Unisystems Freight (UK) Ltd
Unisystems Freight (UK) Ltd is a long-established family freight forwarder based in Witham, Essex, United Kingdom. Founded in 1989 by Alan Collins, the company has grown over more than three decades to become a respected player in the logistics sector. In 1994, the founder’s son Russell joined the business, reinforcing the family-led approach that has guided the company through years of development.
The head office operates from a 50,000 square foot warehouse on a 1.5 acre fully gated site, with operations running 15 hours per day. The company is HMRC approved for several key roles, including ETSF (Export Temporary Storage Facility), Bonded Warehouse operations, FHDDS e-commerce warehousing, and AEO status for customs and security processes. These approvals underscore its capability to manage complex compliance requirements in international trade.
Unisystems offers a broad range of services centered on warehousing, storage and distribution, as well as international transport. Core freight capabilities include Air Freight and Sea Freight, enabling customers to move goods efficiently across borders. The organization also supports global cross-trade activities and maintains a dedicated customs team with out-of-hours options to handle urgent or time-sensitive shipments.
A notable focus is on e-commerce logistics, with facilities and processes designed to support online retail operations. The company provides a full suite of e-commerce services such as pick, pack, re-work, repair and returns processing, and operates a web-based Warehouse Management System (WMS) to give clients visibility and control over inventory and tasks. The warehousing and distribution capabilities are complemented by import operations for FCL and LCL shipments, including LCL consolidations from China to the UK, and dedicated teams for FBA Amazon import activity, signaling a strong emphasis on e-commerce integration and multi-channel logistics.
The combination of warehousing infrastructure, customs expertise, and a service portfolio that includes import-oriented LCL/FCL activities positions Unisystems Freight (UK) Ltd as a flexible partner for businesses seeking reliable, compliant, and scalable logistics solutions in the UK and beyond.