Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner in Ipswich
Established in 2006, Coastal Global Logistics has grown into a market leader in waste export logistics while maintaining a personal service ethos. Our company collaborates with global container lines and airlines to deliver tailored solutions across air freight, sea freight, warehousing, and customs clearance. We prioritise understanding client needs to ensure cost-effective, budget-conscious logistics management. Every consignment is supervised by dedicated freight professionals, combining 20+ years of industry expertise with a commitment to exceptional service. Our loyal customer base, including international electronics manufacturers and waste management firms, attests to our strategic partnership approach.With a high-calibre team and long-standing industry relationships, we provide end-to-end logistics solutions backed by experience in shipping, haulage, and customs compliance. Our Felixstowe-based warehouse offers 106,000 sq ft of secure storage supported by advanced tracking systems. Directors Martin Smith, Peter Vincent, and Dan Humphries lead financial, operational, and client relationship management with decades of combined logistics expertise.
Services
Sea Freight
Air Freight
Distribution
Warehousing
Customs Clearance
Secondary Commodity Exports
Cross-Trade Movements
Pallet Distribution
Heavy Lift Equipment
Bonded Warehouse
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in international logistics.
- Our dedicated team oversees every consignment from start to finish.
- We maintain long-standing partnerships with global carriers and ports.
- Our Felixstowe warehouse offers 106,000 sq ft of secure storage.
- We handle shipments of all sizes, from single pallets to chartered vessels.
What people say
Highest levels of customer service
Excellent support
Strategic logistics partner
Solid reliable supplier
Experts in their field
Services
Sea Freight
Our sea freight service offers full-container and part-container solutions globally. With partnerships spanning major shipping lines, we manage LCL/FCL shipments from documentation to delivery. Competitive pricing and real-time tracking ensure cost efficiency and transparency for importers and exporters.
Warehousing
Secure 106,000 sq ft warehousing at Felixstowe port includes bonded storage, heavy lift equipment, and 24/7 CCTV. Computerised inventory systems enable precise stock management with next-day dispatch options for time-sensitive consignments.
Customs Clearance
Experienced agents handle import/export declarations at major UK ports. Services include duty management, product classification, and CFSP compliance. Integrated with freight services for single-point logistics coordination.
Distribution
Nationwide road distribution using 7.5-44 tonne vehicles with traffic management systems. Next-day delivery network covers palletised and bulk cargo, supported by electronic proof-of-delivery tracking.
Secondary Commodity Exports
Specialist waste export solutions with contracted haulage and carrier partnerships. Services include same-day bill of lading processing, Letter of Credit compliance, and end-to-end shipment visibility for recyclables and secondary materials.
People
Martin Smith
Director
With over 20 years in logistics, Martin oversees financial strategy after roles at major shipping lines. His expertise in business development ensures CGL's fiscal health and operational efficiency.
Peter Vincent
Director
Peter manages export operations with two decades of experience at OOCL and MSC. Recognised for waste export market expertise, he maintains carrier relationships ensuring flexible service options.
Dan Humphries
Director
Dan leads daily operations with 15+ years in logistics and an MBA in business development. His focus on client relationships has driven CGL's reputation for exceptional service since 2006.
Questions
What logistics services does Coastal Global Logistics offer?
We provide sea freight, air freight, road distribution, warehousing, customs clearance, and specialist secondary commodity export services with global reach.
How does CGL handle large-volume shipments?
We manage bulk cargo using 44-tonne articulated lorries and chartered vessels, supported by real-time tracking systems for complete shipment visibility.
Are customs services included with freight shipments?
Yes, we integrate customs brokerage with freight services, handling declarations, duty management, and compliance documentation at UK ports and airports.
What warehouse facilities are available?
Our Felixstowe facility offers 106,000 sq ft of racked storage with bonded warehouses, heavy lift equipment, and 24/7 security CCTV monitoring.
How experienced is the CGL team?
Directors have 15-20 years' logistics experience across shipping lines and freight forwarders, supported by staff with expertise in haulage, warehousing, and customs compliance.
