Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner Since 1956
Established in 1956, our company was founded by Richard Howard, a former soldier who rebuilt his family's freight forwarding legacy in the UK after World War II. We combine over six decades of industry expertise with modern technological advancements to deliver tailored logistics solutions. Our family-owned business prioritises client needs through reliable, cost-effective services spanning seafreight, airfreight, roadfreight, and export packing.We distinguish ourselves by taking full responsibility for resolving operational challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to supply chains. With a global partner network and a commitment to traditional values of integrity and service, we provide comprehensive freight forwarding expertise to businesses worldwide.
Services
Seafreight
Airfreight
Roadfreight
Export Packing
Hazardous Cargo
Temperature Controlled
Customs Clearance
Warehousing
Container Loading
Devanning
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- Family-owned business operating since 1956 with global logistics expertise
- Extensive international partner network developed over 60+ years
- We take full responsibility for resolving supply chain disruptions
- Combines modern technology with traditional values of reliability
- Offers comprehensive services including hazardous cargo transportation
Services
Seafreight
Howard Shipping provides comprehensive seafreight services with a global partner network developed over 60 years. We handle full container loads, less than container loads, hazardous cargo, and project shipments. Our services include documentation preparation, customs clearance, warehousing, and temperature-controlled transportation, ensuring reliable worldwide delivery for import, export, and cross-trade requirements.
Airfreight
Our airfreight solutions offer time-critical transportation with daily departures and consolidated services. We manage door-to-door and airport-to-airport shipments, including hazardous cargo, air courier services, and aircraft charter. With customs clearance expertise and cargo insurance options, our airfreight services ensure timely delivery for urgent international shipping needs.
Roadfreight
We offer domestic and international roadfreight services with full load, part load, and express delivery options. Our fleet handles abnormal loads, temperature-controlled shipments, and hostile territory movements. Specialised vehicles for self-loading and hazardous cargo transportation ensure comprehensive road logistics solutions across Europe and beyond.
Export Packing
Through our subsidiary Showell Packing Ltd, we provide bespoke ISPM15-compliant packaging solutions. Our services include custom crates, pallets, and hazardous material packing. On-site packing teams and secure facilities ensure goods arrive undamaged, with temperature-controlled storage and container loading services supporting global shipping requirements.
Customs Clearance
Our customs clearance services streamline international freight movement with accurate documentation preparation. We handle all consular requirements, import/export declarations, and regulatory compliance checks. This expertise minimises delays and ensures smooth cross-border transportation for seafreight, airfreight, and roadfreight shipments.
Questions
What freight services does Howard Shipping offer?
We provide comprehensive seafreight, airfreight, roadfreight, and export packing services, including hazardous cargo transportation and customs clearance solutions.
How long has Howard Shipping been in business?
Our company has operated since 1956, with freight forwarding expertise spanning three generations of family ownership.
Do you handle international shipments?
Yes, we offer global logistics solutions with an international partner network developed over 60 years of trading.
What special cargo requirements can you accommodate?
We handle hazardous materials, temperature-controlled shipments, abnormal loads, and hostile territory movements across all transport modes.
How do you ensure shipment safety?
Through ISPM15-compliant packaging, secure warehousing, professional container loading, and comprehensive cargo insurance options.
Can you assist with customs documentation?
Yes, we prepare all required consular and shipping documentation and provide expert customs clearance services for all freight types.
