Customs Clearance at Tilbury

Gxpresss delivers customs clearance and logistics services at the Port of Tilbury, London's primary general cargo port located just 25 miles from the City.

Specialising in FMCG, retail, food, and paper imports, Tilbury is the gateway for consumer goods destined for the Greater London market.

Gxpresss provides fast customs entry, LCL consolidation, port health clearance, and direct distribution into London and the South East..

Why Choose Gxpresss at Tilbury?

Tilbury sits just 25 miles from central London, making it the fastest and most cost-effective gateway for goods destined for London and the South East. It is the UK's leading port for paper imports, FMCG goods, and retail consumer products. The adjacent London Distribution Park and Tilbury2 expansion have created a major UK logistics hub. Gxpresss delivers pre-lodged customs entries, LCL consolidation handling, and same-day London delivery from Tilbury.

Port Services

Phone +44 207 993 6953

Email info@gxpresss.co.uk

Hours Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm

Office Galaxy Business Park
Blaydon on Tyne, NE21 4SQ

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Services at Tilbury

Full range of customs and port logistics services for importers and exporters using Tilbury.

Customs Clearance

Pre-lodged HMRC import declarations at Tilbury, with CFSP for high-volume retail importers.

LCL Consolidation

Less-than-container-load consolidation handling for Tilbury's busy groupage services.

Sea Freight

FCL and LCL container bookings on all services calling at Tilbury.

Port Health & CVED

Port health clearance for food, plant, and animal products entering through Tilbury.

Distribution Park Storage

Access to the London Distribution Park for immediate sorting, labelling, and distribution.

London & South East Delivery

Same-day and next-day delivery across Greater London, Essex, Kent, and the South East.

Shipping Lines at Tilbury

Gxpresss is electronically connected to Tilbury and can provide customs clearance for cargo arriving on any of the major shipping lines calling at this port.

25 miles from central London — shortest inland haul to market
UK's leading port for paper, FMCG, and retail consumer imports
Tilbury2 expansion adds modern container terminal capacity
London Distribution Park enables same-day London delivery
Regular short sea services to Africa and the Mediterranean

MSC

Hapag-Lloyd

Gold Star Line

Grimaldi

Wilhelmsen

Tilbury Customs FAQ

Common questions about customs clearance and logistics at Tilbury.

Tilbury is the closest major container port to central London — just 25 miles away. For goods destined for London retailers, warehouses, or end customers, importing via Tilbury eliminates 50-80 miles of inland haulage compared to Felixstowe or Southampton, saving significant time and cost.

Tilbury specialises in FMCG, retail consumer goods, paper and print, food products, and general cargo. It is also a major hub for African trade routes, handling goods from West, East, and South Africa.

Yes, LCL (less-than-container-load) consolidation handling is a core service at Tilbury. We work with the major LCL operators at the port and can clear your groupage consignment quickly upon arrival of the mother vessel.

Yes, Tilbury has full Port Health Authority services for food, plant, and animal product inspections. Gxpresss coordinates PHES notifications, CVED documentation, and inspection attendance to minimise clearance delays for perishable and controlled goods.

With pre-lodged customs clearance and a container available at Tilbury terminal, Gxpresss can achieve same-day collection and London delivery in most cases. The 25-mile distance means goods cleared before midday can typically reach a London warehouse the same afternoon.

Customs Clearance at Tilbury Port