The UK remains one of the most important export markets for the Netherlands. Especially sectors such as construction, food, chemicals, retail and pharma rely on fixed deliveries by full trailer.
However, new customs procedures are mandatory due to the Brexit:
FTL transport is therefore not only a matter of logistics, but also of administrative precision and border management, and that is exactly what Neele-Vat excels at.
The process consists of six carefully tuned steps, with which Neele-Vat guarantees speed and compliance.
When booking an FTL shipment, Neele-Vat immediately checks the required documents:
The Neele-Vat customs department can prepare and digitally process all documents on behalf of the customer.
Before the truck departs, an export declaration (EX-A) is filed with Dutch customs.
The goods are then electronically released for export.
Neele-Vat handles this operation entirely in-house through its AEO-certified customs office in Rotterdam, so shipments are processed quickly and correctly.
FTL shipments depart daily from Neele-Vat's Rotterdam, Venlo and Antwerp branches for England via fixed ferry and shortsea routes:
The average transit time is 24 to 48 hours, depending on the connection chosen.
Each FTL shipment is registered in advance in the UK’s Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) system.
Neele-Vat generates a Goods Movement Reference (GMR) for this purpose, allowing the driver to cross the border without any physical wait time.
Thanks to real-time links with UK customs systems (CDS), import declarations are also submitted in advance so there is no downtime on arrival at the port.
Upon arrival in England, the shipment is delivered directly to the recipient.
The customer receives a digital Proof of Delivery (POD) and customs clearance, including all documentation in a single, easy-to-read report.
After unloading, the truck can carry a return load back to the Netherlands.
Neele-Vat then handles the re-import declaration or the required T1 document. This ensures that the transport process remains circular, efficient, and fully compliant with the law.
The UK remains one of the most important export markets for the Netherlands. Especially sectors such as construction, food, chemicals, retail and pharma rely on fixed deliveries by full trailer.
However, new customs procedures are mandatory due to the Brexit:
FTL transport is therefore not only a matter of logistics, but also of administrative precision and border management, and that is exactly what Neele-Vat excels at.
The process consists of six carefully tuned steps, with which Neele-Vat guarantees speed and compliance.
When booking an FTL shipment, Neele-Vat immediately checks the required documents:
The Neele-Vat customs department can prepare and digitally process all documents on behalf of the customer.
Before the truck departs, an export declaration (EX-A) is filed with Dutch customs.
The goods are then electronically released for export.
Neele-Vat handles this operation entirely in-house through its AEO-certified customs office in Rotterdam, so shipments are processed quickly and correctly.
FTL shipments depart daily from Neele-Vat's Rotterdam, Venlo and Antwerp branches for England via fixed ferry and shortsea routes:
The average transit time is 24 to 48 hours, depending on the connection chosen.
Each FTL shipment is registered in advance in the UK’s Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) system.
Neele-Vat generates a Goods Movement Reference (GMR) for this purpose, allowing the driver to cross the border without any physical wait time.
Thanks to real-time links with UK customs systems (CDS), import declarations are also submitted in advance so there is no downtime on arrival at the port.
Upon arrival in England, the shipment is delivered directly to the recipient.
The customer receives a digital Proof of Delivery (POD) and customs clearance, including all documentation in a single, easy-to-read report.
After unloading, the truck can carry a return load back to the Netherlands.
Neele-Vat then handles the re-import declaration or the required T1 document. This ensures that the transport process remains circular, efficient, and fully compliant with the law.
FTL transport is ideal when you:
Neele-Vat guarantees full compliance with EU and UK regulations thanks to its certifications:
In addition, KPIs such as timeliness, error-free documentation and damage-free transport are continuously monitored.
Our true strength lies in our employees, whose innovation and personal approach make us a leading global logistics company. They are dedicated to delivering on promises and providing customer-oriented solutions to every logistics challenge.
In addition, our unique family of several specialized companies forms our backbone. This combination of knowledge and experience not only makes us versatile, but also strengthens our resilience. Each department contributes to the growth and success of Neele-Vat, all united by a common vision and commitment.
As one cohesive family business, we are ready to take on any challenge and support our customers around the world.
Learn more about our people here.
These organizations are part of our family. They are local heroes with their own specialization, active in various regions worldwide. Thanks to their local knowledge and expertise, they offer customized solutions that reinforce our collective strength.
Neele-Vat combines FTL road transport with alternative modes:
This multimodal approach offers customers an optimal balance between speed, sustainability and cost control.
A Dutch supplier of building materials transports full trailers weekly to customers in Birmingham. Working with Neele-Vat, all export and import formalities were arranged digitally in advance. This reduced the transit time from 72 to 46 hours, with zero border delays in six months.
