Brunel Shipping & Liner Services — Bristol

South West, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · BS1 3RD

Company overview

Brunel Shipping & Liner Services is an established freight forwarder in Bristol and across the South West, operating since 1998. The company provides international freight forwarding by air, sea, road, and rail, serving ecommerce businesses with global import and export capabilities. As a freight forwarder South West, Brunel specialises in sea freight services to China and the Far East, customs clearance at UK ports and airports, perishable goods handling, and ecommerce logistics solutions. The company holds membership in the World Cargo Alliance, providing access to logistics expertise across 188 countries. Brunel offers Amazon fulfilment services, warehousing and cross-docking facilities, and multimodal transport solutions. Their team emphasises customer communication and provides visibility tools for shipment tracking and documentation access. The company was a 2023 BIFA Award finalist, reflecting commitment to service standards.

Services offered

Sea Freight

Inbound and outbound sea freight services to China and throughout the Far East, including FCL and LCL options.

Customs Clearance

EU/UK customs clearance services at all UK ports and airports, including T Form discharge and T Form issuing, with an in-house customs clearance team.

China Imports/Exports

Specialised services for importing and exporting goods to and from China, including sea freight and rail options.

China Rail Freight

FCL China rail freight service offering departures from China to Felixstowe, UK in approximately 19 days.

T1 Transit Documents

Issuance of T1 transit documents for businesses importing or exporting to the EU, with processing from Dover.

Food & Perishables

Specialist division handling perishable goods and temperature-sensitive cargo with dedicated expertise.

ATA Carnet

ATA Carnet services for temporary movement of goods across international borders.

Amazon Fulfilment

Dedicated Amazon fulfilment logistics services for ecommerce sellers.

Ecommerce Logistics

Global ecommerce logistics services including sea freight, cross-trade, import and export, FCL, LCL, and customs clearance.

Warehousing & Cross-Docking

Warehousing facilities and cross-docking services, including ETSF Solutions.

Road Freight

Road freight services available through specialist Brunel European division.

Air Freight

Air freight services available through specialist Brunel Air Cargo division.

Location and coverage

Brunel Shipping & Liner Services is based at 95 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3RD. They serve businesses across South West and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Brunel offer for ecommerce sellers?
Brunel provides international freight forwarding by sea, air, road, and rail. For ecommerce businesses, they specialise in sea freight to China and the Far East with FCL and LCL options, plus China rail freight services delivering to Felixstowe in approximately 19 days. Multimodal services combining multiple transport methods are also available through their specialist group divisions.
Do you handle customs clearance for UK imports and exports?
Yes, Brunel operates an in-house customs clearance team providing EU/UK customs clearance services at all UK ports and airports. They handle T Form discharge and issuance, BIRDS (Bulk Import Reduced Data Set) authorisation, and specialise in customs compliance. This is particularly valuable for ecommerce sellers importing goods from China and exporting to EU destinations.
What ecommerce-specific services does Brunel provide?
Brunel specialises in ecommerce logistics with dedicated Amazon fulfilment services, warehousing and cross-docking facilities, and global sea freight solutions. Their ecommerce division handles import, export, and cross-trade shipments with customs clearance integration. They also provide technology platforms for shipment visibility and documentation access.
What geographic coverage does Brunel have?
Brunel is a member of the World Cargo Alliance, providing access to local logistics expertise in 188 countries across the globe. They specialise in routes to China, USA, Middle East, Japan, and Australia. The company also operates through specialist European and air cargo divisions, enabling comprehensive global coverage for ecommerce businesses.
Do you handle perishable or temperature-sensitive goods?
Yes, Brunel operates a specialist perishable division dedicated to handling food and temperature-sensitive cargo. This expertise complements their general freight forwarding services, making them suitable for ecommerce sellers trading in perishable products requiring specialised handling and compliance.

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