Relief shipping and Shipping Aid

Since 1995, Mission & Relief has been the trusted provider of international aid and humanitarian transport. With our international transport and logistics experience, we support aid organizations and foundations. We handle the transport of relief supplies to regions where needed. From planning and handling customs clearance to on-site delivery, we take care of the transport of your goods.

Support for humanitarian transports: for more than 30 years

As a provider of humanitarian transport, we offer a complete package of services to ensure the success of your aid transport to the destination area:

  • Transport planning & route analysis: selection of the most reliable routes and means of transport for your cargo.
  • Customs & documents: we take care of all the necessary documents and provide support with handling in all countries where necessary.
  • Storage & temporary storage: we offer safe storage in our modern customs warehouse in Zevenhuizen (near Rotterdam). If need be, we can clear your goods through customs and send them on duty free to the destination of your choice. Mission & Relief can also arrange official sampling from independent third parties for goods going to receiving countries.

Mission & Relief’s services are very extensive in the field of international transport of relief goods. In addition to taking care of the necessary papers for aid transports, we also mediate between organizations in the demand and supply of humanitarian goods.

Thanks to our international contacts, we can see exactly which organizations need each other and we are happy to put them in touch.

Our logistics services include:

  • Temporary storage of relief goods in our logistics centers
  • Large-scale purchase of goods at competitive rates
  • Organization of complete aid transports with our own trucks or via partners
  • Specialist knowledge of customs procedures for transport to various countries

Aid transport and relief goods to places where it is needed

Transporting relief goods requires specific knowledge of the current situation in the country. Our logistics services include the complete transport of relief goods from the Netherlands to the final destination in the country of destination.

We have the correct documentation and expertise to get humanitarian transports across the border efficiently. Our trucks and drivers are experienced in navigating challenging conditions to ensure that the goods arrive safely to the people in need.

Need advice on international transport for humanitarian aid?

Does your foundation or organization need help organizing international transport of relief goods? Or could you use advice regarding logistical challenges when sending goods to humanitarian projects abroad? Mission & Relief is happy to help you, whether it concerns a one-off transport or a structural logistics solution. Our expertise in transporting relief goods is at your disposal. Please contact our expert team without obligation.

About our humanitarian transport services

We have been supporting international aid organizations with aid transports for humanitarian aid for more than 35 years. As a specialized service provider for humanitarian goods transport, we have built up an extensive network in Europe, Africa and Asia.

Our logistical expertise in transporting relief goods to areas in need enables us to offer efficient and reliable solutions to foundations that want to make a difference. With our fleet of vehicles and experienced drivers, we ensure that your shipments are delivered safely and on time.

Frequently asked questions about international transport of relief goods

International aid transport is the transport of relief goods to a country to support the population in the event of a natural disaster, war or other major circumstances. Our international aid transport only takes place after emergency aid has been offered.

Mission & Relief cannot provide for the transport of direct emergency aid. Other organizations, such as the Red Cross, are better equipped for this. However, we can help you with the transport of relief goods in the phase after specialized organizations have provided initial emergency aid.

Humanitarian relief goods include medical supplies, food, clothing, hygiene products and other essential items. Mission & Relief takes care of the transport of all these goods, including large items such as care beds and generators.

We take care of the complete logistical handling, including the necessary documents and customs formalities. Our trucks and drivers know the routes and border crossings. We take the current situation into account to guarantee safe and efficient delivery.

Specific exemptions from certain permits and levies often apply to non-commercial humanitarian transports. Our specialists are fully aware of these regulations and ensure that your aid transport complies with all international customs regulations while we make use of available exemptions.