Star Cargo Group Worldwide freight solutions

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Established in 1983 Star Cargo plc consists of seven UK subsidiaries all actively involved in the International transport and shipping industry.

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Established 1983

7 UK Subsidiaries

280 Employees

Committed to personal customer care

Operating in an increasingly competitive market place Star Cargo plc and it’s group subsidiaries have a strong sales ethos and a hands on management style. Weekly management, Operations, credit control and sales meetings with the key personnel from each company result in continued improvements and an ability to react quickly to changing market demands.

Controlo Cargo Services Ltd was established in 1977 as a specialist in deep sea shipping of conventional containerised freight as well as break-bulk services. The company was acquired by Star Cargo plc in November 1991 who introduced a dedicated road trailer operation for full or part loads together with a range of European groupage services.

Fastnet commenced trading in the early eighties with the specific aim of providing a comprehensive worldwide freight forwarding service to UK manufacturers, exporters and importers who demanded a cost effective service together with a high degree of personal attention.

Freightlane Ltd commenced trading in October 2011 to become the latest subsidiary of the Star Cargo Group and further enhance the Nationwide freight forwarding activities. Whether it is European transport, worldwide deep sea shipping or air freight, our team have the skill, experience and commitment to deliver a cost effective and reliable logistics solution.

Harbour Shipping is able to offer freight bookings on all major and many minor ferry/train services across Europe, offering the most extensive cover of any European agency to a wide range of companies operating vehicles internationally. From the Baltic Sea in the North to the Mediterranean Sea in the South; from the Black Sea in the East to the Irish Sea in the West and all points in between.

Husk UK Ltd are one of the UK's leading fuel card providers and have been involved in the transport industry since 1901 with an unrivalled knowledge of the demands and requirements of vehicle fleet operators.

Established in 1983 Sealane Freight Ltd is a market leader in the provision of logistics services to European manufacturers. With a wealth of industry experience, strategic geographical locations and financial strength, we take great pride in offering innovative and competitive services to all European destinations.

Viking Shipping Services Ltd commenced trading in the 1940’s with the specific aim of providing a comprehensive freight forwarding and cargo handling service.Based at Selby just off the M62 in North Yorkshire, Viking Shipping is strategically located to facilitate a range of services for cargo arriving by both road and sea.

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