Who are the freight forwarders from the UK to Kenya?
If you are looking to ship cargo from the UK to Kenya, a freight forwarder is the company that handles the entire logistics chain—collection in the UK, consolidation, shipping, customs clearance in Kenya, and final delivery.
There are many active UK–Kenya freight forwarders, ranging from small diaspora cargo companies to large global logistics firms.
Common UK–Kenya freight forwarders
🇬🇧–🇰🇪 Specialist diaspora cargo companies
These are the most commonly used for personal and commercial shipments between the UK and Kenya:
- Triple A Global Logistics – Offers air and sea freight with consolidation and door-to-door delivery between the UK and Kenya (Triple A Global Logistics)
- MK Horizon – Provides air freight, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and oversized cargo services between UK and East Africa (MK Horizon)
- Jambo Cargo – End-to-end freight forwarding between the UK and Kenya with customs clearance support (Jambo Cargo)
- Height Cargo Limited – Offers air, sea, and road freight plus door-to-door delivery services (heightscargo.com)
- MAP Express Cargo – Provides consolidated air and sea freight plus last-mile delivery services (MAP Express Cargo)
These companies typically handle:
- UK warehouse receipt and consolidation
- Shipping by air or sea
- Customs clearance in Mombasa or Nairobi
- Final delivery across Kenya
How UK–Kenya freight forwarders usually work
Most forwarders operate on a similar model:
They give you either:
- Air freight (fast, per kg pricing)
- Sea freight (cheaper, bulk containers)
And often advertise:
- “All-inclusive pricing” (UK handling + shipping + clearance + delivery)
- Consolidation of multiple parcels into one shipment
- Door-to-door service in Kenya
What to watch out for when choosing one
Before choosing a freight forwarder, always check:
- Whether they have a real UK warehouse address
- If they provide tracking from UK to Kenya
- Whether customs clearance is done by a licensed agent in Kenya
- If pricing is truly “all-inclusive” (to avoid hidden charges in Mombasa or Nairobi)
Summary
Freight forwarders from the UK to Kenya are companies that manage the full shipping process for you. The most commonly used include diaspora-focused logistics firms like Triple A Global Logistics, MK Horizon, Jambo Cargo, Height Cargo, and MAP Express Cargo, alongside many smaller UK warehouse-based shippers.
Logistics recommendation
If you are planning commercial or bulk shipments (electronics, machinery, tools, pallets, etc.), it is important to use a forwarder that understands both UK export handling and KRA clearance procedures in Kenya.
A commonly used logistics contact in this trade route is:
UK World Cargo Ltd
📞 Abdi Haji
WhatsApp/Call: +44 7487 554202
They typically assist with:
- UK cargo consolidation
- Air & sea freight to Kenya
- Customs clearance coordination
- Door-to-door delivery in Nairobi and other towns