Defence supply chains rely on trusted logistics partners. As production scales and equipment remains in service for longer, suppliers need responsive transport, secure customs processes and complete visibility across every shipment.
C4 Logistics supports Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, precision engineering companies, electronics manufacturers and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) providers with time-critical transport and specialist customs support across the UK and Europe, and internationally where programmes require.
We understand that defence logistics is built on trust. Our promise is simple. We move production-critical shipments quickly, manage customs compliantly and provide direct access to experienced specialists who understand the importance of security, traceability and reliability.
Defence supply chains are growing rapidly while maintaining some of the highest compliance and security standards of any industry.
As defence manufacturing increases, logistics must keep up. We provide dedicated transport for production-critical components, spare parts, electronics and maintenance equipment, responding quickly when schedules change.
Controlled and dual-use goods require specialist customs expertise. Our team manages declarations, documentation and audit-ready records, helping support compliant cross-border movements while reducing the administrative burden on your team.
Defence logistics depends on trust as much as transport. You work directly with experienced specialists who understand time-critical logistics and customs, giving you one point of contact from collection through to delivery.
As defence manufacturing increases, logistics must keep up. We provide dedicated transport for production-critical components, spare parts, electronics and maintenance equipment, responding quickly when schedules change.
Controlled and dual-use goods require specialist customs expertise. Our team manages declarations, documentation and audit-ready records, helping support compliant cross-border movements while reducing the administrative burden on your team.
Defence logistics depends on trust as much as transport. You work directly with experienced specialists who understand time-critical logistics and customs, giving you one point of contact from collection through to delivery.
Whether you need urgent transport, customs brokerage or complete shipment visibility, our integrated solutions help keep your supply chain moving.
Receive a dedicated road transport quote in under 60 seconds, then book in just a few clicks.
Create import, export, Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) and transit declarations in under two minutes, with automated validation and specialist oversight.
Track every shipment in real time with live status updates, proof of delivery and reporting through one dashboard.
Upload your commercial invoice and our customs specialists complete the declaration, providing real-time clearance updates throughout the journey.
Defence supply chains demand trusted partners, secure handling and complete compliance. Our accreditations and processes help support controlled movements while providing the documentation and traceability customers expect.
Yes. We support the movement of controlled and dual-use goods by managing the required customs documentation, maintaining audit-ready records and ensuring shipments are handled in line with the relevant customs requirements. We’re also transparent about the movements we can support, so expectations are clear from the outset.
Our operations team is available 24/7 and responds within 15 minutes. Depending on the shipment, we can arrange dedicated road transport, onboard courier or air freight to support urgent manufacturing and MRO requirements.
Security and traceability are built into every movement. You have a dedicated point of contact, complete shipment visibility through C4Sight®, documented customs processes and secure handling throughout the journey.
Yes. We support Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers moving goods between the UK and Europe, managing both transport and customs to simplify cross-border trade and reduce delays.
Our specialists manage import and export declarations, controlled and dual-use goods, commodity classification and customs documentation through EasyClear® and Drop & Book, helping reduce administration while maintaining compliance.
Yes. We are Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accredited and Cyber Essentials certified, demonstrating our commitment to customs compliance, supply chain security and information security. We also hold WCA Time Critical membership, are members of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) and operate UKAS management systems.
Yes. We support Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers as volumes grow, providing dedicated transport and specialist customs that scale with your programme while staying secure and compliant.
Yes. Declarations are completed through EasyClear® with complete records and documented processes, supporting customer and compliance audits.
