Storage Solutions:

• Comprehensive Storage Options: We offer a diverse range of storage solutions to meet your specific needs, including ambient storage for general non-hazardous cargo, and specialized areas for oversized cargoes & outdoor materials. We handle a wide variety of cargo, including loose cartons/pallets, jumbo bags/crates/drums, and machinery-ODCs/special containers.
• Long & Short Term Storage: Whether you require short-term overflow storage or long-term warehousing solutions, we offer flexible options to meet your timelines.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Our warehousing solutions are highly scalable, allowing you to adjust your storage capacity based on seasonal demands or business growth. We provide flexible contract terms to accommodate your evolving requirements.
• Secure and Monitored Facilities: Your inventory is safe with us. Our warehouses are equipped with advanced security systems, including 24/7 surveillance, access control, and fire suppression systems. Regular audits and stringent protocols ensure the integrity of your goods. We also offer secure storage options for high-value goods.
• Optimized Layout and Accessibility: Our warehouse layouts are designed for efficient flow of goods, ensuring quick and easy access for receiving, storage, and dispatch. We utilize modern material handling equipment to streamline operations.

Handling and Processing:

• Unloading/Reloading: Our experienced team efficiently handles the unloading of inbound shipments and the reloading of outbound cargo, ensuring smooth transitions within our facilities..
• Palletizing & Shrink Wrapping: To ensure the stability and security of your goods during storage and transit, we offer professional palletizing and shrink wrapping services..
• Order Picking / Sorting: Our efficient processes and experienced personnel ensure accurate order picking and sorting according to your specific requirements..
• JIT Deliveries: We understand the importance of timely deliveries and can facilitate Just-In-Time (JIT) deliveriesto meet your production schedules or customer demands..
• Relabeling / Repacking: We offer professional relabeling and repacking services to meet specific requirements, including changes in branding, packaging updates, or consolidation for onward shipment..
• Kitting & Assembling: Our team can perform kitting and light assembling of products, saving you time and resources in your supply chain..
• Quality Inspections: We can conduct thorough quality inspections on your goods upon arrival or before dispatch, ensuring they meet your specified standards..
• LCL Handling (Neutral & Professional, Consolidation/De-Consolidation): We provide comprehensive LCL (Less than Container Load) handling services. Our neutral and professional approach ensures the integrity of your shipments. We offer efficient consolidation of multiple LCL shipments into full containers for cost-effective ocean freight and de-consolidation of inbound containers for onward distribution..

Inventory Management:

• Tech Integration / WMS: Our advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) - BOXio offers seamless tech integration, providing real-time visibility into stock levels, locations, and movements, empowering you to make informed decisions..
• Inventory Control & Tracking: We implement robust inventory control and tracking procedures, ensuring accuracy and minimizing the risk of stockouts or overstocking. Our WMS provides detailed reporting and analytics on your inventory.
• Customized Reporting and Analytics: We provide comprehensive reports and analytics on your inventory, including stock turnover rates, order fulfillment performance, and storage utilization. This data helps you identify trends and optimize your supply chain.
• Value-Added Inventory Services: Beyond basic storage, we offer services such as kitting, labeling, repacking, and quality checks to meet your specific product preparation needs.

Cross-Docking:

• Streamlined Throughput and Reduced Costs: Our cross-docking services provide a fast and efficient way to move goods directly from inbound (unloading) to outbound (reloading) shipments, minimizing or eliminating the need for traditional warehousing.
• Faster Delivery Times: By bypassing long-term storage, cross-docking accelerates the movement of goods, leading to quicker delivery times for your customers.
• Reduced Handling and Damage: With fewer handling stages, the risk of product damage is significantly reduced.
• Ideal for Time-Sensitive Goods: Cross-docking is particularly beneficial for perishable goods, high-velocity items, and pre-sorted orders destined for multiple locations.

Customs Brokerage & VAT Solutions: Navigating International Trade with Expertise

Navigating the complexities of customs regulations and VAT requirements can be challenging. Our experienced customs brokerage team ensures smooth and compliant international trade operations.

Customs Brokerage:

• Import/Export Clearance: We handle all aspects of import and export customs clearance, ensuring your shipments cross borders efficiently and without delays. We also manage transport from/to the port.
• Compliance & Documentation: We stay up-to-date with the latest customs regulations and ensure your shipments comply with all relevant requirements. We meticulously prepare and manage all required import and export documentation, minimizing errors and potential delays.
• Import Duty & taxes Management: We analyze your import data and identify opportunities to optimize duty payments through various customs procedures and agreements.
• Customs Bonded Storage: Our Bornem warehouse is a qualified bonded warehouse, allowing you to store non-EU goods without paying import duties and VAT until they are released for consumption. This provides significant cash flow advantages.
• Direct & Indirect Fiscal Representation: We offer fiscal representation services to optimize VAT management for your business within the EU. This service allows us to act on your behalf for VAT purposes without you needing a physical presence in the country.

Inland Transportation: Connecting Your Goods to Their Destination

Blackstone Landside Services offers a comprehensive range of inland transportation options to ensure your goods reach their final destination efficiently and cost-effectively.

Trucking, Barge & Rail:

• Versatile Transportation Modes: We provide access to a diverse fleet of trucks, reliable barge services along major waterways, and efficient rail freight options, allowing you to choose the most suitable mode for your cargo and destination. We also offer groupage FTL (Full Truck Load) and LTL (Less than Truck Load) services for efficient transportation of various shipment sizes.
• Flexible Capacity and Coverage: Our extensive network ensures we can handle shipments of all sizes and reach destinations throughout Germany and Europe.
• Optimized Routing and Scheduling: We utilize advanced route planning and scheduling tools to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation.
• Specialized Transport Solutions: We can arrange specialized transportation for oversized, temperature-sensitive, or hazardous goods, ensuring their safe and compliant delivery.

Distribution:

• Efficient Delivery to Multiple Locations: Our distribution services streamline the process of delivering your goods to multiple destinations, whether it's retail outlets, warehouses, or end customers.
• Consolidation and Deconsolidation: We offer consolidation services to combine multiple smaller shipments into larger, more cost-effective loads, and deconsolidation services to break down larger shipments for final delivery.
• Network Optimization: We continuously optimize our distribution network to ensure efficient and timely deliveries.

First-Mile Transport:

• Seamless Collection from Origin: We manage the initial leg of your shipment, ensuring efficient and timely collection of your goods from their point of origin, whether it's a manufacturing facility, supplier, or port.
• Variety of Collection Options: We offer a range of collection options to suit your needs, including Full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and specialized vehicle options.
• Efficient Loading and Handling: Our experienced team ensures proper loading and handling of your goods to prevent damage during transit.
• Coordination with Upstream Logistics: We seamlessly coordinate first-mile transport with other stages of your supply chain, ensuring a smooth flow of goods.

Last-Mile Delivery:

• Final Delivery to Your Customers: We handle the crucial final leg of the delivery process, ensuring your goods reach your customers promptly and in perfect condition.
• Variety of Delivery Options: We offer various last-mile delivery options, including standard delivery, express delivery, and white-glove services, depending on your requirements and customer expectations.
• Real-Time Delivery Updates: We provide real-time delivery updates to both you and your customers, enhancing transparency and communication.
• Focus on Customer Satisfaction: Our professional and reliable last-mile delivery services contribute to a positive customer experience.

Multimodal Transport: Seamless Integration for Optimal Efficiency

Combine the strengths of different transportation modes with our integrated multimodal transport solutions.

Integrated Solutions:

• Combining Modes for Efficiency: We strategically combine different transportation modes, such as trucking, barge, and rail, to create the most efficient and cost-effective solution for your specific shipping needs.
• Single Point of Contact: We manage all aspects of your multimodal shipment, providing you with a single point of contact for seamless coordination and communication.
• End-to-End Visibility: Our transportation management system provides complete visibility over your multimodal shipments, regardless of the modes used.
• Customized Solutions: We tailor our multimodal solutions to your specific requirements, considering factors such as cargo type, destination, time sensitivity, and budget.

Cost-Effective Options:

• Optimizing Costs Through Mode Selection: By strategically selecting the most appropriate transportation modes for each leg of the journey, we can significantly reduce your overall shipping costs.
• Reduced Handling and Transit Times: Multimodal transport can often reduce handling and transit times compared to relying on a single mode for long distances.
• Environmental Benefits: Utilizing more environmentally friendly modes like barge and rail for certain legs can contribute to a greener supply chain.
• Access to a Wider Network: Multimodal solutions provide access to a broader network of transportation options, allowing you to reach more destinations effectively.

Order Fulfilment: From Order to Delivery, Seamlessly Managed:

Let Blackstone Landside Services handle your entire order fulfilment process, allowing you to focus on growing your business.

• Efficient Order Processing: We seamlessly integrate with your e-commerce platform or order management system to receive and process orders quickly and accurately.
• Accurate Picking and Packing: Our experienced warehouse team ensures accurate picking of ordered items and professional packing to protect your products during transit.
• Customized Packaging Solutions: We offer customized packaging options to meet your branding requirements and ensure optimal protection for your goods.
• Timely Shipping and Delivery: We work with a network of reliable carriers to ensure timely and cost-effective shipping and delivery to your customers.
• Returns Management: We can manage the entire returns process, including receiving, inspecting, and processing returned items.

Value Added Services: Tailored Solutions to Enhance Your Products:

Beyond core warehousing and transportation, we offer a range of value-added services to customize your products and streamline your operations.

• Labeling and Relabeling: We can apply or change labels according to your specific requirements, including product labels, shipping labels, and compliance labels.
• Kitting and Assembly: We can assemble product kits, combine individual items into packaged sets, and perform light assembly tasks.
• Repackaging and Bundling: We can repackage your products into different configurations or create special product bundles for promotions or sales.
• Quality Control and Inspection: We can perform quality checks and inspections on your goods to ensure they meet your standards before shipment.
• Custom Documentation and Reporting: We can generate custom documentation and reports tailored to your specific needs.
• Promotional Packaging and Display Preparation: We can prepare your products for promotional campaigns, including applying promotional packaging and assembling point-of-sale displays.

LCL Consoles: Cost-Effective Ocean Freight for Smaller Shipments:

For smaller ocean freight shipments, our Less than Container Load (LCL) consolidation services offer a cost-effective solution

• Sharing Container Space: We consolidate multiple smaller shipments from different shippers into a single full container, allowing you to share the cost of ocean freight.
• Reduced Shipping Costs: LCL consolidation is a more economical option for shipments that don't fill an entire container.
• Regular Sailings and Reliable Schedules: We offer regular LCL consolidation services to major ports worldwide with reliable sailing schedules.
• Simplified Booking and Documentation: We handle the complexities of booking and documentation for your LCL shipments.
• Door-to-Door Service Options: We can provide door-to-door LCL service, managing the entire transportation process from your origin to your customer's destination.

Contact us today to discuss your specific warehousing, distribution, and logistics needs. Let Blackstone Landside Services be your partner in supply chain success.