The Logistics Terminal

What The Logistics Terminal does

The Logistics Terminal (TLT) is a privately held, port-centric third-party logistics (3PL) operator headquartered at Berth 46, Tilbury Docks, within the Port of Tilbury and the Thames Freeport zone in Essex, United Kingdom. The company provides end-to-end logistics services covering receiving, handling, storing, picking, packing, and UK distribution of imported goods, with over 500,000 square feet of internal warehousing (including bonded facilities) and more than 10 acres of external open storage. Its underlying technology stack comprises modern stock control systems with real-time inventory tracking and automated task management, enabling customers to monitor stock levels and track shipments across the supply chain. A related group entity, Triple A Transport Services, supplies an owned fleet of trucks and trailers for haulage and container delivery, allowing TLT to offer integrated port-to-customer distribution. The company also operates a Saw Mill offering precision computer-driven panel cutting for plywood, MDF, and composite materials, plus tongue-and-groove services for flooring and panelling applications.

TLT targets enterprise importers and large-volume businesses seeking to eliminate inland depot handling by storing and distributing goods directly from the point of port arrival. Its strategic positioning inside Thames Freeport provides regulatory advantages including tax reliefs, simplified customs procedures, and streamlined planning, while proximity to London Gateway (DP World) and the M25 gives access to the UK's largest consumer market. The company is a member of the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) and counts Ocean Timber & Plywood Ltd and an unnamed Freight Agency among its named enterprise customers.

Revenue is generated through customised, quote-based 3PL contracts structured as managed services, with pricing tailored to individual customer volumes, throughput, and service requirements rather than publicly disclosed rate cards. Distribution is delivered through a combination of TLT's own vehicles, Triple A Transport Services' owned fleet, and contracted third-party hauliers covering full loads and small consignments across the UK. GTM is sales-led with direct enterprise engagement via phone, email, and website enquiries, supported by thought-leadership content on port-centric logistics and Freeport benefits.

Name

The Logistics Terminal

Legal name

The Logistics Terminal

Website

https://tlterminal.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Logistics Terminal is a UK port-centric 3PL operator based at Port of Tilbury inside the Thames Freeport, offering bonded warehousing, port-to-customer distribution, and panel-cutting services to enterprise importers of timber, sheet materials, and palletised goods.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Transportation and Warehousing (48-49), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412)

SIC

Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Cross-Dock & Transload Operations (Short-Dwell) (TLAIACAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Secure / High-Value Warehousing (Cage/Vault/Controlled Access) (TLAIACAG)

Keywords

• Port-centric logistics
• 3PL warehousing
• Bonded warehousing
• Freight distribution
• Saw mill services

Headquarters

HQ city

West Tilbury

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Services: Comprehensive port-centric 3PL solutions including receiving, handling, storing, picking, packing, and distribution of goods. Services can be provided as individual offerings or as an integrated third-party logistics resource tailored to customer requirements.
2. Transport and Haulage Services: General haulage and container delivery services through Triple A Transport Services, including full load and small consignment traffic, fixed term contractual business, total outsourcing solutions, and full management contracts.
3. Saw Mill and Panel Cutting Services: Panel cutting services using computer-driven saws for precision cutting of plywood, MDF, and composite materials. Also includes tongue and groove saw services for flooring and panelling applications.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

The Logistics Terminal is a port-centric 3PL operator based at the Port of Tilbury within the Thames Freeport, providing receiving, handling, storing, picking, packing and UK-wide distribution of imported goods. It offers more than 500,000 sq ft of warehousing plus over 10 acres of open storage (including bonded warehousing) and an affiliated haulage service (Triple A Transport Services), and adds computer-driven panel cutting and tongue-and-groove sawing for timber, plywood, MDF and composite materials. Services are supplied individually or as a fully integrated third-party logistics package tailored to enterprise importers and large-volume businesses.

Product overview

The Logistics Terminal (TLT) offers a unified port-centric 3PL service platform centered at the Port of Tilbury within the Thames Freeport. The core offering comprises Port Centric Solutions for end-to-end logistics handling, complemented by Warehousing (over 500,000 sq ft of internal storage plus 10 acres external), Distribution through affiliated Triple A Transport Services (fleet of company-owned trucks), and Saw Mill services for panel cutting and tongue & groove processing. Customers receive integrated receiving, handling, storage, picking, packing, and UK-wide distribution services as individual offerings or as a comprehensive third-party logistics package.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Port Centric Solutions Port-centric 3PL solutions covering receiving, handling, storing, picking, packing and distribution of imported goods from the Port of Tilbury, with tax-efficient Freeport storage. Targeted at enterprise importers seeking to eliminate inland depots.
• Warehousing Over 500,000 sq ft of warehousing within the Thames Freeport, including bonded warehousing, plus over 10 acres of open storage for timber, plywood, paper, palletised goods, paving and bricks. Available as standalone storage or as part of an integrated 3PL package.
• Distribution (Triple A Transport Services) General haulage and container delivery services operated by a fleet of company-owned trucks and trailers via affiliated Triple A Transport Services, including full load, small consignment, fixed-term contractual business, total outsourcing solutions and full management contracts across the UK.
• Saw Mill (Panel Cutting) Precision panel cutting services using computer-driven saws for plywood, MDF and composite materials, plus tongue and groove saw services for flooring, panelling and wood joinery applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced freight miles through port-centric storage eliminating inland depot or national distribution centre requirements
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Port of Tilbury (Forth Ports)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTLT is strategically located within the Port of Tilbury, providing integrated port-centric logistics solutions. The partnership enables TLT to offer container collection, devanning, handling, and storage services as part of a comprehensive port ecosystem.
• London Gateway (DP World)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated just a few miles from London Gateway, TLT leverages proximity to this deep-water port with six berths and 3.5 million TEU annual capacity. The partnership provides unique access to major rail networks and the UK's largest consumer market.
• Triple A Transport ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTriple A Transport Services is part of the same group as TLT, providing complementary haulage capabilities. Together they offer a one-stop shop for all warehousing and transport needs, with Triple A operating an extensive fleet of company-owned trucks and trailers.
• UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association)minorOthersTLT displays the UKWA logo indicating membership in the United Kingdom Warehousing Association, demonstrating compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wincanton: One of the UK's largest 3PL providers offering warehousing, transport, and contract logistics across multiple sites. A broader incumbent whose network and scale compete for the same enterprise 3PL contracts TLT targets.
• DHL Supply Chain UK: Global 3PL with significant UK warehousing and dedicated transport operations. Provides overlapping capabilities to TLT but as part of a much wider portfolio serving multinational shippers.
• Kuehne+Nagel UK: Global freight forwarder and contract logistics provider with UK warehousing and distribution. Overlaps with TLT on cross-border import flow and contract logistics services.
• Yusen Logistics UK: Global logistics provider with UK contract logistics and warehousing operations. A broader incumbent with comparable 3PL services for enterprise importers and exporters.
• XPO Logistics UK: Major global logistics provider with UK warehousing and transport operations. A broader incumbent competing for enterprise 3PL spend that TLT also targets.

Direct peers

• Peel Ports Group: Port operator with adjacent logistics and warehousing operations across the UK, including Liverpool and the Manchester Ship Canal. Provides directly comparable port-centric 3PL services to importers.
• Europa Worldwide Group: UK-based freight, logistics, and warehousing specialist. Comparable mid-sized 3PL offering import handling, road transport, and warehousing to UK shippers.
• Maritime Transport: UK-based port-centric container haulage and warehousing specialist. Directly comparable to TLT's combination of port-adjacent storage, container handling, and inland distribution capabilities.
• Uniserve: UK-headquartered freight forwarding and logistics group with warehousing, customs, and distribution. Comparable mid-sized UK 3PL serving large-volume importers.
• Davies Turner: UK freight forwarding and 3PL with warehousing, customs-bonded storage, and distribution. Comparable to TLT in offering integrated domestic supply chain solutions for importers and exporters.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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