Logistics solutions that move your business
Local UK logistics solutions for small and large businesses
If you want to simplify and connect your supply chain, regardless of your industry or key market, choose a local UK logistics company that has years of experience and knows how to help your business grow. At DFDS, we have over 150+ years of logistics expertise with UK-specific operations at ports including Dover, Felixstowe, Immingham, and Southampton.
Our UK network consists of terminals, ferries, rail, road fleet, warehouses, and thanks to our AEO-certified customs services, and ISO certifications, we are able to meet your business’s precise needs, helping you optimise your supply chain, reduce costs, and maintain compliance with HMRC regulations.
Logistics services at a glance
Transportation
Broad transport solutions including part loads, full loads and groupage freight to and from the UK networks.
Storage & packaging
Multiple warehouses across the UK capable of offering contract logistics services, and premium packaging solutions.
Cold chain logistics
Cold storage and refrigerated transportation that keeps the product integrity in pristine condition from origin to destination.
3PL logistics
Outsourced logistics management for UK importers and exporters ranging from single services to complete supply chain and control tower solutions.
One network, unlimited solutions
At DFDS we combine decades of UK and European expertise with modern technology to offer the best supply chain services. Our vast network comprises transportation, warehousing, and value-added services, providing scalable solutions from 3PL solutions to complete 4PL supply chain services.
How can all this help your business:
- Logistics management for the UK market from start to finish
- Effective warehousing facilities and distribution networks with value-added services
- Premium cold chain logistics for temperature-sensitive products
- Digital tracking platforms for a complete visibility of the supply chain
- Compliance expertise and customs solutions for UK-EU cross-border operations.
Why choose DFDS for logistics solutions
See what makes our UK logistics solutions perfect for your business:
Fixing supply chain gaps
Eliminating supply chain gaps through our fully integrated network of transportation and warehousing solutions.
Industry-specific expertise
From automotive logistics in the UK to cold chain solutions for food, we customise our services to your industry.
Scalability & growth needs
We make sure that your business grows. From local operations to global expansion, building your success together.
Moving closer to Net Zero
Thanks to our certified decarbonised solutions, we move closer to net zero by using electric vehicles and reusable packaging solutions.
Strengthen your supply chain with proven expertise
Businesses often time face complex logistics challenges such as expanding into new markets, meeting sustainability requirements and managing costs while keeping their service quality high. At DFDS, we are fully aware of these pressures because we’ve helped many businesses navigate them successfully. Regardless of your business sector our logistics solutions will target the specific challenges that your industry faces.
Sustainability & compliance requirements
Get your carbon footprint reduced with our decarbonised solutions and get certified emissions documentation for your sustainability report. Our efficient routing and reusable packaging will help your business meet the net zero requirements without lowering the performance standards.
Complex cross-border operations
Navigate UK expansion and European market entry with our expertise in customs and regulatory compliance support. From taking care of documents to duty management we make cross-docking logistics easier so you can focus on growing your business.
Cold chain quality assurance
Keeping product integrity form the procurement point to its destination it’s done using our temperature controlled logistics solutions. Real time tracking and ISO-compliant facilities will make sure your time sensitive goods arrive in excellent condition every time.
Digital integration & visibility
Get full supply chain visibility thanks to our advanced logistics platforms. Real time logistics solutions, automated booking and analytics solutions will help you make informed decisions and act fast when operational challenges occur.
Explore our logistics services
Explore DFDS’s full range of transport and logistics solutions
Full loads
Flexible transport across the UK for full or partial shipments.
Part loads
Cost-effective and reliable part load transportation for smaller shipments.
Groupage transport
Scheduled departures and consolidated shipping across the UK.
Special cargo
Special vehicles capable of handling your special cargo from start to finish.
Warehousing services
Secure storage and packaging to streamline your supply chain.
Customs clearance
Clear, efficient customs handling to keep goods moving without delays.
Cold chain logistics
Temperature-controlled warehousing to protect your sensitive cargo.
Decarbonised solutions
Transport services with certified emissions reduction strategies.
Ready to optimise your supply chain operations?
Scale up your logistics efficiency with end to end solutions that fit in seamlessly with your business operations.
How to get started with logistics solutions:
- Request a quote: Tell us about your logistics solutions needs and requirements
- Receive tailored pricing: Get detailed logistics quotes based on your request
- Start booking online: Gain access to DFDS Direct platform for easy booking and shipment management
Real results from sustainable partnerships
DFDS and Norske Skog partnered to reduce emissions by 16%.
The Norwegian newsprint manufacturer needed to reduce Scope 3 transport emissions as part of their Net Zero 2050 strategy without maintaining operational efficiency.
Key achievements:
15% emissions reduction achieved through vessel optimisation and sustainable transport initiatives
33-year partnership demonstrating long-term commitment and continuous innovation
Multi-modal approach combining custom-built vessels, electric equipment, and future biofuel integration
Trusted across diverse industries
Our logistics solutions help businesses across multiple industry sectors with specific expertise and compliance knowledge.
Automotive
We help businesses in the automotive sector that are world leading makers of cars, tractors, trucks, and busses, deliver their products with our groupage services.
Cold chain
We provide transport services to some of the leading companies in the seafood industry, offering integrated supply chain solutions from packing stations to consumers throughout Europe.
Metals
Special equipment is essential in the metal industry. We are capable of handling extreme weight thanks to our MAFI systems and preload multiple items on mobile platforms for faster loading and dispatching.
Retail
Seasonal textile transport and regular restocking where we support your inventory planning and store operations. All you good will reach their destination fast and in pristine condition.
Construction
We understand how vital special cargo is to construction, and we understand how to get your materials to you as quickly as possible. Whether it is bulk, fragile, or heavy goods we have a solution for it all.