50 YEARS EXPERTISE IN

Comprehensive Logistics Solutions

Caledonian Freight has delivered top-quality freight forwarding and customs brokerage services to Scotland's business community for over 50 years. Our reputation as a reliable global logistics provider has been established through unwavering dedication, offering diverse and comprehensive solutions that eliminate the need for in-house logistics management.

182

Countries Served

209

Validated Global Partners

50

Years Of Service

10,000

Tonnes of Cargo Shipped Monthly

Our Mission

We are dedicated to streamlining shipping processes, providing cost-effective solutions, and ensuring a stress-free experience for our clients. We believe in going above and beyond to deliver your goods on time, every time. We're driven by a passion for fostering genuine, long-term relationships, and therefore we treat our customers, and our staff, like family. With a blend of industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a guid auld dose of Scottish charm, we're revolutionising the way you move your cargo.

Sit back, relax, and let Caledonian Freight handle all your shipping needs.

Our Values

  1. Integrity: Demonstrating honesty, ethics, and transparency in all business practices. 

  1. Innovation: Encouraging creative thinking, embracing new ideas, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

  1. Customer Focus: Prioritizing customer satisfaction, understanding their needs, and delivering exceptional service. 

  1. Teamwork: Promoting collaboration, mutual support, and effective communication among employees. 

  1. Excellence: Striving for high-quality work, setting ambitious goals, and continuously raising the bar. 

  2. Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions, outcomes, and fulfilling commitments. 

  1. Respect: Valuing diversity, treating all individuals with fairness, dignity, and empathy. 

  1. Social Responsibility: Commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, contributing positively to communities and the environment. 

  1. Adaptability: Embracing change, being agile, and continuously learning and evolving. 

  1. Empowerment: Encouraging and enabling employees to take initiative, make decisions, and develop their skills. 

THE TIMELINE

Our History

1974

Jim Hunter founds Caledonian Freight as an independent customs broker in Grangemouth.

1975

Freight forwarding services introduced to assist existing clients with their shipping requirements.

1975-1978

Branch offices established in Glasgow, Prestwick, Dundee and London.

1978

First road groupage services launched to Ireland and mainland Europe.

1998

Achieved ISO 9001, the International Standard for Quality management.

2000

Julie Rice appointed Operations Director.

2003

Julie Rice completes management buyout.

2016

Julie’s son, Jack Rice appointed Director, heading up operations and IT.

2019

Achieved Authorisation Economic Operator (AEO) status which is an international recognised quality standard in customs compliance & security.

2020 - 2021

Successfully navigated the complexities of Covid-19 & Brexit with minimum service disruption.

2021

Expansion leads to the head office relocating to “Caledonia House, Falkirk”

2022

New ‘Bio-Pharma’ division launched to handle time & temperature sensitive cargo.

2023

First electric vehicles deployed.

2023

New branding & website launched in preparation for 50th anniversary.

2024

The company celebrates 50 years in business.

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