Too urgent, too big, too heavy? We love these challenges
Special shipments, you don't trust them to just anyone
Important shipments? Our special services teams specialize in transporting complex, large, valuable and time-critical cargo worldwide via sea and air freight. We understand all too well that transporting these exceptional goods can cause headaches. From preparation and documentation to shuttering and insurance - we take the entire logistics process off your hands.
Our experts help with permits and depositions during transport to the (air) port, or get on the plane personally to accompany your cargo. With years of experience in special cargo, we ensure that your precious cargo arrives safely and on time.
No cargo too difficult, we love it!
Your special cargo partner for worldwide transport by air and sea
Personal assistance from A to Z
One contact person who accompanies your shipment, from A to Z. 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Special cargo requires special handling.
Custom advice
We look at each shipment individually and provide you with customized advice. Is it a sea freight shipment? Through a visit we make a complete inventory.
Climate neutral shipping
With insetting and offsetting, you can easily ship your shipment climate neutral. Rotra has several options to choose from.
The "special" specialists
Our team is involved in air and sea transport on a daily basis. AOG, full and part charters, flattrack/open top, breakbulk or RORO or on board courier are all among the possibilities.
Special cargo is in good hands with one of our special services teams
Because air and ocean freight are each its own specialty, with its own network of partners and customer opportunities, we have a special team for ocean freight and a special team for air freight.
Special services - Ocean
The large amount of projects we have done over the years ensure a lot of experience among the specialists, good relationships with partners and competitive rates due to our volume. We take care of the entire process, including:
To withstand the forces of nature, we care for and check every load for fastening and security.
We have several specialist partners for water- and impact-resistant packaging of your cargo.
Transport guidance, customs paperwork, road transport permits, we take care of the entire process, down to the last detail.
Because Rotterdam is not always convenient with transportation to the port, we have a choice of different ports from which your cargo can depart.
Special services - Air
Our special service desk at Schiphol Airport includes an Aircraft on ground (AOG) desk. To this end, we work with Aerospace specialists worldwide within the exclusive TALA (The Aerospace Logistics Alliance) network.
Together with Aerospace specialists from the TALA network, we are at your service 24/7 at our AOG desk. All year round.
With years of expertise, excellent airline contacts and strong airport relationships, Special services guarantees prompt handling of urgent air freight.
Spares, full and part charters, oversized cargo, project cargo or OBC (onboard courier). Our Special service team will take care of it.
Special services provides transportation of high-quality automobiles. Our expertise and skilled partner are on standby for hassle-free handling of your car.
Also for cars that need extra love.
Whether it is exclusive cars or timeless classics, together with VET transport transport your precious possession.
Also track your special cargo digitally
Via our platform rotraNext you can also arrange customs paperwork for Special Cargo or follow your cargo via track & trace.
Exception control: immediate grip on unexpected turns.
Bye bye, problematic shipments! With the Exception widget on the dashboard, you are in control of those 3% of transactions that consume 40% of your time and lead to additional costs. By receiving automatic notifications in advance, unforeseen changes in planning can be anticipated in a timely manner, preventing extra costs.
View platformPersonal support
rotraNext is created in close collaboration with our customers. Do you have a question, are you stuck, or even better: do you have an idea? Through online support, you have direct contact with your Rotra representative or with IT. This way, you receive the best assistance for all technical questions.
View platformQuick quote
rotraNext is about insight, and that also applies to your price requests. For ad-hoc shipments and/or short or long-term contracts. All are available in the portal, with, if possible, multiple options, such as direct or indirect options. This way, you can make the best choice.
View platformSharing is multiplying. Also in logistics.
Logistics is a team sport, and that's why it's important to share crucial information to multiply your results. Easily share track & trace information with a third party or a colleague without a rotraNext account. We ensure that all sensitive information, such as rates and documents, remain out of sight. This way, your colleague or customer has 24/7 insight, no matter where in the world they are.
View platformAll documents in one overview, now that's insight.
All relevant documents for your shipment in one convenient overview. This way, you can immediately see what is missing and what is already available. Download the documents for your own records or easily upload missing documents by dragging them into the window. Now you are never incomplete again.
View platformAll entities and accounts under one roof.
Easily manage multiple business entities under one account. And simply create an account for your colleague or the new intern. This ensures seamless collaboration within your organization and saves you the hassle of logging in and out. All shipments are displayed in one overview. Now that's supply chain management in 2025!
View platformException control: immediate grip on unexpected turns.
Bye bye, problematic shipments! With the Exception widget on the dashboard, you are in control of those 3% of transactions that consume 40% of your time and lead to additional costs. By receiving automatic notifications in advance, unforeseen changes in planning can be anticipated in a timely manner, preventing extra costs.
View platformPersonal support
rotraNext is created in close collaboration with our customers. Do you have a question, are you stuck, or even better: do you have an idea? Through online support, you have direct contact with your Rotra representative or with IT. This way, you receive the best assistance for all technical questions.
View platformQuick quote
rotraNext is about insight, and that also applies to your price requests. For ad-hoc shipments and/or short or long-term contracts. All are available in the portal, with, if possible, multiple options, such as direct or indirect options. This way, you can make the best choice.
View platformSharing is multiplying. Also in logistics.
Logistics is a team sport, and that's why it's important to share crucial information to multiply your results. Easily share track & trace information with a third party or a colleague without a rotraNext account. We ensure that all sensitive information, such as rates and documents, remain out of sight. This way, your colleague or customer has 24/7 insight, no matter where in the world they are.
View platformAll documents in one overview, now that's insight.
All relevant documents for your shipment in one convenient overview. This way, you can immediately see what is missing and what is already available. Download the documents for your own records or easily upload missing documents by dragging them into the window. Now you are never incomplete again.
View platformAll entities and accounts under one roof.
Easily manage multiple business entities under one account. And simply create an account for your colleague or the new intern. This ensures seamless collaboration within your organization and saves you the hassle of logging in and out. All shipments are displayed in one overview. Now that's supply chain management in 2025!
View platformShip digital in 15 minutes! Start with a personal demo.
Discover our digital logistics platform in just 15 minutes! Our specialists will show you how our software transforms your supply chain. Try it for free and transform your logistics workflow with one click.