Aerospace

• Undoubtedly the no.1 Aerospace Agency in Malta
• In-house dedicated team specifically trained to handle time-sensitive aerospace shipments
• Integration with supply chains to facilitate the handling of multi-supply orders
• Located minutes away from Malta International Airport & Cargo Section
• Operating a 24/7 availability service

Airfreight – Special Cargo

On Board Courier

• Hand-Carry service for just in time production lines & sensitive cargo
• Handling last minute orders just hours away from a flight
• Organising on board couriers for hand deliveries door-to-door to any destination

Film Rushes

• A facilitating division specialising in the film and movie industry
• Providing freight & courier services both locally and internationally
• Network of freight agents worldwide predominantly specializing in the needs of the film industry
• Carriage of film rushes, wardrobe, grips & lighting gear, props, make-up and other requirements
• Processing of all customs documentation and ATA Carnets as necessary
• 24/7 Project Management

Firearms

• Organising shipments of fire arms to/from Malta via a selective database of specialised agents
• Obtaining the necessary authorisations and certificates from the authorities
• Ensuring compliance with airline regulations, police and airport security
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Human Remains

• Carriage of Human Remains to any destination by air
• Database of authorised undertakers
• Organisation of necessary paperwork, bookings & prior arrangements with the airlines
• Ensuring compliance with airline regulations
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Perishables

• Transportation of Time & Temperature sensitive goods is one of our core services
• Carriage of commodities originating from Healthcare, Food & Beverage and Plant industry
• Offering effective handling techniques for chilled and frozen products
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Livestock

• Carriage of live animals by air in the most humane & expedient method of transport
• Ensuring both safety & animal welfare with all regulatory issues pertaining to air transport
• Advice on the proper containers required depending on the animal species
• Ensuring compliance with airline regulations
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Hazardous Cargo

• Safe carriage of Dangerous Goods by air
• Independently trained staff to full IATA, ICAO & ADR standards
• Full compliance with airline regulations
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Re-Packing

• Re-packing of transit cargo for different modes of transport
• Professional packers to cater for outsized cargo and shrink wrapping
• Preparing your cargo for International transport and suitably packed
• Offering a 24/7 service of re-packing for your cargo

Insurance

• Marine Insurance coverage through our Group Insurance Brokers
• Quoting All Risks insurance for nearly all types of commercial cargo
• Standard Premiums for values of up to € 500,000 in value *

* specific premiums can also be worked out for values over € 500,000 upon request.

Airfreight – Charter

• Experienced team of Professionals
• Negotiation on aircrafts of all sizes, from Helicopters to Business Jets & B747s
• Extensive knowledge gained across all sectors of the aviation industry
• Offering realistic advice on the best solution to your specific charter requirements
• Proper guidance about options available on costs to fit your budget

Airfreight – Export

• Excellent reputation with all major airlines operating to/from Malta
• Negotiation of favorable rates to offer our customers
• Airfreight export to any destination via our extensive network of global freight forwarders
• Located minutes away from Malta International Airport & Cargo Section
• Accepting payment on Prepaid basis and Charges Collect at destination
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

Airfreight – Import

• Backed by a network of freight forwarders having Global Coverage
• Co-ordinating and monitoring any type of shipment with timely scheduled deliveries
• Offering weekly consolidation services from various European countries
• Handling all terms such as Ex-works, FOB, FCA etc.
• Certified I.A.T.A and F.I.A.T.A cargo agents

About

The Cargo Division is set up to handle a full range of services associated with worldwide freight logistics and transportation.

Our extensive network of international forwarding agents combined with the latest technology enables us to offer a comprehensive yet personal service to all of our clients.

Please click on any topic within our cargo menu to find out more about your specific area of interest.

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Warehousing

Since we are actively concentrating on Groupage Trailer & Container services, we operate a dedicated Bonded Warehouse in the Groupage Complex Terminal.

• Operating a dedicated Bonded Warehouse in the Groupage Complex Terminal
• Professional un-stuffing of trailers & containers in our highly organised racking system
• Strict control of all movements within the bonded warehouse
• Electronically linked to our offices in Luqa and to local customs alike

Transhipments

Whatever the mode of transport, Thomas Smith is geared up to handle transhipments of any size to any destination.

• Geared up to handle Transhipments of any size to any destination
• Vast experience in the fields of Oil & Gas equipment, Ships Spares and Cruise Liner supplies
• Transit cargo as first point of entry into the EU
• All documentation requirements via our in-house customs brokerage department

Trailers

Thomas Smith & Co. Ltd, together with a well established Italian Trailer operator offer a rapid transit time service from mainland Europe to Malta.

• Strategically positioned depot near Genova Port in Italy offering
  • Groupage Shipments
  • Full Load Dry Trailers
  • Reefer Trailers
• Fleet of 600 Trailers (Box – Tilt Canvas – Reefer)
• Able to carry a diverse assortment from general dry cargo to  refrigerated or temperature controlled freight
• Door to Door service
• Fully abreast of different customs procedures and documentation