Frequently asked questions

You can send your request via email, the website, WhatsApp, or by phone. Gelder Logistics will process your request as soon as possible. We will immediately look for the best/most affordable/fastest solution for you. You will receive a quotation by email, which you can sign digitally.

Once you have accepted the quotation, you will receive a confirmation and your order will be booked. The carrier will get to work for you! Before you know it, your shipment will be at its destination.

Gelder Logistics will take care of everything for you for any type of transport, thanks to our large network and extensive knowledge of transport. You can book your order in a snap. By centralizing our purchases, we can always offer competitive rates.

• Extensive network of reliable carriers in the Netherlands and abroad
• Available 24/7 for all your shipments
• Competitive rates through central purchasing

Of course you can. Our coffee is good, you are welcome. If you would prefer an appointment at your location, let us know by email or phone.

Combining multiple smaller shipments is called groupage. For smaller shipments, this is the solution for cost-effective freight transport. When transporting your goods via groupage, Gelder Logistics will combine your smaller shipment with another transport. You will only pay for the transport of your own shipment and not for the use of the entire truck.

Your shipment overseas will first need to be transported to the port. Road transport and sea freight are typically both required for your transport. With Gelder Logistics, you can entrust the entire logistics process, including arranging the connection and customs documentation, to our transport brokers. You will no longer have to worry about it, as Gelder Logistics will secure the road carrier and the freight by ship at a low rate.

Is your shipment being transported by air freight? Road transport is part of the transport, for the transportation of your shipment to the airport. Gelder Logistics will take care of the entire logistics process, and will secure the road carrier and the air transport at a low rate. You will also no longer have to worry about arranging the connection and customs documentation.

Yes, Gelder Logistics is the transport broker for all your shipments and provides both one-off and regular, recurring transport, such as weekly. And whether it is a small amount of loose goods or FTL (Full Truck Load) shipments, Gelder Logistics will take care of your transport from A to Z. Thanks to our broad, international network, we always offer the ideal solution for your transport.

At Gelder Logistics, we treat urgent transport with real urgency. We will therefore provide the desired transport at any time, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Gelder Logistics will take care of your entire transport, including all necessary documentation, such as customs documents and permits. We will also ensure that any connections are smoothly connected. You will benefit from our extensive network of reliable carriers in the Netherlands and abroad.

Intermodal freight transport is a cost-efficient and sustainable logistics method that combines multiple modes of transport, such as trucks, trains, ships, and inland waterways, to move goods seamlessly from point A to point B. The goods remain in the same shipping container throughout the journey, reducing handling requirements, minimizing the risk of damage, and lowering transportation costs.

This makes intermodal transport solutions ideal for long-distance freight shipping, particularly for businesses seeking eco-friendly logistics options. Common examples include using inland shipping for port connections, combined with road transport for last-mile delivery.

As a trusted transportation broker, Gelder Logistics specializes in providing custom intermodal freight solutions tailored to your specific needs. With Gelder Logistics, you benefit from an extensive network, efficient planning, and competitive pricing, ensuring your goods arrive safely and on time.

The weight of a shipping container depends on its type. An empty 20-foot container weighs around 2,200 kg, while a 40-foot container weighs approximately 3,800 kg. For fully loaded containers, the payload capacity matters: a 20-foot container can carry up to 25,000 kg, and a 40-foot container up to 28,000 kg. For heavy loads, specialized high-capacity shipping containers are available. The exact weight depends on the type of container and its cargo.

Standard freight containers come in two primary sizes:

• 20-foot container: 6 meters long, 2.4 meters wide, 2.6 meters high. Capacity: 33 m³, payload: 25,000 kg.
• 40-foot container: 12 meters long, 2.4 meters wide, 2.6 meters high. Capacity: 67 m³, payload: 28,000 kg.

For extra space, high cube shipping containers (30 cm taller) are available. Other options include refrigerated containers (reefers) and open-top containers. These container types are ideal for cost-efficient freight transport.

The number of pallets in a shipping container depends on pallet size and container type:

• A 20-foot container fits up to 11 Euro pallets (120 x 80 cm) or 9 block pallets (120 x 100 cm) in one layer.
• A 40-foot container fits up to 25 Euro pallets or 21 block pallets in one layer.

By stacking, pallet capacity can double, depending on the weight and height of the cargo. Containers are the go-to solution for efficient palletized freight transport.

Gelder Logistics takes care of your container transport logistics from start to finish. After arriving at the port, your goods can be transported via inland shipping, often a more cost-effective and eco-friendly transport solution compared to road freight. Inland waterways provide a cheaper and greener option. Gelder Logistics ensures the most time-efficient and cost-effective intermodal freight solution tailored to your needs.