Over 35 Years’ Experience
Expert Freight Forwarder
As an expert international freight forwarder with over 35 years of experience, TQ Express provide freight forwarding services for a range of air, sea and road freight from our central base in Manchester Airport.
Our airport location reflects our air freight expertise, which is not limited to standard air freight and cargo but also our expertise in the transportation and packaging of dangerous goods.
Our expertise and history as an international freight forwarder and successfully solving complicated supply chain challenges for over three decades, positions us as THE freight forwarding partner of choice especially when it comes to challenging and time-critical air freight solutions.
From our base at Manchester Airport, we have established expert and specialist knowledge, excellent customer service skills and an understanding of time-critical processes that is reflected in everything we do.
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Global Logistics Partner
TQ Stands For
Total Quality
Whilst our reputation as a time critical freight forwarder, specialising in dangerous goods is probably what we are best known for; we are proud of partnering our customers in international trade, successfully managing the complex requirements that global trade and transporting goods across international borders demands.
Any Mode, Anywhere
Total Quality For
Air, Sea & Road
For our customers, the mode of transport for your goods is only a single part of the equation. Multimodal transport solutions are an integral part of our daily operations. Customer service is also a core element of our day-to-day activities, and this includes our commitment to excellent communication, transparency in shipment visibility and a single point of contact.
Always On Time
Express
Not all our customers have a time-critical requirement although many do. We provide a reliable, controlled critical freight process and customised logistics solutions with a focus on expertise and integrity. By understanding your initial needs, we quickly present options, pricing, and confirmations—often within an hour—while ensuring a streamlined process for transportation and booking within a controlled framework.
Amongst our time critical services, we provide:
Specialists In Dangerious Goods
Freight Forwarding
As proven experts in international freight forwarding, we can also offer specialist services for Dangerous Goods, Air freight OOG (Out of Gauge) for both sea freight and road freight, alongside normal goods freight forwarding.
Certified & Compliant
Safely Packed
We can provide warehousing and fulfilment services and amongst our specialisms we have in-house export packing, certification and compliance with the applicable Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Air Cargo Agent
IATA
We are an IATA Air Cargo Agent and hold IATA accreditation. IATA accreditation means we are part of a certified network of air cargo agents, recognised for their financial and professional competency. IATA represents approx. 290 airlines from all over the globe, who are collectively responsible for approximately 82% of total air traffic. This means we have access to this extensive network of airlines and negotiated rates, allowing us to offer competitive pricing and more flexible options for all types of air cargo.
By partnering with an IATA-certified forwarder, our customers gain additional peace of mind that their shipments are handled by certified professionals committed to safety, security, and efficiency in international air logistics.
Unparalleled Speed Of Release
Navigating Customs
Customs clearances don’t need to be complicated. No freight forwarder would be complete without being able to provide customs clearance expertise and our team can support all consignments at all main UK ports and airports, through a single point of contact.
Having a freight forwarder who can provide customs clearance services streamlines the logistics process significantly. With in-house customs expertise, TQ Express can manage both the forwarding and regulatory compliance aspects of shipments, reducing the risk of delays and unexpected costs at borders. This integrated service ensures smoother coordination and faster clearance times, because we are familiar with both the shipment details and the specific customs requirements.
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Dangerous Goods & Time Critical
Express Expertise
In The Heart Of The UK
TQ Express is recognised as an expert in navigating through the hazards of air transport and dangerous goods. Based at Manchester Airport with over 35 years of experience, we provide comprehensive international freight forwarding solutions across air, sea, and road.
We are known for our expertise in handling dangerous goods and time-sensitive shipments.
We provide specialist time-critical services, including Next Flight Out, dedicated express vans, and 24/7 emergency support. Our IATA accreditation connects us to a global network of airlines, allowing us to provide competitive rates and flexible options when it comes to air freight.
Our TQ Express in-house team also simplify customs clearances ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient shipment processes. With a focus on customer service and transparency, we provide a single point of contact for multimodal transport solutions, making us a reliable partner in international logistics.
Our location at Manchester Airport puts us right at the heart of a motorway network that puts a third of the UK’s manufacturing base within a two-hour truck journey.
