RCS UK

KRL recently acquired Republic Cargo Systems UK Ltd (RCS UK) in 2025, enhancing its capabilities in air, rail and ocean freight. This strategic move strengthens both KRL and RCS’s position in the global, ever-growing logistics sector.

RCS are a leading independent Logistics Services Provider, delivering
end-to-end design, implementation and operational capabilities
in global sea, air, rail and truck transportation, contract logistics, and customised distribution management.

Efficient Air Freight, Ocean Shipping, Trucking, and Warehousing Services Seamlessly Integrated for Global Reach.

Service Overview

Worldwide Weekly Collection and Delivery
UK and Ireland Groupage Specialists
Air, Sea and Road Freight
Warehousing, Logistics and Distribution
Project Cargo, AOG & Customs Clearance
Regional Offices
Global Network and Tracking

Sea Freight

Our sea freight services are designed to deliver flexibility, efficiency, and value at every stage. With a dedicated pricing team and a global network, we offer preferential rates tailored to your shipping needs. We handle full container loads (FCL), less-than-container loads (LCL), and groupage or consolidation services, ensuring optimal space and cost efficiency.

Our expertise extends to export and import customs clearance, supported by ERTS and customs-bonded storage facilities for secure handling.

Plus, with our advanced systems, you can track and trace your shipments with complete visibility throughout the journey.

Sea Carrier Options:

We have options among all major alliances: 2M, THE Alliance, Ocean Alliance
Coverage across alliances ensures that your supply chain is secure and diversified, regardless of blank sailings or terminal disruptions
Diverse carrier options allow us to provide flexible port and rail options for your cargo

Air Freight

We offer a comprehensive logistics solution backed by a dedicated pricing team, ensuring you receive the most competitive and preferential rates. Our immediate response service guarantees quick and efficient communication, while our preferred carrier policy allows us to maintain high standards of reliability and performance.

With a strong global network and a dedicated groupage service from Hong Kong to the UK, we provide seamless international shipping solutions.

Additionally, our dedicated national haulage network ensures efficient domestic distribution, delivering a truly end-to-end logistics experience.

Rail Freight

Rail freight offers an ideal balance between speed and cost—cheaper than air and faster than ocean transport.

With fast and stable terminal-to-terminal lead times, it provides reliable scheduling and greater efficiency. The shorter lead times help reduce inventory carrying costs and support quicker time-to-market strategies. Rail is also a sustainable and eco-friendly mode of transport, aligning with green logistics goals.

Throughout the journey, you can count on proactive communication and real-time updates to keep you informed on shipment status every step of the way.

Focused Sectors

RSC specialise in the following areas:

AOG
Perishable
Oil and Gas
Pharmaceutical and Medical
Specialist Packing Division
Non-Ferrous Materials

Customs Experts

We offer comprehensive Customs Brokerage Services designed to streamline your import and export operations. Our services include full customs clearance and system integration with UK Customs to ensure smooth and compliant transactions. We support CFSP (Customs Freight Simplified Procedures) and provide solutions for customs bonding. As an Authorised Economic Operator (AEO), we enable access to simplified customs procedures and hold “Trusted Trader” status, which further enhances efficiency at borders. Additionally, we facilitate EIDR (Entry into Declarant’s Records), allowing eligible businesses to make customs declarations in their own records for faster processing.

We are AEO Certified!

AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certification is a globally recognized accreditation granted by customs authorities to companies that demonstrate a high level of security, reliability, and compliance within the international supply chain. This certification signifies that a business meets strict standards, which in turn allows it to benefit from simplified customs procedures, faster shipment processing, and enhanced trust in global trade operations. We achieved AEO certification in 2019, reinforcing our commitment to secure and efficient international trade practices.

For our clients, AEO certification translates into several significant advantages. It means faster customs clearance, allowing goods to move more quickly across borders. Clients also benefit from priority treatment during security inspections, reducing delays and disruptions. As a trusted international business partner, we offer greater reliability and credibility in global trade. Additionally, the certification enhances supply chain visibility and safety, ensuring smoother and more secure operations from start to finish.

Why Choose RCS for Your Shipping Needs?

RCS works with a reliable network of global transport providers. While they vary in terms of location and modes of transport they support, they are selected for their consistency in performance and commitment to customer satisfaction. Choosing to partner with us makes for other great benefits including:

Superior logistics capability that ensures easy flow of movement of your goods to their destination
Sustained online tracking of GPS enabled vehicles and containers
Flexibility of service that caters to standard and special consignments
Competitive pricing of transport services rendered by RCS and within partner networks
Customs clearance assistance

Whether it is delivery of cargo to a destination within the UK, or to multiple international locations, RCS possesses the expertise and resources to ensure your transport needs are met. Our multimodal services include road haulage, sea freight, and air cargo delivery anywhere around the world.