Zak Shipping & Logistics Ltd — Glasgow

Scotland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · G5 8BJ

Company overview

Zak Shipping & Logistics Ltd is a freight forwarder in Glasgow offering comprehensive global freight forwarding and cargo management services since 2003. As a freight forwarder Scotland-based operation, the company specialises in ocean, air, and ground transportation for shipments of any size and commodity type. The freight forwarder in Glasgow handles full container loads (FCL), less-than-container loads (LCL), air freight consolidation, customs clearance, and door-to-door delivery solutions. Zak maintains relationships with major carriers including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, and Evergreen, enabling cost-effective routing and competitive rates. The company serves ecommerce businesses requiring international shipping, cross-border documentation, customs handling, and supply chain optimisation across multiple transport modes.

Services offered

Sea Freight Forwarding

Full-service ocean freight handling for FCL and LCL shipments to ports globally. The company processes over 10,000 containers annually and maintains partnerships with major carriers to secure capacity and competitive rates.

Air Freight Forwarding

Swift air cargo services utilising established relationships with major airlines for scheduled and chartered services. Specialises in time-critical shipments with professional planning, clearance, and consolidation support.

Customs Clearance

Licensed customs handling agent services for both national and international customs clearance. Manages documentation, inspections, stuffing/de-stuffing, and ensures compliance with import/export regulations.

Documentation Services

Preparation of export and import documentation including bills of lading, air waybills, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, inspection certifications, and cargo insurance certificates.

Trucking and Road Transportation

Inland transportation services across Pakistan with time-sensitive overnight delivery options, oversized cargo movement, and specialised vehicles for sensitive machinery.

Door-to-Door Delivery

Port-to-door and door-to-door delivery solutions integrating carton labelling, freight transportation, and final package delivery to eliminate multiple carrier bills and reduce supply chain delays.

Rail and Intermodal Transportation

Cost-effective rail transport options supported by Pakistan railways for reliable, affordable goods movement with reduced transportation costs.

Supply Chain Management

Vendor and order management across multiple languages, cultures, and time zones to streamline supply chain operations and enhance competitive advantage.

Multimodal Shipping

Sea and air freight combinations for shipments requiring fast transit times whilst managing cost constraints through optimised route planning.

Location and coverage

Zak Shipping & Logistics Ltd is based at Ground Floor 71, 73 Kingston St, Glasgow, G5 8BJ. They serve businesses across Scotland and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Zak Shipping offer?
Zak provides ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, road trucking, rail transport, and multimodal combinations. They handle shipments of any size and commodity type, processing over 10,000 containers annually and offering both scheduled and chartered services depending on customer requirements.
Can Zak handle my international ecommerce shipments?
Yes. Zak specialises in global freight forwarding with door-to-door delivery solutions designed to simplify international logistics. They manage cross-border documentation, customs clearance, and deliver goods directly to customers' locations in destination countries, helping remove days from your supply chain.
What customs and documentation support do you provide?
Zak is a licensed customs handling agent offering full customs clearance services for imports and exports. Their team prepares all standard export/import documentation including bills of lading, air waybills, certificates of origin, and inspection certifications, ensuring compliance with country-specific regulations.
Which shipping carriers does Zak work with?
Zak maintains established relationships with major ocean carriers including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Evergreen, APL, Hamburg Sud, OOCL, and Safmarine. They also partner with multiple airlines for air freight and have a network of trucking companies throughout Pakistan for inland transport.
Do you offer consolidation or warehousing services?
Zak provides consolidation hubs and specialised handling services including carton labelling and freight consolidation for air and sea shipments. While warehousing is not explicitly mentioned, their supply chain management and logistics services include consolidation and distribution network optimisation.

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