Thessaloniki - HERMES AGENCIES S.A. (Thessaloniki, Head Office)

Hermes Agencies SA is a seasoned, Northeastern Europe focused logistics and freight forwarding specialist anchored in Thessaloniki, with a founding legacy dating back to 1995. This one-stop shop operator covers the full spectrum of supply chain needs through an integrated portfolio designed to streamline international trade for manufacturers, exporters, importers, and logistics managers. The company is anchored by a strong commitment to compliance, security, and reliability, demonstrated by certifications and memberships that underscore its capability to manage complex cargo flows across multiple modes of transport. Hermes Agencies SA operates as a vertically integrated logistics partner, offering a cohesive suite of services that eliminates the friction often associated with coordinating disparate service providers. The company has built a solid reputation as a trusted partner for end-to-end solutions, combining freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution to create seamless supply chain experiences for its clients. From project cargoes that require careful planning and specialized handling to everyday warehousing and distribution needs, Hermes leverages its breadth of capabilities to tailor bespoke solutions that align with customers’ business goals. The organization is deeply experienced in cross-border operations within Europe and beyond, with a particular strength in handling the administrative and regulatory complexities that accompany international trade. Hermes Agencies SA has earned notable industry recognition, including ISO certification and authorization as a trusted economic operator, reflecting its robust quality management, risk mitigation, and security practices that are critical for maintaining smooth cargo movements in today’s fast-paced market. Its IATA-approved agency status further reinforces its ability to manage airfreight with professional rigor, timeliness, and safety, while FIATA and other professional affiliations provide a broad network and standardized processes that enhance service quality and reliability. Hermes operates a centralized approach to customs clearance across all Greek dry, air, and sea ports, supported by its own EUR 200,000 customs bond, ensuring swift and compliant clearance for diverse cargo streams. The company’s Thessaloniki hub serves as a strategic gateway to the region, enabling efficient coverage of Northeastern Europe while facilitating connections to broader European and international markets. Hermes Agencies SA is also distinguished by a customer-centric service model that emphasizes responsiveness, professional ethics, and operational transparency, reinforced by a robust governance framework led by a seven-member board and a team of highly skilled logistics professionals. As a pioneer in the Greek logistics landscape, Hermes was the first Greek company to obtain Authorized Economic Operator status in 2003, reflecting decades of expertise in security, compliance, and streamlined customs procedures that reduce administrative burden for clients and partners alike. The company’s multi-disciplinary team, numbering around twenty employees, collaborates across departments to deliver cohesive, end-to-end supply chain solutions, from procurement and inbound logistics to distribution and post-shipment support. Hermes Agencies SA’s commitment to continuous improvement is evidenced by its formal quality management practices, ongoing staff training, and a proactive approach to corporate responsibility, ensuring that clients receive reliable service with a focus on ethical business practices and sustainable operations. For organizations seeking a robust, scalable logistics partner capable of handling complex regulatory landscapes, Hermes offers a proven track record of performance, reliability, and value addition across the entire logistics continuum. From the strategic coordination of multi-modal shipments to the precise execution of customs formalities, Hermes Agencies SA positions itself as a dependable, one-stop logistics partner that aligns with Freightcue’s global freight marketplace by delivering trusted, compliant, and competitively priced end-to-end solutions. Freightcue platform perspective: Hermes Agencies SA embodies the end-to-end logistics partner that Freightcue’s global marketplace users seek, delivering compliant, reliable, and cost-efficient solutions across the supply chain.