EuropeSending goods to Europe by road after Brexit: what paperwork do you need?
The paperwork for sending goods from Great Britain to the EU by road: EORI, export declarations, commodity codes, invoices, Incoterms, import VAT and carnets.
Courier guides and advice
Straightforward answers to the questions we hear most often from people sending urgent, bulky or valuable goods.
These guides explain how to get goods and pallets ready for collection, how to choose a van, what paperwork you need for Europe and what to expect from a same-day courier. They also cover proof of delivery, common causes of delays and what sets the price of a job. They are written for people who send things occasionally as well as for logistics teams who book every day.
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BusinessProof of delivery explained: what it is and why it matters
What a courier proof of delivery records, why it matters for payment, claims and legal deadlines, how to handle a disputed POD and how long to keep the records.
PlanningHow much does a same-day courier cost in the UK?
Typical UK same-day courier costs per mile by van size, minimum charges, surcharges to ask about and worked examples, plus how to get an accurate fixed quote.
PlanningWhat information is needed for a courier quote?
The details a courier needs to price a job accurately, why each one matters, examples of vague and complete requests, and how wrong dimensions change the price.
PalletsHow to prepare a pallet for courier collection
Check the pallet, stack it square, keep to height and weight limits, wrap and strap it, label two sides and line up loading kit before the courier arrives.
PackagingHow to package fragile items for courier transport
Practical packing methods for glass, ceramics, electronics, artwork and mirrors, plus how to label fragile goods and what courier terms say about poor packing.
PalletsHow many pallets fit in a van?
Typical pallet counts for small, SWB, MWB, LWB and Luton vans, for UK and Euro pallets, plus why payload, height and door openings often set the real limit.
PlanningDedicated courier vs parcel delivery: which should you use?
The real differences between a dedicated courier and a parcel network: handling, speed, cost, size limits, cover and tracking, and when each one makes sense.
BusinessHow to organise time-critical deliveries for your business
Set up who can book, approval limits, standing instructions and contingency plans for line-down and tender deadlines, then measure how your courier performs.
PackagingHow to prepare goods for an urgent courier collection
A practical routine for getting goods ready before an urgent courier arrives: packing, labelling, paperwork, access, a named contact and handover photos.
PlanningCommon causes of courier delays (and how to avoid them)
Why same-day deliveries run late: addresses, access, goods not ready, closed receivers, traffic, weather, customs and drivers' hours, with a fix for each.
PlanningHow same-day courier collections work in the UK
What happens between booking a same-day courier and getting signed proof of delivery: vehicle allocation, driver checks at collection, and what causes delays.
If your question is about a booking you need to make today, the quickest route is a quote request or a call on 020 4525 2039. Answers to shorter questions are on our FAQs page.
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