Freight Forwarding & International Transport

Planning, carriers, customs and documentation for cargo moving anywhere in the world.

What a Freight Forwarder Does for You

We organise the whole move: choosing the carrier, booking the space, preparing the documents and clearing customs. Whether you are importing raw materials from Asia, exporting to the EU or feeding a production line, one team handles every leg.

Over 30 years in international trade, partners in more than 100 countries, and AEO certification — the EU's mark for a reliable, secure operator.

Why MEDIAŠPED

Location: minutes from the Port of Koper, the shortest sea route from Asia into Central Europe. Experience: 30 years and thousands of shipments, across automotive, food, chemical and textile supply chains. Independence: we are tied to no single carrier or route. Every shipment gets the option that fits your priority — speed, price, or what the cargo itself needs.

Cargo We Move

• Industrial: machinery, equipment, components, semi-finished goods • Consumer: electronics, textiles, furniture, appliances • Raw materials: metals, timber, paper, plastics, chemicals • Food: fresh produce, frozen and ambient goods • Dangerous goods (ADR): certified for every class • Livestock: horses, cattle and other animals, with the full certificate set • Project cargo: out-of-gauge and heavy lifts

How It Works

1. Enquiry: you tell us the cargo, destination, deadline and any special requirements. 2. Quote: a full breakdown within 24 hours — freight, customs, insurance, documents. No hidden lines. 3. Booking: we reserve the space and start the paperwork. 4. Collection: we arrange pickup from you or your supplier and check the loading. 5. In transit: tracked, with an update whenever anything changes. 6. Customs: our own brokers clear it. 7. Delivery: to the agreed address, with proof of receipt. 8. Documents: the complete file, plus a review of what could be cheaper next time.

Why Koper

Shorter transit: cargo from Asia reaches Koper four to five days before the northern ports, which cuts storage too. Rail inland: direct services into Central Europe, cheaper and cleaner than trucking. Less congestion: smaller throughput than Rotterdam or Hamburg means less waiting and faster clearance. Position: the natural entry point for Austria, Hungary, the Balkans and south-east Europe. Proximity: we are minutes away, so someone can be on the quay when a shipment needs it.

Global Partner Network

Agents in over 100 countries, each one vetted and reviewed. China to the USA, the Middle East to Africa — we can route it.

Complete Documentation

Commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, CMR, B/L, AWB, customs declarations and any special permits your goods need.

Cargo Insurance

Cover from basic to all-risk for high-value goods. If something is damaged we run the claim for you.

Real-Time Tracking

Status, location and revised arrival time around the clock, with automatic alerts when something changes.

Cost Optimization

We compare carriers, advise on Incoterms and look for consolidation. Clients typically save 15–25%.

Personal Approach

One named contact who knows your business, replies within two hours and flags problems before you ask.

Frequently Asked Questions About Freight Forwarding

What's the difference between a freight forwarder and a carrier?

A carrier owns the trucks, ships or aircraft and moves the goods. A forwarder organises the move: choosing the carrier, handling documents and customs, and coordinating everyone from sender to consignee.

What documents do I need for exporting goods?

Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document (CMR by road, B/L by sea, AWB by air) and the export declaration. Depending on the destination and the goods you may also need a certificate of origin (EUR.1 or Form A), a health or phytosanitary certificate, or an export licence. Tell us the lane and we will list exactly what applies.

How long does transport from China to Europe take?

By sea 25–35 days, longer with transshipment; by rail 14–18; by air 3–5; multimodal 20–25. Customs, holidays and port congestion can extend any of them, so we quote realistic dates rather than best cases.

Can you organize transport for small shipments?

Yes. Below a full container or truck we use consolidated transport — LCL by sea, groupage by road — so your cargo shares space and cost with other shipments. The sea minimum is about 1 CBM.

How do you handle urgent shipments?

Priority handling with a reply inside an hour, airline capacity even at short notice, accelerated clearance through our own brokers, and same-day delivery within Slovenia. For small, extremely urgent items we also use courier.

What goods don't you transport?

Illegal drugs, weapons without permits, counterfeits and goods under international sanctions. Dangerous goods (ADR) we do carry — we hold the certificates for every class — but we need to know what it is before it moves. If you are unsure, ask us first.