Business Details
Specialist Freight Forwarding & Transport Solutions
Monaghan Freight is a family-owned specialist transport company based in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, with a proven track record in logistics and freight solutions. Our core values centre on delivering professional, end-to-end services tailored to complex logistical challenges across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Utilising a comprehensive fleet of specialist vehicles and lifting equipment, we cater to the transportation of machinery, abnormal loads, and oversized cargo with precision and safety. Our in-house team manages permits, pilot car coordination, and customs documentation, ensuring seamless execution for high-profile projects.With a dedicated shipping division near Heathrow, we provide global containerised, breakbulk, and RORO cargo solutions, underpinned by decades of combined experience from our leadership team. Our approach combines technical expertise, operational agility, and a client-focused ethos to transform freight movement into a streamlined, cost-effective process. We prioritise innovation through adaptive operating procedures while maintaining the personal touch that defines our relationships with clients and partners.
Services
Freight Forwarding
Specialist Transport
Warehousing
Project Cargo
Global Shipping
Permits Coordination
Abnormal Load Transport
Highlights and features
- Utilise a comprehensive fleet of specialist vehicles and lifting equipment
- Manage permits, pilot cars, and customs documentation in-house
- Offer Heathrow-based global shipping expertise for containerised and breakbulk cargo
- Combine decades of leadership experience with adaptive operational procedures
- Deliver end-to-end project cargo solutions including lashing, securing, and documentation
Services
Freight Forwarding
We provide comprehensive freight forwarding solutions for small parcel shipments to large-scale machinery transport. Our service includes route planning, carrier coordination, and customs compliance for air, sea, and land freight. With global contacts and specialist knowledge, we ensure timely, secure delivery of goods between the UK and international destinations.
Specialist Transport
Our specialist transport division handles machinery, abnormal loads, and oversized cargo across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The service includes route surveying, permit acquisition, pilot car coordination, and customised load securing. We use heavy-duty trailers and experienced drivers to move challenging consignments safely and efficiently.
Project Cargo
We manage complete project cargo logistics from initial planning to final delivery. Services cover equipment procurement, multimodal transport, customs clearance, and on-site coordination. Our Heathrow-based shipping team and Northern Ireland fleet work together to handle lashing, lifting, and documentation for complex industrial projects.
Warehousing
We offer secure warehousing and storage facilities across Ireland with craneage, gantry lifts, and forklift access. The service includes short-term inventory management, long-term storage, and loading/unloading support for heavy machinery and fragile cargo. Our facilities maintain strict security protocols and climate control for sensitive shipments.
Global Shipping
Our global shipping team handles containerised, breakbulk, and RORO cargo to destinations worldwide. Based near Heathrow, we coordinate vessel space, customs documentation, and delivery logistics. The service supports businesses requiring regular international shipments or one-off large-volume transports with flexible scheduling and real-time tracking.
People
Stephen Monaghan
Managing Director
Stephen leads Monaghan Freight's daily operations and long-term strategy. With extensive industry experience, he focuses on fleet development, project organisation, and team building. His background in transport operations and passion for logistics innovation drive the company's growth.
Dermot Monaghan
Managing Director
Dermot oversees fleet maintenance and development, applying his construction industry expertise to logistics solutions. He collaborates with Stephen to implement growth strategies while ensuring technical excellence in vehicle operations and infrastructure management.
Karen Greaves
Office Manager
Karen manages office operations and team coordination, bringing organisational expertise from outside the transport sector. She ensures smooth administrative processes while maintaining the company's client-focused service standards through efficient communication and workflow management.
Wilson Cunningham
Customs & Permits Specialist
Wilson handles permit applications, customs documentation, and driver coordination. His transport industry knowledge and attention to regulatory detail support the smooth movement of abnormal loads. He provides critical compliance support for cross-border and international shipments.
Jay Siani
Shipping and Project Development
Jay leads shipping operations from our Heathrow base, managing global containerised and breakbulk cargo. Her project cargo expertise develops innovative logistics solutions for complex international shipments, combining industry experience with strategic supplier partnerships to expand service capabilities.
Questions
What specialist freight services do you offer?
We transport machinery, abnormal loads, and oversized cargo across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Our services include route permitting, pilot car coordination, and international shipping solutions.
How do you handle international shipments?
Our Heathrow-based shipping team manages global containerised, breakbulk, and RORO cargo. We coordinate vessel space, customs documentation, and last-mile delivery for worldwide destinations.
What areas do you cover for land transport?
We specialise in UK, Ireland, and European routes, with regular cross-border movements for industrial equipment and oversized consignments.
Can you manage complete logistics projects?
Yes, we offer end-to-end project cargo management including procurement, multimodal transport, customs clearance, and on-site coordination for complex industrial requirements.
What equipment do you use for heavy loads?
Our fleet includes extendable low-beds, modular trailers, and high-capacity semis with remote steering, covering loads from 3.5 tonnes up to 148-tonne capacity vehicles.
