What Denholm UK Logistics does

Denholm Good Logistics Ltd, trading as Denholm UK Logistics, is a privately held UK freight forwarder and integrated logistics provider headquartered in Liverpool. Founded according to firmographic records in 1866, the firm claims nearly two centuries of continuous operation and serves enterprise and mid-market customers across freight forwarding (sea, air, road), end-to-end 3PL/4PL supply chain management, customs clearance, multi-format warehousing (bulk, FMCG, bonded, port-centric), project forwarding for oversized and energy-sector cargo, port and liner agency services, and carbon offsetting and emissions tracking. Its customer base, drawn from case-study evidence, spans FMCG (Vestey Foods, Lakeland, Compleat Food Group, Untamed, Merchant Gourmet), construction materials (Marshalls, Nicholls & Clarke), manufacturing and industrial (Meridian Steel, Amiblu, Lankelma, Eunisell), retail (an unnamed e-commerce retailer), renewable energy (Sofia Offshore Wind Farm), and consumer goods (Essity).

The firm's underlying technology is a digital platform branded 'Connect' that provides real-time shipment status and location visibility to customers; no proprietary AI/ML models, APIs, or data products are disclosed. Revenue mechanics are built on transaction fees for freight forwarding, managed-service contracts for supply chain management and warehousing, professional services for customs brokerage, and project-based fees for project forwarding and port agency work; pricing is bespoke and quote-based rather than standardised. Go-to-market is sales-led, executed through direct enterprise engagement, website quote requests, and physical offices in the UK, Ireland, China, and Türkiye, supported by content marketing, LinkedIn, X, podcasts/webinars, and industry event participation. The firm holds AEO trusted-trader status, BIFA, RHA, UKWA, IATA, ICS, and BRC memberships, and Bronze Ecovadis certification, and has won BIFA and Mersey Maritime Industry Awards in 2024-2025.

Name

Denholm UK Logistics

Legal name

Denholm Good Logistics Ltd

Website

https://denholm-uklogistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1866

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Denholm UK Logistics is a privately held Liverpool-headquartered freight forwarder and 3PL/4PL provider offering sea, air, and road freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, project forwarding, and carbon tracking to enterprise customers across the UK, Ireland, China, and Türkiye.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Warehousing and Storage (493), Truck Transportation (484)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220)

akta.pro primary industry

Dedicated Transportation / Private Fleet Outsourcing (TLAIAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Real-Time Operational Visibility & Exception Management (TLAEAKAC), Cross-Dock & Transload Operations (Short-Dwell) (TLAIACAI)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Supply chain management
• Customs clearance brokerage
• Warehouse distribution services
• Project cargo logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Liverpool

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Revenue generated from managing transportation of cargo via sea freight, air freight, and road freight services. The company handles the complexities of global transportation, ensuring cargo reaches destinations efficiently and cost-effectively.
2. Supply Chain Management Services: End-to-end 3PL and 4PL logistics solutions tailored to meet unique business demands, providing comprehensive supply chain management.
3. Customs Clearance Services: Expert customs brokerage services ensuring compliance with international regulations and expediting the clearance process to minimise delays at borders.
4. Warehouse & Distribution Services: State-of-the-art warehouse and distribution services including bulk warehousing, FMCG warehousing, bonded warehousing, and port-centric warehousing, providing secure storage and efficient inventory distribution.
5. Project Forwarding Solutions: Specialised logistics services for complex and large-scale shipments, handling project cargo with precision.
6. Port & Liner Agency Services: Facilitation of smooth vessel operations including port logistics, vessel coordination, and documentation management.
7. Carbon Offsetting Solutions: Environmental sustainability services helping customers navigate their journey towards net zero through carbon offsetting.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Denholm UK Logistics (operating as Denholm Good Logistics) provides end-to-end global logistics and shipping services, including freight forwarding by sea, air, and road, 3PL/4PL supply chain management, customs clearance, warehousing and distribution, project forwarding for complex cargo, port and liner agency services, and carbon offsetting solutions. The services are supported by a proprietary digital platform called Connect that offers real-time shipment tracking and visibility.

Product overview

Denholm Good Logistics offers a comprehensive portfolio of logistics and shipping services as a unified platform approach. The core offerings include Supply Chain Management (3PL/4PL solutions), Freight Forwarding (sea, air, road, and consolidation), Customs Clearance, Warehouse & Distribution, Project Forwarding Solutions, Port & Liner Agency, and Carbon Emission Reporting & Tracking. These services are supported by their digital platform 'Connect' for real-time shipment tracking. The company operates with offices across the UK, Ireland, China, and Türkiye, providing end-to-end logistics solutions that integrate seamlessly to serve global supply chain needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Connect: Real-time tracking digital platform for shipment visibility and control.

Products and services

• Supply Chain Management End-to-end 3PL and 4PL logistics solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of businesses, providing comprehensive supply chain management services.
• Freight Forwarding Seamless logistics and shipping services managing global transport needs including sea freight, air freight, road freight, and import/export consolidation, ensuring cargo reaches destinations efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Sea Freight Ocean freight forwarding services for international cargo transport.
• Air Freight Air cargo transport services for time-sensitive international shipments.
• Road Freight Ground transportation services including European road freight and UK road haulage.
• Import & Export Consolidation Cargo consolidation services for import and export shipments to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Customs Clearance Experienced customs clearance team ensuring compliance with international regulations, expediting clearance processes and minimizing delays for seamless border crossings.
• Warehouse & Distribution State-of-the-art warehouse and distribution services providing secure storage and efficient distribution with facilities for bulk, FMCG, bonded, and port-centric warehousing.
• Project Forwarding Solutions Logistic services designed to handle complex and large-scale shipments with precision, whether via road freight or shipping services.
• Port & Liner Agency Port and liner agency services facilitating smooth vessel operations, managing port logistics, vessel coordination, and documentation for efficient port calls.
• Carbon Emission Reporting & Tracking Carbon offsetting solutions and emission tracking services helping clients navigate their journey towards net zero, including carbon emission reporting and tracking capabilities.
• Connect Real-Time Tracking Platform Intuitive digital platform providing unparalleled visibility and control over shipments with real-time information on the status and location of goods.
• Global Services Expansive global logistics services with strategically located offices ensuring seamless and efficient approach to meeting logistics needs across key international markets in UK, Ireland, China, and Türkiye.

Named customers25 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BIFA (British International Freight Association)coreOthersIndustry membership organisation for freight forwarding companies. Denholm Good Logistics is a member and award winner (Sea Freight Forwarder, Ocean Services) with BIFA.
• RHA (Road Haulage Association)coreOthersUK trade association for the road transport industry. Membership demonstrates compliance and industry standards adherence.
• ICS (Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers)minorOthersProfessional body for shipbrokers and logistics professionals. Denholm Good Logistics maintains membership for industry expertise and credentials.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreOthersGlobal trade association for airline companies. IATA membership and accreditation enables Denholm Good Logistics to handle air freight operations internationally.
• AEO (Authorised Economic Operator)coreOthersHMRC-approved trusted trader status providing customs simplification benefits and demonstrating supply chain security compliance.
• UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association)coreOthersTrade association for the warehousing and logistics industry. Membership supports Denholm Good Logistics warehousing and distribution operations.
• BRC (Brand Reputation through Compliance)minorOthersGlobal standards brand for food safety and quality. Accreditation supports FMCG warehousing operations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• GAC Group: Global shipping, logistics and marine services provider with strong port agency and freight forwarding capabilities. Comparable to Denholm particularly in port & liner agency and Middle East/Türkiye exposure.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Mid-sized global logistics provider with air, sea, road freight and contract logistics. Closely comparable mid-market freight forwarder profile to Denholm, particularly in European road freight and customs.
• Expeditors International: Asset-light global freight forwarder specialising in air and ocean freight with customs brokerage. Comparable in service mix to Denholm's freight forwarding and customs clearance offerings, though much larger.
• Yusen Logistics: Global supply chain solutions company offering air/sea forwarding, contract logistics, and customs. Comparable service portfolio to Denholm with stronger Asia-Pacific presence relevant to Denholm's China office.

Broad incumbents

• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders offering sea, air, road, contract logistics and customs services globally. Directly comparable in service mix to Denholm but vastly larger scale and global footprint.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Global freight forwarding and supply chain division of Deutsche Post DHL, offering air, ocean, road freight and customs. Directly competes with Denholm across freight forwarding and 4PL supply chain services.
• DSV: Global transport and logistics company providing air and sea freight, road, and contract logistics solutions. Comparable 3PL/4PL service portfolio to Denholm, with significantly larger scale following acquisitions of DB Schenker.
• XPO Logistics: Large multi-modal logistics provider offering freight transportation, last-mile, and contract logistics in Europe. Comparable European road freight and warehousing footprint to Denholm but at far greater scale.

Regional players

• Wincanton: UK-headquartered contract logistics provider focused on warehousing, transport, and supply chain solutions. Comparable regional UK 3PL warehousing and distribution services to Denholm's UK warehouse offerings.
• Metropolitan Cargo Logistics: Mid-sized freight forwarder and customs broker with UK and Türkiye operations. Closely comparable to Denholm in scale, Türkiye corridor exposure, and customs brokerage focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DGLogisticsUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/denholmgoodlogistics

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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