Storage and Onward Forwarding Logistics

What we offer

• Secure palletised and racked storage for short or long term needs.
• Destination sorting, kitting and pick/pack staging for onward forwarding.
• Consolidated forwarding and multi‑drop routing to reduce per‑unit freight.
• Specialist handling for bulky or fragile items, including boom operations for rolls.
• Clear proof of dispatch, tracking and delivery confirmation.
• Returns handling, damage reporting and claims support.

Why Storage and Onward Forwarding Logistics matters

Treating storage and onward forwarding as a single service removes unnecessary touchpoints, reduces handling errors and shortens lead times. Consolidation and smart routing lower per‑unit shipping cost. Staging stock by demand profile improves delivery speed and reliability. The combined service gives you one accountable partner for inventory, documentation and delivery — simpler for procurement, operations and your customers.

Key benefits

• Lower overall distribution cost through consolidation and route optimisation.
• Faster lead times by staging stock and reducing handovers.
• One point of accountability for inventory, paperwork and dispatch.
• Flexible capacity to absorb seasonal peaks, product launches and ad hoc surges.
• Better visibility with proof of dispatch and easy tracking.

How it works — simple, repeatable flow

1. Goods arrive and are inspected, labelled and reconciled.
2. Stock is stored to your rules and staged according to demand.
3. Items are sorted by destination; compatible loads are consolidated.
4. We forward goods via chosen carriers, provide proof of dispatch and confirm delivery.

Who this service suits

• Retail chains and multi‑store rollouts needing timed multi‑drop deliveries.
• Importers and distributors holding stock pending customs clearance or allocation.
• Manufacturers and suppliers who want short‑term storage before regional distribution.
• Businesses shipping bulky or fragile products (flooring rolls, appliances, sanitaryware).

Our experience

With over 20 years’ experience in warehousing and distribution, we’ve refined Storage and Onward Forwarding Logistics into predictable, repeatable workflows that reduce cost and risk. Decades of handling seasonal retail rollouts, multi‑supplier consolidation and time‑sensitive instalments means we know where delays happen and how to eliminate them. That practical experience feeds into smarter consolidation decisions, faster staging and higher first‑time delivery rates for your customers.

Quality, compliance and assurance

We operate documented SOPs, routine stock reconciliations and clear photographic damage reporting to protect your margin and simplify claims. Our facilities use secure yard and key control, controlled access and routine audit trails so inventory is accountable at every step. Compliance with handling standards and carrier requirements ensures shipments leave on time and arrive in expected condition, reducing exceptions and keeping your supply chain predictable.

Local and national coverage

We provide national onward forwarding and distribution from strategically located UK hubs, offering flexible short‑term storage close to demand centres to accelerate lead times. Whether you need regional multi‑drop runs or national consolidation before carrier handover, we scale to the volume and cadence your business requires.

Pricing and consolidation advantages

• Transparent storage tiers and handling rates to make forecasting simple.
• Consolidation reduces carriage cost by combining compatible consignments into fuller, more efficient loads.
• Flexible forwarding options: economy consolidated services or expedited direct runs where speed matters.
• Clear cost comparisons and projected savings included in every quote.

Short case example

We staged seasonal stock for a retail chain across two weeks, consolidated multiple supplier deliveries into optimised multi‑drop runs and cut per‑unit freight by 27% while improving on‑shelf availability for the rollout.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is onward forwarding in logistics?

A: Onward forwarding is the organised movement of goods from a storage or consolidation point to their next destination, arranged by the warehouse operator or carrier.

Q: Can you consolidate shipments to reduce costs?

A: Yes. We group compatible consignments, optimise routing and use multi‑drop forwarding to lower per‑unit freight and reduce carbon impact.

Q: How do you handle bulky or fragile items?

A: We use specialist handling equipment, bespoke packing and targeted staging procedures to protect flooring rolls, appliances and fragile sanitaryware during storage and forwarding.

Q: Do you provide proof of dispatch and tracking?

A: Yes. Every forwarded load comes with proof of dispatch, tracking references and delivery confirmation so you can close the loop quickly.

Q: Can you manage returns and damage claims?

A: Yes. We inspect returns, document condition with photographs and follow a clear claims workflow to speed resolution.