America, America, land of the free. Also land of C - TPAT/ CSI, AMS, ISF (10 + 2), FDA and a thousand other acronyms! Importing from and exporting to the USA is fast becoming one of the most challenging tasks in international trade. We can break the code for you! We are highly experienced in the 'ins and outs' of shipping goods to and from the USA and can offer an exceptional service at very competitive rates. Canada is bucking the global trend. While most Western Economies are slowing, the 8th largest economy in the world is looking very healthy. Fuelled by oil production, natural resources and minerals, the economy is outperforming the rest of the G7 countries. At Westhaven we are experienced in organizing transport to and from the far reaches of the Yukon or metropolitan Toronto.

Mexico dominates the Central American and Caribbean region and is a rapidly developing economy, attracting considerable foreign investment in industries of all kinds, ranging from basic manufacturing to high-tech production. We offer a full range of ocean and air freight services for all sizes of export and import shipments and have local representation in all countries in the region to deal with Customs clearance and inland transport, even to and from the smallest islands in the Caribbean.

Latin America is fast becoming a major global trading area due to increasing stability, de-regulation and privatization. The larger economies of Brazil, Venezuela and Argentina are leading the way in developing new patterns of trading in manufactured products and new technologies after many years of emphasis on raw materials, energy products, agri-industries and commodity trading. Westhaven has the means to move your products to or from this region quickly, effectively and inexpensively. Just ask us to explain the options available.

Europe is our back yard and we’ve built our business and reputation on our ability to provide quick, efficient and inexpensive delivery throughout Europe and Scandinavia. We speak fluent French, Spanish and German and specialize in collecting and delivering on the same vehicle, thus avoiding handling and delay. For really urgent deliveries, we can offer express road and air freight options and for larger, less time sensitive deliveries, we can propose inter modal (rail / sea / land) systems to keep costs to a minimum.

Africa’s vast size overshadows the fact that it comprises almost 60 individual countries, going south from the shores of the Mediterranean through both the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn almost 5000 miles to the tip of the continent at the Cape of Good Hope. The differences in terrain, cultures and economies are mirrored by the variety of routes available for exports to, and imports from, the continent. Westhaven can provide you with a comprehensive solution to your needs, according to the nature of your shipment and the origin or destination involved.

The Middle East is of course a description that is only valid when viewing this region from the west and countries that make up this region may reasonably consider themselves to be at the centre of world trade after many years as the most prominent suppliers of oil and gas. But times are changing and large scale developments are under way with infrastructure projects and new industries coming on stream in order to reduce and replace the reliance on petrochemicals. We can help you to establish and develop your business in this dynamic region – call us and we will be pleased to explain the best ways to deal with your shipments.

North & Central Asia extends over what is the largest land mass on the planet and includes most of the former elements of the Soviet Union. Following the break up of the Communist Bloc many newly independent states have established themselves as dynamic, growing economies, often based on abundant energy and raw material resources. Despite the new open borders environment, challenges exist in getting goods to and from these regions due to distance, terrain and infrastructure limitations. We are actively involved in providing overland, ocean and air freight services to and from this area and can offer comprehensive through delivery services for exports and imports of all kinds.

South East Asia often referred to as the home of ‘Asian Tiger’ economies; this region includes the two trading giants that are China and India. Having endured the global downturn, trade with Europe and the wider world is again growing at an impressive pace and it is clear that, in addition to supplying the world, both China and India are intent on consolidating their place on the world’s stage through overseas investment and acquisition. Westhaven is well placed to get your goods, or your purchases, to and from these markets with the least fuss, quickly and at competitive cost by ocean and air freight systems.

Oceania, centered on the larger countries of Australia and New Zealand is fast becoming a trading bloc with considerable influence in the area of the southern hemisphere that is closest to the dynamic economies of south east Asia. In addition to strong traditional, cultural and business links to the UK, the region is growing rapidly through its associations within the ASEAN trade area. Westhaven has the means to arrange the long haul by ocean or air freight services to and from both mainland and island areas for all your consignments.