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About

One Trusted Partner.
Global Trade Simplified.

Based in the UK, we’re one of the largest privately‑owned international freight forwarding companies and operate from seven locations across the country, including two warehouses located on the M62 corridor.

We’ve been established for over 40 years, specialising in providing our customers with a personal service from start to finish. We arrange shipments by sea, air, road, and rail including, FCL, LCL, break bulk and out‑of‑gauge.

What Makes us Different

Trusted experience

With over 40 years in logistics, Uniexpress delivers personalised service and reliability, adapting to market changes and supporting your business every step of the way.

Dedicated customer care

Our customer‑first ethos means you get a seamless experience, competitive pricing, and proactive support from key account managers who go the extra mile.

Live freight management

Real‑time tracking and milestone updates put you in control, wherever your cargo is – ensuring transparency and peace of mind.

Our Vision

At Uniexpress, our vision is to be recognised as the best at what we do.

We believe that by aiming for excellence, all other achievements and rewards will naturally follow.

Our goal is for every member of our team to feel a sense of pride in representing Uniexpress and in the role that they play within the company. We’re committed to creating an environment across the group where everyone feels heard, valued and respected. Together, we aim to establish long‑lasting relationships built on trust, reliability, and professionalism within our teams and with our customers and partners.

Our Mission

At Uniexpress, our mission is to encourage a culture of continuous improvement, where knowledge, respect, and teamwork drive our success. We’re committed to delivering exceptional service by working with our teams to consistently raise standards, develop shared values, and unlock the full potential of every individual.

Through embracing and adopting our team’s ideas to continuously create small improvements, we aim to better serve our customers so we can consistently exceed their expectations and grow organically.

Uniexpress

Founded by Barry Burrows, Stockport
1986
Chernobyl nuclear disaster
Operated Pembroke docks during strike
1989
Berlin Wall falls
Moved to new offices in Irlam
1990
World Wide Web invented
Michael Fitzpatrick joins
1992
Pakistan wins Cricket World Cup
Moved to Ardwick offices
1994
Amazon founded
Opened Bradford office (Wakefield Road)
1996
Dolly the sheep cloned
Import department launched
1999
Euro currency introduced
Moved to new Ardwick offices
2000
Millennium & 'I Love You' virus
Bradford office moves (Headway)
2002
LinkedIn founded
Supported Iraq embassy project
2003
UK joins Iraq war; Saddam captured
Bradford office moves (Captain Street)
2005
YouTube launched
Turnover exceeds £20m
2008
Obama elected US President
Bradford office moves (Kings Gate)
2014
Flight MH370 disappears
IATA certified; Air Freight department launched
2015
Queen reigns longest in history
Customs department launched
2016
Brexit referendum
Achieved ISO9001 accreditation
2018
Royal wedding - Harry & Meghan
MBO - Michael Fitzpatrick takes full ownership
2020
COVID-19 pandemic
Nikki Campbell returns as MD & Birmingham office opened
2021
Ever Given blocks Suez Canal
£1m net profit
2022
Musk buys Twitter; ChatGPT released
Bought Halifax warehouse
2025
Global Climate Agreement signed
Acquired Service Warehousing Ltd
2026
Strait of Hormuz closed

World Events

Our Core Values

We’re proud of how we treat our customers and colleagues and we’re building a unique environment rooted in loyalty, respect, and shared values. The expectations for how our team should operate are clearly communicated through our core values. This alignment drives us towards achieving the results we’ve set in both our mission and company goals. These values are applied within our teams and in our relationships with our customers and partners.

Development

Commitment to continuous growth, both personally and as a team, striving for excellence and improvement.

Knowledge

The continuous pursuit of learning, understanding, and expertise to enhance both personal and company growth.

Loyalty

A deep commitment to the company, its mission, and the people within it, fostering trust and long-term relationships.

Professionalism

Demonstrating a high standard of work ethics, responsibility, and behaviour, both internally and externally.

Respect

Acknowledging the value, diversity, and contributions of all team members and treating them with fairness and dignity.

Teamwork

Collaborating effectively with others to achieve shared goals, contributing to the collective success of the company.

Our Expertise

At Uniexpress, we offer a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions designed to simplify global trade.

From international freight forwarding and customs clearance to warehousing, distribution, and express courier services, our expertise spans every stage of the supply chain.

With specialist teams across seven UK locations, we deliver tailored support for road, sea, air, and cross‑border operations.

Explore our full range of services to see how we can move your business forward.

YOUR PARTNER IN
GLOBAL LOGISTICS

As one of the UK’s largest independent freight forwarders, Uniexpress combines scale, experience, and personal service to deliver logistics solutions that go beyond expectations. With a strong national presence and a global outlook, we support businesses of all sizes with the knowledge, flexibility, and reliability they need to thrive in international trade. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer care is what sets us apart ‑ and drives everything we do.

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