NBS – NO BOARD SERVICES LP — Edinburgh

Scotland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · EH6 8RB

Company overview

NBS – NO BOARD SERVICES LP is a freight forwarder in Edinburgh providing international procurement, sourcing, and logistics solutions to industrial businesses. Based in Scotland's capital, this freight forwarder Scotland specialises in supply chain optimisation through a single point of contact, reducing administrative burden and supplier complexity. The company operates as an international purchasing company handling MROs (maintenance, repair and operations) and industrial products, with capabilities spanning procurement arbitrage, order follow-up, integrated packaging, and freight forwarding to all destinations. NBS leverages a European hub to consolidate shipments and manage financial flows, enabling customers to achieve cost savings through multinational buying volumes and long-term supplier relationships. The company targets industrial sectors requiring reliable, cost-effective logistics and sourcing support.

Services offered

Freight Forwarding

Freight forwarding services to all destinations, organised through NBS's European supply chain hub.

International Procurement & Sourcing

International buying network with capabilities in stock arbitrage, currency management, and price list optimisation for industrial products and MROs.

Supply Chain Management

End-to-end supply chain optimisation providing a single point of contact for order follow-up, financial flow management, and supplier consolidation.

Industrial Packaging

Integrated industrial packaging services as part of the overall logistics offering.

Order Management & Logistics

Order follow-up and management of financial flows throughout the shipping and delivery process.

Location and coverage

NBS – NO BOARD SERVICES LP is based at 35/3 Buchanan St, Edinburgh, EH6 8RB. They serve businesses across Scotland and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What geographic regions does NBS serve?
NBS provides freight forwarding to all destinations and operates a European hub to integrate supply chains. The company is based in Edinburgh, Scotland and serves international customers through its multinational network, enabling global procurement and logistics support.
Does NBS handle cross-border and international shipments?
Yes, NBS specialises in international freight forwarding and procurement. The company operates an international buying network and European hub specifically designed to manage cross-border shipments and support customers seeking worldwide sourcing and delivery solutions.
Can NBS consolidate shipments from multiple suppliers?
Yes, consolidation is a core service. NBS reduces registered suppliers by providing a single invoice and point of contact for multiple products from different manufacturers, effectively consolidating shipments and simplifying supply chain management.
What types of industrial products does NBS handle?
NBS specialises in supplying industrial materials, with particular expertise in MROs (maintenance, repair and operations) and industrial products. The company works across multiple industrial sectors and can supply a wide range of industrial material due to its multinational customer base and buying volumes.
How does NBS help reduce costs?
NBS leverages multinational customer relationships and significant buying volumes to secure low prices. The company also optimises supply chains through a single point of contact, manages currency arbitrage through its international network, and reduces administrative overhead by consolidating multiple suppliers into one.

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