Driving business.
Whether its hazardous goods, urgent valuable shipments, or regular transport of commodities, GBA customers know we take care and deliver on time. They know we’ll be there for them – a trusted logistics partner enabling them to focus on running their own businesses.
Some insights into what we do and why our customers choose to work with GBA Logistics:
In an environment where the first and last minute of every transaction is the most important, GBA’s airside logistics team is renowned in the aviation sector for providing a unique 24/7 airside linking service for aircraft parts to leading airline operators between 24 UK airports.
With a team of over 40 people, GBA manages the largest AOG desk in the UK – this essential service supports the whole industry, feeding line engineers fast and cost-effectively. GBA’s own stock hubs streamline and speed up urgent deliveries, they also manage repairs. No wonder parts brokers, airlines and OEMs see GBA as the crucial link in their supply chain.
“With its 24/7 AOG desk, GBA is always there to ensure we keep airborne so our passengers are happy.”
Line maintenance engineer at ‘top five’ European airline
Automotive logistics is a fast paced and often complicated sector. With knowledge gained over 30 years’ of delighting our automotive customers with compliant, reliable and trusted express services, you can be confident that GBA Logistics is the right partner for you.
We have core expertise in all transportation channels. From ultra-urgent charter planes, to time critical double-manned trucks and vans, to contract logistics management of supply chains, we have a proven track record of supporting automotive manufacturers, parts providers and brokers with the best solutions to meet their time sensitive needs.
“We have worked with GBA for many years and really value their professional and flexible approach. With their fleet of own vehicles and drivers, plus an established network of partners, they have the people and infrastructure in place to solve my parts provision problems quickly and efficiently.”
Assembly plant manager at multinational vehicle manufacturer
Customs is an ever-changing environment and GBA stays up to date through a system of audits and monitoring mechanisms to ensure 100% accuracy on all customs matters and border activity. A core team works 24/7 to manage customs support, Brexit requirements and freight forwarding. This is a niche and specialist service.
Increasingly customers are outsourcing this complicated and risky area to us. We support their UK import and export brokerage requirements including tariff classification, customs duty relief schemes, and providing customs clearance instructions to third party carriers and auditing services.
“GBA manages our customs paperwork with skill and accuracy, we’re 100% confident in their service.”
Sales director at major UK manufacturing chain
GBA is a niche specialist logistics provider for the transport of hazardous goods, providing haulage and just-in-time deliveries via land, air and sea. Strict compliance in the realm of hazardous goods handling and transport is crucial.
We work with a major chemical company to reach their global customer network and GBA’s ability to handle the complex customs paperwork is seen as a distinct advantage.
“Hazardous goods require special handling and strict procedures, the GBA Logistics team gets it just right every time.”
Purchasing manager at a large pharmaceuticals supplier
Big supermarkets, discount retailers, and e-commerce providers – we understand your business.
GBA Logistics provides highly trained drivers and top specification trucks to pull our customers’ trailers. We operate to the highest standards of safety and compliance. All our drivers are thoroughly vetted and undergo significant training which is customised to each individual customer’s requirements.
This explains why GBA’s dedicated fleet provides traction for many leading multi-site retail operators across the UK and demand for this service is growing. Customers like the control of having their own ‘transport department’ efficiently managed by GBA, without the infra-structure costs associated with their own vehicles, maintenance, breakdowns, or driver absences.
“On the road, day-in-day-out, smile after smile – GBA’s drivers are an essential part of our team.”
Logistics manager at a leading UK supermarket
