Piraeus - A.C. PHOENIX GLOBAL FREIGHT GROUP S.A. (Piraeus, Head Office) (Formerly known as A.C. PHOENIX ECTS LIMITED)
PHOENIX GLOBAL FREIGHT GROUP S.A. (Formerly known as A.C. PHOENIX ECTS LIMITED) was established in 1991 in Piraeus, Greece, and has developed into a leading independent freight forwarder with a focus on global multi‑modal cargo transportation, logistics, and supply chain management. The head office in Piraeus coordinates a network of offices and facilities across Greece, including at key locations such as Piraeus Port, Athens Airport, Thessaloniki Port and Airport, as well as regional presence in Sofia, Bulgaria, Skopje, North Macedonia, and other Balkan markets. The group emphasizes compliance with statutory, legal, financial, and environmental norms, and aligns its operations with high standards of ethics and quality management.
PHOENIX handles a broad spectrum of freight and transport modes. Core capabilities include land and intermodal transportation (FTL/LTL), ocean freight for FCL and LCL shipments, airfreight, and shipments requiring handling of dangerous goods. The company also manages ISO container tanks, road tankers, temperature‑controlled freight, Ro/Ro and break‑bulk operations, and project transports. Additional services cover customs clearance, warehousing, third‑party logistics (3PL), and international trade terms such as FCA and EXW, with delivery terms including DAP and DDP. The service design emphasizes bespoke solutions tailored to customer needs.
Key differentiators cited by the group include a strong regional footprint across Greece and the Balkans, expertise in shipping, logistics, and supply chain management, and formal recognition as an Approved Economic Operator (AEO) under EU regulations. PHOENIX has invested in quality standards over the years, achieving ISO certifications (the firm notes early ISO certifications dating back to the 1990s) and environmental management credentials since 2004. It has also pursued certifications related to GDP compliance, ambient and cold chain transport for medicinal products, and the handling of dangerous goods. The company maintains its own premises, including a container terminal and consolidation warehouses, along with an in‑house trucking operation. A multidisciplinary team of university‑educated, multilingual staff supports daily cargo movements through regional routes and cross‑border shipments to adjacent Balkan markets.
The organization presents itself as an independent freight forwarder that emphasizes knowledge, ethical practices, and reliable execution. Its leadership highlights the ability to deliver integrated solutions with accountability, respect, trust, and simplicity at the core of its operations. The narrative emphasizes the importance of dependability, flexibility, and quality in meeting evolving supply chain needs, particularly in a dynamic European and Mediterranean logistics landscape. The Piraeus HQ maintains active engagement with industry developments and news updates, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement and customer‑centric service delivery.
Overall, PHOENIX GLOBAL FREIGHT GROUP S.A. positions itself as a comprehensive, compliance‑driven freight forwarder with a robust network, multi‑modal capabilities, and a portfolio of services spanning import/export logistics, warehousing, customs, and temperature‑controlled transport. The company emphasizes its Balkan and Southern European presence, industry certifications, and its ability to design tailored logistics solutions for complex supply chains.
PHOENIX GLOBAL FREIGHT GROUP S.A. – Piraeus HQ
Akti Miaouli 85,
PIRAEUS 185 38 GREECE
Tel: +30 210 4290444
