🌐 SwiftCargo Global Logistics β€” IATA Accredited Β· ISO 9001:2015 Certified Β· Operating since 1998
Our Story & Mission

25 years of moving what matters.About SwiftCargo

Founded in London in 1998, SwiftCargo has grown from a specialist air freight broker into one of the world's most trusted full-service logistics companies β€” serving clients in over 180 countries across every transport mode.

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Our Story

Built on trust, delivered with precision.

SwiftCargo Global Logistics was founded in 1998 by a small team of freight specialists with a single conviction: that reliable, transparent logistics should be accessible to businesses of every size. Starting as a specialist air freight broker at London Heathrow, we built our reputation shipment by shipment.

By 2005, we had expanded into ocean freight and established our first bonded warehouse in Rotterdam. The following decade saw us build out road freight capabilities across Europe and open regional hubs in Dubai, Singapore, and Johannesburg β€” giving us genuine boots-on-the-ground expertise in every major trade corridor.

Today, SwiftCargo operates across all transport modes with 3,200+ employees in 28 countries, serving clients from sole traders shipping their first export to FTSE 100 corporations managing complex global supply chains. Our founding principle β€” your cargo moves as if it were our own β€” has never changed.

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1998Founded in London, UK
Company History

Key milestones since 1998.

25 years of growth, expansion, and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

1998

Founded in London

SwiftCargo established at London Heathrow as a specialist air freight brokerage. First 12 months: 800+ consignments, zero claims.

2001

IATA Cargo Agent Accreditation

Awarded full IATA accreditation β€” unlocking direct airline relationships and expanding capacity to 60+ destinations.

2004

Ocean Freight Division Launched

Expanded into FCL and LCL ocean freight with weekly departures on Asia–Europe and Transatlantic lanes.

2007

Rotterdam Bonded Warehouse Opens

First SwiftCargo bonded warehouse facility opens in Rotterdam β€” 45,000 sq ft of EU duty-suspended storage.

2010

Dubai & Singapore Regional Hubs

Opened Middle East hub in Dubai Jebel Ali and Asia Pacific HQ in Singapore β€” establishing genuine regional expertise.

2014

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

All operations certified to ISO 9001:2015 following independent audit. Quality management system rolled out globally.

2017

TrakSphere Live Tracking Platform

Launch of proprietary TrakSphere real-time tracking portal giving clients full visibility at every shipment checkpoint.

2019

Africa Expansion β€” Johannesburg & Accra

Established dedicated Africa operations centres in Johannesburg and Accra, serving the continent's fastest-growing trade lanes.

2023

SwiftGreen 2030 Launched

Announced net-zero carbon commitment and launched SwiftGreen 2030 sustainability programme with 35% emissions reduction in Year 1.

Leadership

The team behind every shipment.

Over 120 years of combined logistics expertise driving our global operations.

CEO
James Whitmore
Chief Executive Officer

25 years in global logistics. Former MD at DHL Express Europe. Founded SwiftCargo in 1998 and has led its growth into 28 countries.

COO
Sarah Okafor
Chief Operations Officer

20 years in supply chain management. Oversees day-to-day operations across all 28 countries and manages our 3,200-strong global team.

CFO
Marcus Chen
Chief Financial Officer

Former VP Finance at Kuehne+Nagel. Joined SwiftCargo in 2012 and has managed the company through four consecutive years of record growth.

CTO
Priya Nair
Chief Technology Officer

Engineering background from MIT. Built SwiftCargo's proprietary TrakSphere platform and leads our digital transformation strategy.

Our Values

What we stand for every day.

Six principles that guide every decision, every interaction, and every shipment we handle.

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Reliability Above All

We do not make promises we cannot keep. Our 98%+ on-time delivery rate is the product of meticulous planning, not luck β€” and we hold ourselves accountable when things go wrong.

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Radical Transparency

No hidden fees. No vague statuses. Every client gets live tracking, honest communication, and clear pricing. If something goes wrong, we tell you immediately β€” not after the fact.

03
People-First Culture

Our 3,200 employees are our greatest asset. We invest in training, career development, and wellbeing β€” because motivated, knowledgeable people deliver better outcomes for clients.

04
Global Mindset

We operate with genuine cultural intelligence. Our teams across 28 countries bring local knowledge to every interaction β€” so your cargo is never treated as just another consignment.

05
Innovation in Motion

From our TrakSphere platform to AI-powered route optimisation, we invest 4% of annual revenue in technology to ensure our clients always have access to the best logistics solutions available.

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Responsible Growth

Growth is only meaningful if it is sustainable. Our SwiftGreen 2030 programme commits us to net-zero operations while supporting economic development in the communities we operate within.

Accreditations

Certified to the highest standards.

Independently verified quality, compliance, and security credentials across all operations.

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ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System certification covering all SwiftCargo operations globally. Audited annually by Bureau Veritas.

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IATA Accreditation

Full IATA Cargo Agent accreditation β€” our licence to operate direct airline relationships and handle all cargo categories.

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AEO-F Status

Authorised Economic Operator β€” Full certification, enabling fast-track customs clearance across 70+ countries for lower-risk treatment.

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GDP Certification

Good Distribution Practice certification for pharmaceutical and life sciences logistics β€” our cold chain operates to the highest regulatory standard.

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Sustainability

SwiftGreen 2030: Net-zero by 2030.

Logistics has a carbon footprint we take seriously. Our SwiftGreen 2030 programme is our commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across directly controlled operations within this decade β€” without compromising on reliability or cost.

Carbon Emissions Reduction (vs 2020 baseline)35%
Renewable Energy in Warehouses62%
Road Fleet Electric / Hybrid28%
SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) Uplift18%
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Net-Zero by 2030

Science-based targets aligned with Paris Agreement 1.5Β°C pathway.

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100% Renewable Warehouses

All 34 facilities on 100% renewable electricity by 2027.

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Zero-Emission Fleet

Full transition to electric and hydrogen road vehicles by 2030.

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Ocean Biofuel Programme

25% biofuel blend on all partner ocean sailings by 2026.

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