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Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in Whitby
Whitby Shipping has established itself as a leading freight forwarding and logistics solutions provider with over four decades of management expertise in global shipping operations. Our team specialises in comprehensive maritime services including ships agency, cargo handling, customs clearance, and international freight forwarding. As recognised Norwegian specialists, we leverage preferential rate agreements with major shipping lines and a strategic partnership network to deliver cost-effective transportation solutions between the UK and Norway. Our services extend to deep sea container shipping, hazardous cargo handling, airfreight consolidation, and roll-on/roll-off vehicle transport to destinations worldwide. With operational bases in Whitby and Sandnes, we offer a fully integrated logistics chain from initial documentation to final delivery.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through ISO-standard compliance in documentation processes and 24/7 customer support for urgent shipping requirements. The company maintains strong relationships with Scarborough Borough Council's Port of Whitby, utilising modern facilities capable of handling vessels up to 85 metres in length. Our qualified professionals provide tailored advice on optimal transport routes and modes, ensuring cargo meets delivery deadlines while maintaining cost efficiency. This combination of heritage expertise, strategic partnerships, and modern infrastructure positions us as trusted logistics partners for businesses requiring reliable international freight solutions.
Services
Freight Forwarding
Customs Clearance
Container Shipping
Hazardous Cargo Handling
Vehicle Transport
Airfreight Services
Roll-on/Roll-off Shipping
Port Agency Services
Documentation Management
Express Groupage
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years' freight forwarding expertise with global shipping networks
- Our Norwegian specialist status provides unique route optimisation advantages
- We negotiate preferential rates with major shipping lines for cost efficiency
- We handle hazardous materials and oversized cargo with specialist equipment
- Our 24/7 support ensures continuous logistics solutions for urgent shipments
Services
Freight Forwarding
We provide comprehensive freight forwarding solutions for global cargo transportation. Our services include route optimisation, multimodal shipping options, and customs documentation. With established networks across Scandinavia and worldwide destinations, we handle containerised cargo, breakbulk, and project cargo with specialist equipment and expertise.
Customs Clearance
Our customs clearance service ensures smooth international cargo movement through UK and Norwegian ports. We manage import/export declarations, duty calculations, and regulatory compliance documentation. Experienced staff handle hazardous materials and special cargo requirements while maintaining ISO-standard documentation processes.
Norwegian Specialist
As designated Norwegian specialists, we offer dedicated UK-Norway shipping solutions. Our express groupage service between Newcastle and Stavanger operates weekly with guaranteed transit times. Strategic partnerships in Sandnes enable nationwide Norwegian distribution from our UK hub.
Hazardous Cargo
We specialise in transporting hazardous materials by sea, air, and road. Our IATA-certified staff manage UN-classified dangerous goods with appropriate packaging, documentation, and safety protocols. This service includes emergency response planning and compliance with ADR, IMDG, and ICAO regulations.
Vehicle Transport
Our Ro-Ro shipping service handles commercial vehicles and machinery between UK ports and European destinations. We accommodate both driver-accompanied and unaccompanied shipments with secure storage facilities. Specialised equipment includes heavy-duty ramps and reinforced deck spaces for oversized machinery.
People
Steve Londesbrough
Ship's Agency Contact
With over 25 years in maritime logistics, Steve manages Whitby's port operations and agency services. He coordinates pilotage, berthing, and cargo handling while maintaining council compliance.
Questions
What shipping routes do you specialise in?
We specialise in UK-Norway trade routes with weekly express groupage between Newcastle and Stavanger, plus worldwide freight forwarding through our global shipping line partnerships.
Can you handle hazardous cargo shipments?
Yes, we're certified to handle all classes of dangerous goods by sea, air, and road with appropriate documentation, packaging, and safety protocols.
What port facilities do you use in Whitby?
We operate through Scarborough Borough Council's Port of Whitby, which handles vessels up to 85m with 25-tonne lifting capacity and extensive storage facilities.
Do you offer 24/7 shipping support?
Yes, we provide 24/7 operational support with out-of-hours contact numbers for urgent shipping requirements and vessel arrivals.
How do you ensure customs compliance?
Our trained staff manage full customs documentation, duty calculations, and regulatory compliance for imports and exports across all shipment types.
What vehicle transport options exist?
We offer Ro-Ro shipping for commercial vehicles and machinery between UK ports and European destinations with secure storage and handling facilities.
