Rhenus Logistics — Sheffield

Yorkshire, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · S9 1BX

Company overview

Rhenus Logistics is a freight forwarder in Sheffield offering comprehensive supply chain solutions across road, air, and ocean transport modes. As a major freight forwarder in Yorkshire, the company serves ecommerce businesses with specialised services including fulfilment and e-commerce warehousing, returns processing, and last-mile home delivery. Rhenus operates globally with presence across Europe, Asia Pacific, Americas, and Africa, enabling cross-border logistics for growing online retailers. Their services encompass LTL and FTL trucking, groupage transport throughout Europe, air freight solutions including on-board courier and charter options, and ocean freight with FCL and LCL shipping capabilities. For warehousing, Rhenus provides dedicated e-commerce fulfilment services, customs warehousing, and value-added services tailored to retail, fashion, beauty, and food sectors. The company specialises in high-tech logistics, automotive solutions, offshore logistics, and full vehicle logistics, making them suitable for businesses requiring sophisticated supply chain optimisation beyond standard transport.

Services offered

Road Freight

LTL trucking, FTL trucking, and groupage transport services throughout Europe, offering flexible capacity options for ecommerce shipments.

Air Freight

Air freight solutions including standard shipping, on-board courier, and charter services for time-sensitive ecommerce deliveries.

Ocean Freight

FCL and LCL shipping with buyer's and seller's consolidation options for international ecommerce logistics.

Fulfilment & E-Commerce Warehousing

Dedicated e-commerce warehousing services designed for online retailers, including picking, packing, and order fulfilment.

Returns Processing

Comprehensive returns management services to handle customer returns efficiently within the ecommerce supply chain.

Customs Warehousing

Customs warehousing solutions supporting cross-border ecommerce operations and import/export logistics.

Home Delivery

Last-mile home delivery solutions tailored for ecommerce businesses shipping directly to end consumers.

Value-Added Services

Additional warehousing services including labelling, kitting, and other value-added logistics support for ecommerce sellers.

Location and coverage

Rhenus Logistics is based at Meadow Court, Amos Rd, Sheffield, S9 1BX. They serve businesses across Yorkshire and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Rhenus offer for ecommerce businesses?
Rhenus provides multiple transport modes including road freight (LTL and FTL trucking), air freight with charter options, ocean freight (FCL and LCL), and rail services. This multi-modal capability allows ecommerce businesses to select the most cost-effective and time-appropriate shipping method for their products, whether selling domestically or internationally.
Do you handle cross-border and international shipments for ecommerce sellers?
Yes, Rhenus operates a global network spanning Europe, Asia Pacific, Americas, and Africa. They offer customs warehousing and consolidation services to support cross-border ecommerce operations, enabling sellers to reach international markets with comprehensive logistics support including customs clearance capabilities.
What ecommerce-specific warehousing services does Rhenus provide?
Rhenus specialises in fulfilment and e-commerce warehousing with dedicated services for online retailers. They offer returns processing, value-added services, and have specific solutions tailored to ecommerce, fashion, retail, and beauty sectors, supporting the complete order-to-delivery cycle for online businesses.
Can Rhenus handle specialised cargo requirements?
Rhenus offers offshore logistics services including port logistics and wind farm services, indicating capability in specialised transport. They also provide high-tech logistics solutions and automotive solutions, suggesting ability to handle complex or sensitive cargo requirements beyond standard ecommerce shipments.
What geographic coverage does Rhenus provide for UK ecommerce sellers?
As a major freight operator with UK operations based in Sheffield, Rhenus provides comprehensive UK coverage and extensive European distribution through their groupage transport services. Their global network extends to over 40 countries, making them suitable for sellers looking to expand internationally beyond the UK.

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