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27 Mar 2023 • 3 mins read

The Key to
Successful Time-Critical Operations

Delivering results and exceeding expectations for urgent automotive parts delivery.

Line stoppage on production lines can cause a devasting domino effect of problems for companies. Problems that include strains on revenue and relationships with customers. An immediate solution was required to deliver parts to the UK in such a short space of time. It was absolutely necessary for this supplier to work with a time-critical company like ourselves to carry out this transportation on time.

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The Challenge

Delivering results and exceeding expectations for urgent automotive parts delivery.

One of our regular clients required the transportation of 19 boxes of parts from Europe to the UK within a critical time frame to prevent any line stoppage at their factory. As a time-critical carrier, the client entrusted Freightline to complete the task, having worked with us several times before.

Our Strategy

Production line stoppages can cause significant financial implications for companies, such as revenue strains and damaged customer relationships. Therefore, to avoid such disruptions, we had to find a prompt solution to transport 19 boxes of parts within a short time frame. With our extensive knowledge of time-critical operations, we leveraged onboard couriers to prevent potential line stoppages.

To ensure successful execution, we collaborated with a trusted onboard courier provider, experienced in handling such time-sensitive operations. In addition, we shrink-wrapped the 19 boxes from the supplier into six larger packages, mitigating any risk of damage and ensuring the safe transportation of the parts.

Average stoppage cost

£3.5K per minute

“Time-critical operations require specialised knowledge and experience to ensure successful outcomes. Working with a logistics provider who has the expertise and resources to deliver goods efficiently and safely within the given timeframe is crucial. Freightline’s commitment to high-quality standards and innovative solutions makes us a reliable partner for businesses with time-critical transportation needs.”

Our Impact

The timely delivery of time-critical parts was crucial to the client, and we successfully completed the transportation within 13 hours, an hour before the deadline. Our effective solution prevented any disruption to the production lines, saving our client from further complications. At Freightline, we aim to provide high-quality standards when it comes to moving goods, ensuring excellent services and client satisfaction.

In the automotive industry, flexibility and effectiveness are of paramount importance, and Freightline’s logistics experts are available 24/7 to meet the needs of our clients. In addition to providing complete logistics solutions, we always strive to find the most efficient way to deliver goods within the shortest possible time. Our team is dedicated to providing the best possible service to our clients, and we understand the significant costs and complications that can arise due to production line stoppages.

Dedicated, real-time support from experts

In the automotive industry, flexibility and effectiveness are of paramount importance, which is why Freightline’s logistics experts are available 24/7 to meet the needs of our clients.

In addition to offering complete logistics solutions, we always find the most efficient way to deliver goods in the quickest possible time.