Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Global Freight Forwarding & Export Packing Experts
Established in 1914, JK Francis & Son Ltd has built an unparalleled reputation as a leader in export packing, dangerous goods handling, and freight forwarding. With over a century of expertise, we specialise in crafting ISPM15-compliant wooden packaging solutions, including bespoke cases, crates, and pallets, while offering comprehensive global logistics services. Our team of certified professionals delivers tailored solutions for air, sea, and road freight, ensuring the safe transportation of goods ranging from delicate antiques to heavy industrial machinery. As founding members of Timcon and FSC-accredited case makers, we combine technical excellence with sustainable practices, utilising renewable timber sources and recyclable materials. Our strategic Midlands location near Birmingham International Airport positions us as a hub for international trade, supported by a worldwide network of trusted partners.We pride ourselves on providing end-to-end servicesfrom collection and custom packing to documentation and deliverywhile maintaining a 98% customer retention rate through unwavering commitment to quality and reliability. Our 40-year track record in dangerous goods packaging, including IATA and IMDG-certified operations, ensures compliance with the strictest international regulations. With a fleet of specialist equipment and a focus on innovation, we handle oversized, high-value, and hazardous cargo with precision. Our investment in staff training and technology guarantees real-time tracking and 24/7 client support, making us the preferred partner for businesses seeking seamless global logistics solutions.
Services
Export Packing
Dangerous Goods Handling
Freight Forwarding
Case Manufacturing
Pallet Production
Details
- Year established: 1914
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of expertise in export packing and logistics
- ISPM15-compliant wooden packaging solutions
- Global network of trusted freight partners
- Eco-conscious manufacturing with renewable materials
- Certified dangerous goods packing specialists (IATA/IMDG)
Associations and certifications
- FSC
- Timcon
What people say
Impeccable service
Personal touch
Expert dangerous goods handling
Perfect condition arrivals
Competitive rates
Services
Export Packing
Our export packing service provides custom-designed wooden cases and crates that meet ISPM15 phytosanitary standards. We engineer solutions for fragile, oversized, or high-value items, incorporating shock monitoring, waterproofing, and temperature control. Each consignment receives individualised attention to weight distribution, structural strength, and lifting points, ensuring compliance with international shipping regulations while minimising transit risks.
Dangerous Goods Handling
Specialist packing and documentation for classes 1-9 dangerous goods, compliant with IATA and IMDG regulations. Our certified team prepares UN-approved packaging, provides safety data sheets, and arranges global shipments for flammable, corrosive, or toxic materials. We handle explosive, gas, and chemical consignments with dedicated procedures for documentation, labelling, and emergency response preparedness.
Freight Forwarding
Comprehensive air, sea, and road freight services covering door-to-door and port-to-port deliveries. We manage full container loads, part-loads, and out-of-gauge shipments worldwide, including customs clearance and marine insurance. Our network ensures competitive rates for both hazardous and non-hazardous cargo, with real-time tracking and guaranteed delivery windows.
Case Manufacturing
Production of bespoke wooden export cases using kiln-dried timber, available in solid wood, plywood, or OSB variants. Cases feature reinforced lifting points, waterproof linings, and optional vacuum-sealed barrier foils. We design solutions for 1kg to 25-tonne loads, with stencilling options for easy identification and stacking capabilities for efficient containerisation.
Pallet Production
Manufacture of custom pallets tailored to load specifications, offering cost-effective perimeter protection for non-fragile goods. Our designs optimise space utilisation while maintaining structural integrity for multi-modal transport. Options include four-way entry access, load-distribution frameworks, and compatibility with automated handling systems.
Questions
What export packing services do you offer?
We provide ISPM15-compliant wooden cases, crates, and pallets tailored to air, sea, and road freight requirements, including shockproofing, waterproofing, and temperature-controlled solutions.
Can you handle dangerous goods shipments?
Yes, we're certified to pack and document classes 1-9 dangerous goods, offering full compliance with IATA, IMDG, and ADR regulations for global transport.
Do you offer worldwide freight forwarding?
We provide door-to-door freight services to all global destinations via air, sea, and European road freight with competitive rates and full documentation support.
What makes your packaging eco-friendly?
We use FSC-certified timber from renewable sources and recyclable materials throughout our manufacturing processes to minimise environmental impact.
How quickly can you handle urgent shipments?
Our team regularly accommodates last-minute requests, with emergency packing and dispatch services available for time-sensitive consignments.
What industries do you support?
We serve aerospace, automotive, chemical, manufacturing, and antique sectors, handling everything from F1 racing equipment to industrial machinery.
