with ISPM15 phytosanitary regulations through heat treatment and official stamping.
Can you handle dangerous goods packaging?
Yes, we're certified to pack Class 3-9 dangerous goods to IMDG/ADR regulations. Our specialists create UN-certified packaging solutions for chemicals, flammable materials, and hazardous substances requiring marine pollutant compliance.
Do you offer on-site packing services?
We provide full on-site packing across the UK, including machinery dismantling, protective wrapping, and container loading. Our team recently completed a 35-tonne vacuum furnace shipment to Indonesia from an Essex facility.
What industries do you serve?
We support 12 key sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Energy, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Rail, Telecommunications, and Pharmaceutical industries. Clients include major manufacturers requiring bespoke export solutions.
How do you ensure global shipment compliance?
Our packing processes meet international standards for customs clearance. This includes ISPM15-compliant timber, MOD-approved military packaging, and temperature-controlled solutions for tropical regions. We handle all necessary documentation for global destinations.
What freight forwarding services are available?
We offer full container load (FCL) and less-than-container load (LCL) solutions, European road freight, and air freight services. Through global partners, we coordinate door-to-door deliveries with real-time cargo tracking capabilities.
