How it works

Simple to book, easy to follow

Here is what happens at each stage of a shipment with us, and what you will see along the way.

1. Quote
Know the price and the assumptions behind it.
- Enter origin, destination, dimensions and weights — no account needed.
- See price ranges, transit times and estimated delivery dates for each service level.
- Every estimate lists what is included, what is not, and the chargeable weight used.
- Dangerous, temperature-controlled or oversized goods go straight to a specialist.
2. Book
Confirm the details once; we check the rest.
- A specialist reviews your request and sends a confirmed price with a validity date.
- We confirm pickup windows, contacts, references and special requirements.
- Documents are checked against the route before departure.
- You receive a shipment reference and the next steps.
3. Track
One timeline, whatever the mode or carrier.
- Milestones from carriers and our own team appear on one timeline, each with a timestamp.
- ETAs update as the shipment moves.
- Receivers can follow deliveries with a secure link that hides sensitive details.
4. Deliver & invoice
Proof and charges you can reconcile.
- Signature and photo proof of delivery attached to the shipment.
- Final charges itemised: transport, fuel, accessorials, taxes and adjustments.
- Questions about a charge are handled with the shipment record in front of us.

When things change

Every exception answers three questions

Delays, failed deliveries and customs holds happen. What matters is how quickly you know and what you can do about it.

What happened?
The cause in plain language — not a carrier code.
What does it mean?
The impact on delivery time, cost or documents.
What happens next?
Who is doing what, any action needed from you, and when the next update is due.

Status glossary

We use the same status names for every mode and carrier.

Quote pending: We are reviewing your request and preparing a confirmed price.
Awaiting approval: Your organisation’s approver needs to confirm the booking.
Booked: The shipment is confirmed and a carrier is being arranged.
Pickup scheduled: A collection window is agreed with the carrier.
Picked up: Goods have been collected and signed for.
In transit: Moving between origin and destination.
At facility: At a hub, terminal or warehouse for sorting or transfer.
Customs processing: Customs is reviewing the shipment. We will tell you if anything is needed.
Delivery scheduled: A delivery date or appointment is confirmed.
Out for delivery: On the vehicle for final delivery today.
Delivered: Delivered, with proof of delivery available.
Exception: Something needs attention. The update explains what happened and what happens next.
Canceled: The shipment was cancelled before completion.
Closed: Delivered and invoiced; nothing further to do.

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