What is Clarusto Logistics?

Clarusto Logistics is a UK-based freight forwarding and supply chain company, part of Clarusto Group, providing air freight, sea freight, customs brokerage, and end-to-end logistics across 5 continents since 1992.

How long does customs clearance take with Clarusto?

Standard UK import customs clearance typically completes within 24–48 hours when documentation is accurate. Complex or inspection-held shipments may take 3–5 business days.

What are typical international transit times?

Air freight: 1–5 days door-to-door on major lanes. Sea freight (FCL): 14–35 days depending on origin port. Last-mile UK delivery: 1–2 business days after customs release.

Which regions does Clarusto Logistics serve?

Clarusto operates globally with offices in the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Germany, India, and China — covering Europe, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and transatlantic trade lanes.

What is Clarusto Logistics on-time delivery rate?

Clarusto targets a 98% on-time delivery rate across managed supply chain programmes, with real-time milestone tracking from origin pickup to final delivery.

What freight services does Clarusto offer?

Air freight, sea freight, land transport, customs brokerage, customs clearance, warehousing, supply chain management, last-mile delivery, and project cargo handling.

How do I choose between air and sea freight?

Choose air for urgent or high-value shipments (1–5 days). Choose sea for cost-efficient bulk cargo (2–6 weeks). Clarusto can advise on FCL vs LCL based on volume and budget.

Does Clarusto handle customs documentation?

Yes. Clarusto prepares commercial invoices, packing lists, HS codes, and CDS declarations for UK imports and exports, reducing border delays and compliance risk.

What information should I provide for a freight quote?

Share the origin, destination, cargo dimensions, weight, commodity type, preferred transport mode, delivery deadline, and any customs or handling requirements. Photos, packing lists, and commercial invoices help speed up the quote.

Can Clarusto support urgent or time-critical shipments?

Yes. Clarusto can arrange priority air freight, express road moves, and coordinated customs support for urgent shipments, depending on cargo type, route availability, and documentation readiness.

Does Clarusto provide shipment tracking updates?

Clarusto provides milestone visibility across pickup, international transit, customs clearance, and final delivery so teams can plan around shipment status and exceptions.

Can Clarusto manage both imports and exports?

Yes. Clarusto supports UK imports and exports with freight forwarding, customs brokerage, documentation checks, and delivery coordination across air, sea, and road transport.

Gas & NGL Facility Supply (Land & Sea) — project hero

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Case Study · Oil & Gas · Multimodal Project Cargo

Gas & NGL Facility Supply (Land & Sea)

Synchronized land and sea transport for Gas and NGL supply to a major EPC contractor operating across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.

Saudi Arabia · Middle EastClient: Dragados Gulf Construction Co.

Background

This case study covers the consignment of Gas and NGL supply to our client Dragados Gulf Construction Co. — a construction, infrastructure, and engineering company operating in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia.

They typically handle large-scale projects from design through construction and delivery, with a strong focus on offshore industrial and energy projects in remote areas and harsh environments. Their EPC services are backed by a Spanish group active in energy, oil, and industrial mega-projects.

Clarusto’s accredited profile provided a decisive advantage in securing this supply project for Gas and NGL movement through combined land and sea transport.

Objective

Clarusto undertook this project as a prime and significant challenge requiring deep knowledge, exact planning, and disciplined execution. It demonstrates how complex logistics are delivered with available resources and operational efficiency.

As a sub-contract assignment, transporting Gas & NGL alongside heavy machinery was considered one of the most critical tasks. The core requirement was synchronizing dual transport modes for safe and timely delivery.

Land transport initialized shipment of heavy machinery using specialized capability, while sea transport completed the movement safely to destination.

Inland port heavy-lift operation for oversized industrial cargo — Inland port transfer and heavy-lift handling at the land–sea interface.

Transport Mode

LAND TRANSPORT

The foremost mode used to initialize shipment of heavy machinery and oversized project cargo.

Key Activities

Specialized trailers and support vehicles for uploading and offloading oversized loads.
Route surveys conducted ahead of movement.
Planned routing to reduce traffic disruption during peak hours.
Advanced projection technology to avoid delays linked to radius turnings.

Challenges

Assessing and avoiding corridors, sharp cuts, and narrow connectivity.
Confirming favorable road conditions and bridge clearances.
Identifying bottleneck routing and re-routing in advance where required.

Execution

Deployed cranes and lifters capable of handling oversized goods and project modules.
Completed documentation and permits to meet regulatory compliance and avoid haulage delays.
Executed planned transit on a sub-contracted basis to minimize operational risk.
Coordinated experienced workforce to manage critical situations on route.

Oversize load on specialized road transport — Land transport phase — oversize load movement with route-survey planning.

Transport Mode

SEA TRANSPORT

The second and final mode used to complete the entire shipment safely to destination.

Key Activities

Transfer and shift of cargo using relevant lifters, handlers, and support vehicles.
Vessel selection with capacity for oversized loadings and voyage balance.
Full documentation completed for mode-of-transport transfer.

Challenges

Ensuring safe and secured stowage for the full voyage.
Deploying qualified personnel across assessment, evaluation, and execution phases.
Maintaining inventory accuracy at inbound and outbound ports.
Regulating voyage security in line with assessed compliance requirements.

Execution

Seamless handover between transport modes while maintaining security standards.
Checklist-controlled documentation during each mode change.
Early positioning of equipment and vehicles for smooth transition.
Minimized port haulage to avoid extra charges or penalties.
Partner staff briefed on the full shipment procedure end to end.

Heavy-lift vessel carrying industrial module — Sea transport phase — heavy-lift vessel for project cargo stowage.

OUTCOMES — LAND & SEA COORDINATION

Multimodal coordination with seamless transition between inland port handling and sea voyage.
Strict compliance with permits for heavy haulage across all mode changes.
Pre-aligned compliance with Saudi transport laws for each transport leg.
Planned mitigation of safety risk across land and marine interfaces.
Close coordination with port and marine authorities throughout execution.

KEY OUTCOMES

Faster distribution across all modes of conveyance and process stages.
Well-equipped, planned partnership effort across subcontractors and port teams.
Achieved reduction in fuel costing through optimized routing.
Assessed identification of route planning and corridors for heavy loading.
Detailed route surveys conducted and implemented successfully.

Logistics team coordinating shipment operations — Operations coordination and documentation control across the supply chain.

Conclusion

A planned work plan played a vital combined role in achieving target-based deliverance. Teamwork at all levels and coordination-driven execution gave Clarusto a clear edge in global logistics capability.

In-depth planning of machinery and vehicle placements was essential for smooth functionality across break-up routes and mode transitions. The entire shipment was accomplished with no errors and within the desired duration.

PLAN YOUR NEXT MOVE

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