2024 marks Rutland Worldwide Freight’s 30th anniversary, and over the last three decades, we’ve weathered countless challenges that have disrupted global shipping and the movement of everyday goods

Today, some of the busiest sea routes—like the one linking Shanghai to Amsterdam—are seeing vessels rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope, as ships that once sailed through the Red Sea are now forced to take longer paths. The 2021 Suez Canal blockage, which halted traffic for six days, created a ripple effect across just-in-time manufacturing worldwide

More recently, ongoing drone strikes at the Suez Canal have led shipping companies to adjust their routes, while the pandemic caused global supply chains to grind to a halt in 2020, sending shockwaves throughout the industry. And over the last decade, we’ve experienced the 10 warmest years on record, bringing new climate-related challenges to the sector

Through it all, our team has remained steadfast in ensuring that your freight keeps moving—seamlessly, wherever it needs to go

Rutland Worldwide Freight is an independent, family-run freight forwarding company, established in 1994. Over the years, we’ve earned a solid reputation as a trusted partner for manufacturers looking for a responsive, hands-on freight forwarding team based in the UK

As a family-owned business, we remain fully committed to providing personalized service, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across the globe—whether by sea, air, rail, or road

The team is led by Nick Edwards, FCILT, a seasoned expert in freight logistics, trade compliance, and international shipping. With his background as a former EU Brexit transition advisor, Nick brings deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape and supply chain complexities. He is supported by Jo and Julie, who are responsible for overseeing import clearances, preparing and reviewing critical import documentation (such as bills of lading, cargo invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin), and ensuring compliance with customs requirements.

Together, Nick, Jo, and Julie work to ensure that all necessary documentation is submitted promptly to customs and regulatory bodies, while coordinating with our trusted global partners to ensure the efficient and timely transportation of goods—wherever they need to go. With decades of experience, our small but dedicated team prides itself on delivering a service that is both reliable and flexible, always focused on meeting the unique needs of our clients.

It may sound like a cliché, but the truth is, as a small, family-run business, they genuinely care—about the work they do, and more importantly, about how they do it. This commitment to service is at the heart of everything they do, setting them apart in an industry where attention to detail and reliability matter most.