Air Freight & Cargo Courier at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Courier, AOG and air freight services at Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Cargo handler coordination, 24/7 dispatch.
Birmingham office: +44 121 720 3841 (06:00–17:00) · Evening: +44 7737 778964 (08:00–22:00) · Quotes within 15 min
Business landscape near Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh hosts a major UK business cluster. Source: Companies House register. Use this to gauge demand for EDI airport courier and air freight services.
Top Edinburgh postcode districts by business density
These 5 districts alone contain 38.8K active companies including 241 logistics firms.
Pricing — from £50 (ex VAT)
One fixed price per dedicated job, quoted in full upfront before you book — fuel and goods-in-transit insurance included, no hidden fees. Final price depends on distance, vehicle, urgency and time of day.
| Distance | Miles from collection to delivery |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Small van for documents/parcels → Luton or 7.5t for pallets & oversized |
| Urgency | Immediate dedicated dispatch vs a planned collection window |
| Time | Out-of-hours, weekends and bank holidays carry a premium |
| Waiting time | Standby at a cargo handler, dock or site |
| Route costs | Dartford Crossing, ULEZ / Clean Air Zone charges |
| Special handling | ADR dangerous goods, temperature control, two-person lift |
| Legs & stops | Return journey or multi-drop routing |
You pay for a dedicated vehicle, not a shared-parcel network rate — so there is no consolidation delay. Call +44 7963 400173 with your collection and delivery postcodes for an instant, all-in quote.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is Scotland's busiest airport, handling 15.8 million passengers in 2024 and around 120,000 aircraft movements. Most of its air cargo travels in the belly-hold of passenger flights, with dedicated air-freight capacity through Menzies' AMI wholesale operation, so quick landside collection from the cargo handlers is what keeps time-critical Scottish freight moving. T&C Logistics is a same-day air-freight courier at Edinburgh, collecting from the handlers and the forwarders across the Central Belt — from Scotch whisky exports to pharma cold chain and AOG spares.
What same-day courier and air freight services does T&C Logistics provide at Edinburgh?
T&C Logistics offers dedicated same-day collection and delivery across Edinburgh's cargo area, handling palletised freight, whisky exports, loose parcels, pharma cold chain and dangerous goods, all GPS-tracked and coordinated with scheduled passenger aircraft releases.
We collect against your Air Waybill (AWB), coordinate with the handler's release desk, and move your consignment straight to its destination — a same-day parcel to Glasgow, a next-day pallet to London, or a timed delivery into the handler for onward air export. One dedicated vehicle, door to door, with live driver contact throughout.
Edinburgh's cargo profile mirrors the Scottish economy — food and drink led by Scotch whisky and premium seafood, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, energy-sector components heading north to Aberdeen, and e-commerce parcels moving through Menzies' AMI network. We handle the full mix, matching the vehicle and the schedule to the cargo rather than forcing every shipment through a single service tier, which is what makes us a practical fit for Scottish importers, exporters and forwarders alike.
Which cargo handlers does T&C Logistics work with at Edinburgh Airport?
T&C Logistics collects landside from Swissport, Menzies Aviation (AMI) and Aviation Services, all authorised handlers at Edinburgh, with pre-registered drivers and established collection procedures for quick releases.
- Menzies Aviation (AMI) — wholesale air freight, express and charter, plus cargo acceptance and cold-storage.
- Swissport — import and export handling, storage and perishables.
- Aviation Services — additional ground and cargo handling at EDI.
Our drivers are pre-registered with the handlers and work to each one's collection procedures, so releases are quick and there are no relayed hand-offs to lose time. We collect landside from the cargo sheds once the handler presents the goods — we do not claim apron or cargo handler access. Cargo collection operates 24/7 for AOG and time-critical work; new bookings and quotes are taken 06:00–22:00, seven days a week.
How can freight forwarders in Edinburgh use T&C Logistics for landside air freight services?
Freight forwarders can book T&C for the landside road leg, collecting released cargo from handlers and delivering to consignees, or running export freight into the handler ahead of cut-off on fixed quoted prices with a single point of contact.
For forwarders without their own Scottish fleet we become your Edinburgh same-day and AOG capability across the Central Belt and beyond. Standing collections, dedicated account management and EDI booking integration are all available for regular volumes, so a shipment can move from your desk to the shed without a chain of phone calls — whether it is a single AWB or a daily consolidated run.
What specialist services does T&C Logistics provide for Scotch whisky exports from Edinburgh?
T&C collects whisky export consignments — cased bottles, samples and duty-suspended stock — from distilleries, bottlers and bonded warehouses across the Central Belt and delivers them into the Edinburgh handler in time for flight cut-off, coordinating with bonded warehouses and customs brokers.
Whisky is high-value and handling-sensitive in transit, so we move it on dedicated, tracked vehicles with the care a premium export deserves — the same service we give pharma and other high-value Scottish cargo. For distilleries and blenders shipping to trade shows, tastings or overseas buyers on a deadline, we also run timed same-day collections direct to the Edinburgh handler, so a late-confirmed order still makes the flight.
How does T&C Logistics respond to AOG (Aircraft-on-Ground) emergencies at Edinburgh?
T&C runs a 24/7 AOG dispatch service with a 30-minute response, collecting spares from cargo handlers, maintenance suppliers or manufacturers anywhere in Scotland and delivering them to the Edinburgh handler for the next available flight or to the aircraft's maintenance base.
"Edinburgh is one of our busiest regional hubs. Operators need a courier who already knows the handlers and the Central Belt roads, and who can have a part moving within 30 minutes of the call. From avionics to engine components, that speed is the difference between a schedule held and a schedule lost — we keep drivers ready across Scotland." — Taras, Founder, T&C Logistics
We carry aircraft parts, avionics, hydraulics and cabin supplies, and coordinate with the carrier's AOG desk and the handler so the part is expected when our driver arrives. For urgent uplift south we can also arrange same-day air connections to Heathrow, Gatwick or Stansted through your forwarder. Call +44 7963 400173 with your AWB — the AOG line runs around the clock.
What temperature-controlled and pharmaceutical freight services are available from Edinburgh?
T&C provides refrigerated (+2°C to +8°C) and frozen (−20°C to −80°C) collection from Edinburgh handlers' cold-storage areas for pharmaceuticals, biologics, clinical-trial materials and perishables, with data-logger temperature monitoring throughout the journey.
For MHRA-regulated shipments that require full Good Distribution Practice (GDP) authorisation, we coordinate with GDP-certified partner carriers whose vehicles carry calibrated data loggers and validated cold-chain procedures — keeping your consignment within its temperature envelope and its chain of custody from the handler to the consignee. Tell us the temperature range, packaging and documentation when you book.
How does T&C Logistics handle customs and documentation for air freight at Edinburgh?
T&C verifies the AWB, ensures supporting documents travel with the cargo, and coordinates customs clearance through partner brokers or alongside your own broker; for air dangerous-goods the handlers manage cargo handler acceptance, while road dangerous-goods are handled by ADR-licensed drivers.
Air freight through Edinburgh needs clean paperwork to avoid handler delays, and we make sure the physical side is right — and we can also arrange the customs clearance — through our partner brokers, or alongside your own broker if you have one. We verify the AWB and make sure the supporting documents travel with the cargo, while your broker files the declaration on HMRC's Customs Declaration Service (CDS). For duty-suspended whisky and other bonded goods we coordinate with the bonded warehouse and your broker; for road dangerous-goods our drivers are ADR-licensed, while air-side dangerous-goods acceptance is handled by the cargo handlers.
What is T&C Logistics' same-day and next-day delivery coverage from Edinburgh?
T&C delivers same-day across the Central Belt, including Glasgow (~45 min), Livingston, Falkirk and Stirling; wider Scotland within 55 minutes to Perth and Dundee, and to Aberdeen and Inverness (~2.5 hours); next-day road delivery into England and Wales, or same-day air links to Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted.
- Central Belt (under an hour): Glasgow (~45 min), Livingston, Falkirk, Stirling.
- Wider Scotland: Perth (~55 min), Dundee, Aberdeen, and Inverness (~2.5 hours) for the Highlands.
- South & UK-wide: next-day road delivery into England and Wales, or same-day air links from EDI to Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted via your forwarder.
Every job is GPS-tracked with full traceability, and our fleet is Clean-Air-Zone-ready for Scotland's low-emission zones. For Scottish businesses — engineering, life sciences, food and drink — we run dedicated collection schedules that take the freight admin off your desk.
What vehicles and equipment does T&C Logistics use for Edinburgh operations?
T&C operates small vans for urgent documents and spares, Luton vans and tail-lifts for palletised freight and cased whisky, and temperature-controlled vehicles for pharma and perishables, all GPS-tracked and covered by goods-in-transit and public-liability insurance, with ADR-licensed drivers available for road dangerous-goods classes 2, 3 and 9.
We match the vehicle to the cargo — small vans for urgent documents and spares, Luton vans and tail-lifts for palletised freight and cased whisky, and temperature-controlled vehicles for pharma and perishables, all GPS-tracked and covered by goods-in-transit and public-liability insurance. ADR-licensed drivers are available for road dangerous-goods classes (2, 3 and 9) where the cargo permits road movement.
How do I book T&C Logistics for Edinburgh cargo collection and what are the operating hours?
Call with your AWB number, collection point and destination for an immediate fixed-price quote; AOG and time-critical jobs receive a dedicated driver dispatch within 30 minutes, and forwarders can set up standing collections and EDI booking integration for regular volumes.
Call with your AWB number, collection point and destination, and we quote a fixed price on the spot; for AOG and time-critical jobs a dedicated driver is dispatched within 30 minutes. Forwarders can set up standing collections, dedicated account management and EDI booking for regular volumes.
Enquiries and quotes: 06:00–22:00, seven days a week, across two lines. Cargo collection and AOG dispatch: 24/7 — our drivers cover time-critical and out-of-hours collections around the clock.
How can I get a quote from T&C Logistics for Edinburgh services?
Contact T&C by phone on +44 7963 400173 (06:00–17:00) or +44 7737 778964 (08:00–22:00), submit a quote request form online for a 15-minute response, or call 24/7 for AOG and cargo collection; all quotes are fixed-price with no hidden surcharges and respond within 15 minutes during booking hours.
- Call: +44 7963 400173 (06:00–17:00) or +44 7737 778964 (08:00–22:00) — enquiries 06:00–22:00, seven days
- Cargo collection & AOG dispatch: 24/7
- Online: Request a quote — 15-minute response
Services at Edinburgh
T&C Logistics provides specialist airport logistics: AOG courier service | air freight collection | time-critical delivery | freight forwarding. See also Edinburgh courier services and Livingston.
What scale and credentials does T&C Logistics operate at for Edinburgh and UK air freight?
T&C Logistics operates a UK-wide network of over 3,000 vetted driver-partners, works with CAA Regulated-Agent partner carriers for secure air cargo, carries goods-in-transit and public-liability insurance on every job, offers real-time GPS tracking and signed proof of delivery, and deploys ADR-licensed drivers for road dangerous goods classes 2, 3 and 9.
Behind the local service is national reach: T&C Logistics draws on a UK-wide network of over 3,000 vetted driver-partners, so there is almost always a vehicle close to your collection point — day, night, weekend or bank holiday. cargo handler handling itself is carried out by the authorised cargo handlers, and where secure air cargo requires it we work with CAA Regulated-Agent partner carriers; T&C collects landside from the cargo sheds. Every job carries goods-in-transit and public-liability insurance, real-time GPS tracking and a signed proof of delivery, and our own drivers are ADR-licensed for road dangerous goods (classes 2, 3 and 9).
Airport operations subject to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How quickly can you collect freight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
- T&C Logistics collects freight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) within 30–60 minutes of receiving your AWB. We coordinate directly with the Edinburgh cargo handlers — Swissport, Menzies and Aviation Services — so the consignment is released quickly when our driver arrives. Cargo collection runs 24/7 for AOG and time-critical work, with enquiries taken 06:00–22:00. Call +44 7963 400173 with your AWB number for immediate dispatch across the Central Belt and beyond.
- Which cargo handlers do you collect from at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
- We collect landside from the cargo handlers at Edinburgh: Swissport, Menzies and Aviation Services. Menzies runs its AMI air-freight wholesale operation here — exports, imports, express and charter — and we are pre-registered with each handler for fast release. Just give us your AWB number and we manage the collection, the paperwork check on the day, and the final-mile delivery anywhere in Scotland or onward across the UK.
- Do you handle Scotch whisky exports from Edinburgh?
- Yes — Scotch whisky is a major Scottish air export, and we collect whisky consignments (cased bottles, samples and duty-suspended stock) from distilleries, bottlers and bonded warehouses across the Central Belt, delivering them into the Edinburgh handler in time for the flight. We coordinate with the bonded warehouse and your customs broker so the excise and export paperwork stays in order, and move high-value stock on dedicated, tracked vehicles.
- Do you work with freight forwarders in Edinburgh?
- Yes — most of our Edinburgh work is booked by freight forwarders who need a reliable landside partner for the road leg. We collect released cargo from the handler and deliver to the consignee, or run export freight into the handler ahead of cut-off, on fixed quoted prices with a single point of contact. Standing collections, account management and EDI booking are available for regular volumes across the Central Belt.
- Can you handle pharmaceutical or temperature-controlled shipments from Edinburgh?
- Yes — we provide refrigerated (+2°C to +8°C) and frozen (−20°C to −80°C) collection from the Edinburgh handlers' cold-storage areas for pharmaceuticals, biologics, perishables and clinical-trial materials, with data-logger monitoring throughout and logs available for your records. For MHRA-regulated pharma requiring full GDP authorisation we coordinate with GDP-certified partner carriers whose vehicles carry calibrated data loggers and validated cold-chain procedures.
- What is your response time for AOG emergencies at Edinburgh?
- Our AOG dispatch runs 24/7 with a 30-minute response. Once you confirm the part is ready, we collect from the cargo handlers, maintenance suppliers or manufacturers anywhere in Scotland and deliver to the Edinburgh handler for the next available flight, or onward to the aircraft's maintenance base. For urgent uplift south we can arrange same-day air links to Heathrow, Gatwick or Stansted through your forwarder. Call +44 7963 400173.
- Do you help with customs clearance at Edinburgh?
- We handle the physical side — checking the AWB and making sure the supporting documents travel with the cargo — and our partner customs broker — or yours — files the declaration on HMRC's Customs Declaration Service (CDS). We are not a customs agent. For duty-suspended whisky and other bonded goods we coordinate with the bonded warehouse and your broker; for road dangerous-goods our drivers are ADR-licensed, while air-side acceptance is handled by the cargo handlers.
- What areas of Scotland do you cover from Edinburgh Airport?
- From Edinburgh we cover the Central Belt same-day — Glasgow (around 45 minutes), Livingston, Falkirk and Stirling — plus Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen and Inverness (around 2.5 hours) for the Highlands. Next-day road delivery reaches England and Wales, and same-day air links south are arranged through your forwarder. Tell us your collection postcode and destination and we will confirm the timing and the most cost-effective routing.