International Freight Transport
Reliable International Freight Transport
From loading to delivery – international freight transport you can rely on!
Reliable international freight transport requires careful planning, knowledge of transport regulations, and experience in international logistics routes.
At A-ES Logistics, we organise safe and efficient cargo transportation across Europe and beyond. Our logistics specialists analyse each shipment individually and select the most suitable transport route to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.
To reduce overall transit time, we carefully plan every stage of the route, including loading, transportation and unloading operations.
Because every shipment is different, international freight transport requires selecting the most suitable mode and route to ensure cargo reaches its destination safely and within the required delivery timeframe.
Types of International Freight Transport
To organise efficient international freight transport, different transport solutions are used depending on cargo volume, delivery deadlines and route specifics.
We provide our customers with the following types of international freight transportation:
Full Truckload Transport (FTL)
Full-truckload transport means that the entire cargo space of a truck is used for a single client’s shipment.
The cargo occupies the vehicle’s full loading capacity or uses the maximum available cargo space.
When organising full-truckload transport, several factors must be considered, including transit countries, fuel prices, route distance, road tolls, and driver working time regulations.
These factors allow logistics specialists to plan the most efficient route and ensure timely delivery.
To ensure efficient international freight transport, logistics specialists carefully plan routes in advance, taking into account public holidays, route restrictions and other logistical limitations that could cause delays.
In some cases, routes may include both road and sea transport segments, allowing cargo delivery to be optimised and completed more efficiently.
Less-than-Truckload (LTL) transport
Less-than-truckload (LTL) transport, also known as groupage transport, combines shipments from multiple clients into a single transport route.
During the same route, the vehicle may stop at multiple loading and unloading locations to collect or deliver cargo.
This type of international freight transport is an efficient solution for companies that need to ship smaller cargo volumes across countries without requiring a full truck.
Planning groupage transport can be more complex, as logistics specialists must coordinate multiple shipments, different loading points and delivery schedules.
Route adjustments may sometimes be necessary to ensure that every shipment is delivered according to plan.
To ensure safe and efficient international freight transport, logistics specialists must respond quickly to changes and carefully manage the entire transport route from the first loading location to the final delivery point while adhering to transport regulations in each country along the way.
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International freight transport is organized across different regions, with each route featuring its own logistical details, transportation regulations, and delivery timelines.
A-ES Logistics provides international freight transport across Europe, Asia and other global logistics regions.
Each region has its own transport routes, regulations and delivery conditions, which is why shipments are planned individually depending on the destination.
Below are the regions where we organise cargo transportation and logistics solutions:
International freight transport Scandinavia
Freight transport to Scandinavian countries often involves longer routes and integrated logistics solutions, with road transport linked to ferry connections from the Baltic region.
Main destinations include:
- Sweden
- Finland
- Norway
- Denmark
These routes are commonly used for regular cargo deliveries between the Baltic States and Northern Europe.
International freight transport Baltic States
The Baltic region plays an important role in European logistics, acting as a connection point between Scandinavia, Central Europe and Eastern Europe.
Cargo transport within the Baltic region is mainly organised by road transport, providing both FTL and LTL shipments.
Main destinations include:
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Estonia
Due to shorter distances and developed road infrastructure, deliveries in this region are typically fast and flexible.
International freight transport Central Europe
Central Europe is one of the most active logistics regions, with manufacturing hubs, logistics centres and distribution warehouses concentrated there.
Freight transport in this region is mainly organised by road transport.
Main destinations include:
- Germany
- Poland
- Czech Republic
- Austria
- Slovakia
- Hungary
These countries are important transit and trade partners for the Baltic region.
International freight transport Eastern Europe
Freight transport to Eastern Europe often requires additional logistics planning due to border procedures and customs regulations.
These routes require careful documentation and route planning to ensure smooth cargo movement.
Main destinations include:
- Ukraine
- Moldova
- Belarus
- Russia
International freight transport in Asia
A-ES Logistics coordinates cargo transportation between Europe and various Asian regions using road, rail, sea, and air transport.
Transport routes to Asia often involve combined logistics solutions and multiple transit countries.
Main destinations include:
- Kazakhstan
- Uzbekistan
- Kyrgyzstan
- China
- Georgia
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
North America / USA
Freight transport between Europe and North America is mainly organised using sea and air transport due to the long distances between the regions.
These routes are commonly used for international cargo shipments between European logistics hubs and the United States.
Main destinations include:
- United States
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International Freight Transport Pricing
The cost of international freight transport depends on several factors:
- cargo dimensions
- weight
- transport distance
- route complexity
- and additional logistics services
Below are indicative pricing examples for different types of cargo transport.
Oversized Cargo Platform
Price from: €0.60 – €1.2 / km
Additional costs may apply depending on cargo size, weight and transport requirements.
Curtain-Side Truck (Tautliner)
Within Riga city limits: €35 / hour
Outside Riga: from €0.70 / km
How International Freight Transport Pricing Is Calculated
International freight transport involves multiple operational stages, including route planning, cargo handling, documentation preparation and transport coordination.
The final transport price is determined based on several factors:
- cargo size and weight
- transport distance and route complexity
- loading and unloading requirements
- border procedures and documentation
- seasonal transport demand
To receive an accurate price calculation, we recommend contacting our logistics specialists or using the LDM calculator below.
If your shipment involves customs procedures, you can also estimate potential import charges using our customs duty calculator.
The exact customs duties applied to imported goods depend on the product’s HS code, which can be verified in the TARIC system.
While the calculator offers a rapid and convenient overview of potential import costs, it is based on a simplified calculation model and should be used for indicative purposes only.