512

At 512, we understand that it is actually the needs of YOUR client which determines what WE do - but it is how we deliver all options to YOU which makes us unique in the extraordinary world of trade! Together, our aim is to keep your client coming back to you and hopefully you to us! We would like to be your 1st choice provider for Export and Import services. Our company ethos is to have fun, to achieve ever higher standards, and make a difference.

Our History

It all began in 1988 in a portacabin at the bottom of an airport runway. Just two of us, and yes, the portacabin really did have pink curtains with clouds on! You will see some of these throughout this website. We specialised in providing Wholesale Airfreight Brokerage services to our clients. Armed only with a GBP 600 Amstrad computer (20 meg, which we never actually filled) and a bit of home programming together with 3 dot matrix printers and a zest for life and true enjoyment of helping others, we thought we were the bee's knees. Looking back, it really was exciting, particularly when a plane took off and provided sound effects when you were on the phone!

Going from strength to strength and growing fast, we moved the following year (1989) into purpose-built offices actually on the airport - now employing some 8 people, but we still had the Amstrad (and still hadn't filled it!) Today, we have grown to become one of the UK's leading freight forwarders, with offices in Sheffield, Doncaster, Wakefield, Manchester, and Nottingham. Our expert exporting team has shipped everything from dinosaurs to dongles, always on hand to solve your shipment challenges. Need 600 pallets shifting in a few days? We've done it all.

Our Services

At 512, we offer a comprehensive range of freight services designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our services include Road Freight and Handling, Airfreight Services, Cross Trade Management, Ocean Freight Services, Warehousing and Distribution, Courier Services, and Customs Brokerage. Whether you need to move goods across the country or around the world, we have the expertise and resources to get the job done efficiently and effectively.

With our dedicated 14,000 sq ft warehouse called SH-I-F-T (Sheffield International Freight Terminal), we can store and distribute almost anything your company requires. From small parcels to large shipments, we are equipped to handle it all. Our team of experts is always on hand to provide personalized support and guidance every step of the way.

Our Commitment to Excellence

At 512, we are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and build long-term relationships based on trust, reliability, and expertise. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to changing circumstances and provide innovative solutions to complex shipping challenges. With our state-of-the-art technology and experienced staff, we are confident that we can meet the evolving needs of your business.