J P A Freight Ltd — Loughborough

East Midlands, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · LE11 1JJ

Company overview

J P A Freight Ltd is a freight forwarder in Loughborough serving the East Midlands and beyond, specialising in international pallet delivery and freight forwarding across Europe. The company offers competitive rates on express pallet courier services, road freight, sea shipping, and air freight to and from the UK and across the European continent. Their core strength lies in consolidating smaller loads to provide cost-effective solutions for ecommerce businesses, retailers, and manufacturers shipping goods internationally. They handle customs clearance services, collection, storage, and container shipping (shared and full), with coverage extending to Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Ireland, Poland, and other European nations. The freight forwarder East Midlands operates as a freight forwarding network provider, comparing rates across multiple carriers to deliver competitive pricing and flexible transport options tailored to client needs.

Services offered

Pallet Delivery Europe

Express and next-day pallet courier services to European destinations, handling standard Euro pallets, oversized, and custom-made pallets with flexible scheduling options.

Road Freight Transport

European road freight services capable of delivering most consignments within 48 hours, with access to haulage companies across the continent for competitive rates.

Sea Shipping

Shared, part load, consolidated, and full container shipping (20ft and 40ft) for cost-effective international cargo transport worldwide.

Air Freight

Express air cargo services including economy, express, door-to-door, and port-to-port options for time-sensitive shipments to Europe and worldwide destinations.

Customs Clearance

Post-Brexit customs broker services for goods crossing UK/EU borders, utilising 3rd party software and professional training to manage regulatory compliance.

Collection Services

Pickup and collection of freight from supplier locations, with express same-day collection available where feasible.

Storage

Warehousing and storage facilities for consolidation of multiple smaller loads and goods awaiting transport.

Packing Services

Professional packing services to prepare goods for safe international transport and pallet delivery.

Container Shipping

Shared and full container solutions for larger shipments, offering flexibility between consolidated and dedicated transport options.

International Removals

Full removals services for household goods and personal effects shipping internationally, handling furniture and oversized items.

Location and coverage

J P A Freight Ltd is based at 93 Burder St, Loughborough, LE11 1JJ. They serve businesses across East Midlands and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does J P A Freight offer?
J P A Freight offers multiple transport options: road freight (typically 48-hour European delivery), sea shipping (shared and full containers), and air freight (economy and express services). They also provide courier services combining these modes as needed. Road transport is their core strength for European pallet delivery, whilst sea shipping offers cost-effective options for larger volumes and air freight provides the fastest service for time-sensitive shipments.
Do you handle customs clearance for post-Brexit shipments?
Yes. J P A Freight secured funding through a UK Government grant scheme to obtain professional training and 3rd party customs clearance software. They act as a customs broker to manage UK/EU border compliance and ensure goods cross borders smoothly following Brexit regulations, handling documentation and regulatory requirements in-house.
Which European countries do you deliver to?
J P A Freight covers the entire European continent with specific mention of: Germany, Spain, Austria, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Italy, Ireland, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Poland, Portugal, and Luxembourg. They operate a network of haulage partners across Europe to provide competitive rates and reliable delivery to additional destinations beyond those listed.
Can you consolidate multiple small shipments to reduce costs?
Yes. Consolidating smaller loads into shared containers and part-load shipments is a core strength of J P A Freight. They compare freight costs across multiple European carriers and use their consolidation capabilities to offer competitive pricing for ecommerce sellers and businesses shipping smaller volumes that don't require full vehicle capacity.
What types of cargo can you ship?
J P A Freight transports a wide range of goods including boxed items on pallets, furniture, motorcycles, cars, household goods, food products, automotive parts, IT and electronic equipment. They handle standard and oversized pallets, and offer specialised services for excess baggage and international removals, suitable for both private and business customers across multiple industries.

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