Logistics

Whether you’re shipping a small package of lithium batteries or a full container of ADR-classified goods, Special Cargo Services can support the entire logistics process. We offer a comprehensive package of end-to-end solutions for the handling of dangerous goods, covering storage, packaging, transport, and customs clearance. Thanks to our deep expertise and strategically located hubs at Schiphol, Rotterdam, and Houston (USA), we ensure your hazardous materials are transported and stored safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with international regulations.

Our logistics services

We support your supply chain with:

  • Storage: certified, secure warehousing for all ADR classes, including lithium batteries (PGS 37-2) and radioactive materials
  • Packaging: fully compliant with ADR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code; including repackaging and reconditioning
  • Transport: national and international transport by road, air, and sea; including licensed transport of radioactive materials
  • Customs services: complete handling of all necessary customs formalities and documentation
  • Consulting: practical advice on complex logistics challenges and regulatory compliance

Specialists in special transports

In addition to conventional dangerous goods shipments, we specialize in high-risk, high-complexity logistics:

  • Radioactive materials: licensed ADR transport of Class 7 substances within the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
  • Lithium batteries: transport ranging from small packages to bulk shipments, in full compliance with current (IATA) regulations.
  • Explosive materials: certified storage and transport under the Dutch Civil Explosives Act.
  • Medical shipments: fast, temperature-controlled solutions for isotopes and other sensitive medical goods.

Going the extra mile

At Special Cargo Services, we’re more than just a logistics provider: we’re your partner in dangerous goods logistics. We think proactively, resolve problems quickly, and monitor every step to ensure safety, quality, and full compliance. As an E-recognition holder for air freight, we can also assume legal responsibility for your shipments, removing risk and complexity from your side of the equation.

Moving forward safely, together

Looking for a partner who doesn’t just execute, but genuinely collaborates? Special Cargo Services works with you. Whether it’s a routine shipment or a complicated custom job, our experts are ready to guide the process from A to Z. Get in touch with our team and discover how we can solve your logistics challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which countries do you provide logistics services?

We operate globally, supported by our overseas offices and our international partner network. For international shipments, contact us to discuss what’s possible.

How quickly can you pick up or ship a consignment?

In many cases, we can arrange pickup or dispatch within 24 hours, depending on the location and type of dangerous goods involved.

Do you also offer training for working with dangerous goods?

Yes, we provide training across all areas related to our logistics services, including ADR, PGS 15, and IATA DGR.

Can you provide custom training for my team?

Absolutely. We offer tailor-made training programs fully adapted to the needs of your team and specific operational requirements.