Helping you keep your business moving with competitive container haulage rates and fast, effective service from London Gateway.
At Forest Freight, we provide fast and reliable container haulage UK services, ensuring your goods move efficiently across the country. With over 50 years of experience, a large fleet of specialised, FORS approved vehicles, and London warehousing facilities, we offer a seamless solution to rising port congestion and rental fees.
Our London haulage services allow us to collect your containers quickly, transport them to our depot, and arrange onward delivery within 2-3 days — minimising delays and keeping your business on track.
10 miles from London Gateway Port Facility
Avg. turnaround time of under 1 hour from port
24/7 Real-time tracking on all deliveries
2-3 day delivery time on premium containers
We hold all the relevant accreditations to get your goods delivered safely.
Why choose Forest Freight?
Our extremely close proximity to London Gateway means that you can expect a fast, efficient container delivery at a good rate. Thanks to our experience and large, versatile fleet, we can help you get around driver shortages.
- Over 50 years of experience in UK haulage
- Expert team of CPC-qualified drivers & logistics professionals
- Strategically located for rapid access to London Gateway
- Fully accredited & FORS-certified for safety & compliance
Need warehousing London options? Our 110k sq. ft. facility provides secure storage for short and long term needs.
Personalised management on all deliveries
On top of our container delivery services, we have a complete team of logistics management experts to support your business. They are available to help you plan your container delivery schedule and keep you updated whilst it’s in transit.
Along with our unique tracking software, they provide a truly transparent service, so you never have to worry about where your delivery is or when it’ll show up!
Close proximity to London Gateway
Our main warehouse is strategically located just 10 miles from London Gateway, providing seamless access to key UK transport networks. This prime position allows us to offer haulage services from London with faster collection times and efficient nationwide distribution. By reducing delays and optimising routes, we help businesses lower costs and maintain a reliable supply chain for container haulage across the UK.
How our container haulage services work
We collect your container from London Gateway and transport it to our warehousing London facility, just 10 miles from the port. Our strategic location allows us to minimise transit times and move your goods into a secure storage environment without delay. With our experienced team and specialist fleet, we ensure a smooth and efficient collection process, getting your cargo where it needs to be quickly and safely.
Unlike traditional London hauliers, we unload and redistribute your containers at our depot first, ensuring a seamless supply chain. As an ETSF (customs bonded warehouse), we provide secure storage and efficient customs clearance, reducing delays and simplifying import processes. Our expert team carefully handles each consignment, preparing your goods for fast onward distribution while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Once processed, we dispatch your goods across the UK using our next-day and 2-3 day delivery options. Our extensive logistics network ensures timely and cost-effective transport, helping you avoid unnecessary port storage fees. With a fleet of over 60 specialist vehicles and real-time tracking, we guarantee a reliable delivery service, keeping your supply chain running smoothly and your business moving forward.
Frequently asked questions
Container haulage is the process of transporting shipping containers from ports to their final destinations. At Forest Freight, we specialise in haulage from London and UK-wide services, ensuring fast and cost-effective container transportation.
The cost of container haulage services across UK services depends on factors such as distance, container size, and any additional services like storage or hazardous material handling.
It’s best to fill out the form at the top of the page and give as many details as you can, that way we can give you a bespoke price for your container haulage requirements.
London Gateway is one of the UK’s largest and most advanced port facilities, making it a critical hub for container haulage UK operations.
Our haulage services from London benefit from being located just 10 miles from London Gateway, ensuring fast collections, reduced waiting times, and efficient nationwide distribution. This strategic positioning allows us to provide cost-effective and reliable transport solutions for businesses across the UK.
Our container haulage service ensures faster deliveries, with most shipments reaching their destination within 2-3 days, avoiding the long delays caused by port congestion. By collecting containers promptly, we help businesses reduce port storage fees and avoid unnecessary costs.
Our real-time tracking system provides full visibility, so you always know where your shipment is. With a strategic location near London Gateway, we guarantee quick collections and efficient nationwide distribution.
We handle a wide range of containers, including standard 20ft and 40ft shipping containers, refrigerated units, and hazardous material containers. Our UK container haulage fleet is equipped to transport all types of cargo, whether you require short-term storage at our warehouse in London facility or direct delivery across the country.
Our haulage operations include 24/7 real-time tracking, giving businesses full visibility over their shipments. Unlike standard container haulage providers in the UK, we offer live updates and a dedicated logistics team to keep you informed at every stage of the journey. This ensures greater transparency, reliability, and peace of mind for our clients.
We handle a wide range of cargo, including hazardous materials, palletised goods, manufacturing components, and retail stock. Our haulage London fleet is equipped to transport containers safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. If your goods require specialist handling, our expert team and warehousing London facilities provide tailored solutions to meet your needs.
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