Your Independent Customs Broker

About Us.

Why Choose Trafertir?

  • Expert Customs Support

    Comprehensive UK & EU clearance, handled in house and with total compliance

  • Complete Logistics Service

    Covering both domestic and international freight needs

  • Always Available

    Real 24/7 operations to keep your shipments on track

  • Tech-Led Efficiency

    Smart systems for fast, accurate processing

  • AEO Approval

    As an Authorised Economic Operator, we adhere to the highest standards of customs compliance, providing you with enhanced security and reduced customs risks.

Whether you’re navigating new trade regulations or simplifying complex logistics, Trafertir is here to provide reliable, efficient solutions with a personal touch.

Whether you’re navigating new trade regulations or simplifying complex logistics, Trafertir is here to provide reliable, efficient solutions with a personal touch.

Let’s Keep Your Freight Moving

Logistics Made Simple & Customs Made Smarter

At Trafertir Group, we keep your supply chain moving smoothly, securely, and stress-free. With decades of experience, we’ve earned a reputation for being reliable, adaptable, and forward-thinking in today’s dynamic global market.

From freight forwarding and domestic transport to warehousing and customs clearance, our integrated services work seamlessly together. What sets us apart is our people-first approach and proactive mindset, ensuring we’re always prepared for what’s next.

AEO Approved: Trusted – Compliant – Efficient

At Trafertir Group, we’re proud to be fully AEO-F approved—a recognised mark of excellence in customs compliance, security, and reliability.

AEO status, granted by HMRC, demonstrates that we meet the highest standards in international logistics. For our clients, this means faster customs clearance, fewer delays, and a more secure, predictable supply chain.

Whether you’re importing, exporting, or managing time-sensitive goods, Trafertir’s AEO status ensures smoother movement every step of the way.

What AEO Means for You

The Evolution of Freight Forwarding

The roots of freight forwarding stretch back to the 18th century, when innkeepers began offering a practical service: holding and forwarding travellers’ goods. What started as a simple act of hospitality soon developed into a structured trade — with early pioneers like Thomas Meadows & Co. in London supporting merchants and manufacturers. During the Age of Sail, freight forwarders were key in navigating the complex world of international shipping. Skilled agents ensured cargo moved efficiently across oceans — long before GPS or digital tracking. The advent of steam-powered vessels changed everything. Transit times dropped, reliability soared, and the foundation of modern logistics was born. In the 1950s, the arrival of containerisation revolutionised freight handling — making global trade faster, safer, and more cost-effective. Not long after, air freight added speed and agility, especially for industries like electronics and fashion. Fast forward to today — freight forwarding is at the heart of global supply chains. From digital customs systems to sustainability-driven practices, the industry is constantly adapting to meet the demands of modern commerce.

Environment

Trafertir is committed to ensuring compliance with the requirements of the environmental legislation and approved codes of conduct as they apply to an office based operation, as a minimum level of performance. The Company recognises that the business undertaken will have an impact, however small, on the environment. The Company has assessed the environmental impact of its past and current operations and will continue to do so for any future operations. The Company is further committed to continuously seek to improve its environmental performance as follows:

  • Maximise load capacity

  • Minimise empty running

  • Reduce fuel usage by investment in new technologies and fuel efficient vehicles

  • Recycling of packaging materials

  • Recycling of plastic and paper waste

  • Minimising waste

  • The efficient use of water and energy

  • Minimising the use of solvents in cleaning processes

  • Minimising any noise disturbance to neighbours

The Company will raise awareness, encourage participation and train its employees in environmental matters which affect them. Trafertir expects its suppliers and sub-contractors to have similar environmental standards and to be able to demonstrate them. The Company will liaise with local and national bodies and communities in an environmentally sensitive way and will participate in any discussions on environmental issues. The Company will, on an annual basis, check that is current activities comply with the environmental policy and undertake a review of such activities.

Misson & Vision

At Trafertir Group, our mission is to keep evolving with the customs and logistics industry—embracing change and meeting every challenge with confidence and care. We’re committed to delivering dependable, forward-thinking solutions that make our clients feel supported, valued, and understood. By building lasting partnerships and working with businesses that share our values, we continue to create a service our customers can trust.
Above all, we take pride in doing our best—for our clients, our partners, and each other—every single day.