La Spezia - Salvadori 1919 srl (La Spezia) (Formerly known as Fratelli Salvadori Srl)
La Spezia - Salvadori 1919 srl (formerly Fratelli Salvadori S.R.L.) is a long-established Italian freight forwarding group with a history dating back to 1919. The company is headquartered in Milan and operates through offices in Bologna, Genoa, La Spezia, and Rome, providing a broad national footprint to support both import and export activities. Its operations cover air, sea, and express logistics, supported by a network capable of serving any Italian airport or port. In particular, the firm emphasizes its ability to manage shipments from China, indicating a strong focus on import traffic from the Far East and the United States.
Two strategic logistics locations in Milan and Bologna provide a total of 30,000 square meters of warehousing space. These facilities enable bonded customs clearance and final distribution, underscoring the company’s integrated approach to handling complex supply chains. The organization highlights its core competency in import traffic from the Far East and the USA, reflecting a specialization in cross-border trade and diversified cargo origins.
Air freight operations are supported by an experienced team and long-standing relationships with major air carriers, with the company noting its IATA membership dating back to 1946, positioning Salvadori as a recognized player in the international air cargo arena.
In maritime logistics, the firm leverages strong ties with leading shipping lines to deliver comprehensive sea freight services, including LCL and FCL, as well as consolidation and handling within Italy. Its worldwide partnerships enable door-to-door solutions across global destinations and for various product types.
Express and ecommerce services are also offered, with collaborative options for courier services to optimize each shipment. The company references an array of recognized partners (such as DHL, FedEx, PALLETWAYS, SDA, TNT, UPS) to support expedited deliveries and ecommerce fulfillment. A notable subsidiary, Badiali 1897 srl, specializes in industrial packaging (wooden crates, cages, and pallets), while a new Pony service in Bologna provides rapid last-mile delivery within the city. The business model also highlights a willingness to assist with questions and customer support through a dedicated line dedicated to service availability.
Additionally, Salvadori emphasizes capabilities in specialized transport, including the shipment of tropical fish by air, indicating a level of expertise in handling sensitive, live cargo. The combination of Italian offices, extensive warehousing, bonded clearance, and a diverse service portfolio demonstrates Salvadori 1919 srl’s commitment to providing end-to-end logistics solutions across air, sea, and express channels.
