Ireland

A Wholesale Freight Consolidator You Can Trust

Irish freight forwarders need a wholesale freight service partner they can rely on – one that offers competitive rates, consistent service, and complete commercial neutrality.

Since 2007, we have built our reputation on being competitive on price, dependable service delivery, and trusted as a long-term partner. Our agents stay with us because we consistently deliver, not just on rates, but on the quality of service their customers experience.

As members of the Irish International Freight Association (IIFA) and IATA-accredited across ROI, NI and GB, TCB Group holds the credentials, industry standing and global network that Irish agents need in a wholesale service partner.

 Why Irish agents choose TCB Group:

• Wholesale pricing that helps you compete and win business.
• Complete neutrality – we never contact your customers.
• Dual CFS facilities in Dublin and Belfast for all-island coverage.
• In-house routes with direct consolidations – no reliance on third-party providers.
• A proactive team that acts as an extension of your own business.
• Online booking, real-time tracking and instant document access.
• IIFA member and IATA-accredited across ROI, NI and GB.

“Our mission is simple, to equip our partners with the most competitive, reliable wholesale solutions they need to secure bookings and provide an outstanding service for their customers.” – Darren Green, Managing Director

Our Wholesale Freight Services

TCB Group offers a comprehensive suite of wholesale freight services, giving Irish agents a single partner for every mode of transport. Below is a summary of each service – full details are available on our Wholesale Services page.

LCL Sea Freight

TCB Group is Ireland’s market-leading provider of wholesale LCL (Less than Container Load) sea freight. We operate in-house consolidations on key global import and export trade lanes, running directly through the ports of Dublin and Belfast. With direct routes from China, India, the USA, Singapore and beyond, we offer Irish agents seamless global connectivity and a consistent three-day CFS turnaround on arrival.

Full service details, including all in-house routes and additional services, are available on our Wholesale Services page.

Air Freight

For urgent or time-sensitive shipments, TCB Group provides comprehensive air freight services via 700+ international airports, liaising directly with 250 accredited airlines worldwide. As an IATA-accredited agent across ROI, NI and GB, we operate a consolidated air cargo gateway between Manchester and Singapore, offering excellent value for Irish agents trading with the Asia-Pacific region. We handle everything from consolidated loads to full charter, including dangerous goods, perishables and high-value cargo.

Road Freight Groupage

TCB Group provides reliable LTL road freight groupage services between Ireland and Europe, with weekly and bi-weekly departures to all major European destinations. Whether it is a single pallet, multiple loads or specialised out-of-gauge cargo, our road freight service includes full import and export customs management, integrated multi-modal solutions, and a streamlined IE/UK customs process.

LCL Rail Freight – China to Ireland

Our weekly LCL rail freight service from China to Ireland offers a compelling middle-ground option for Irish importers, bridging the gap between the speed of air and the economy of sea freight. With a 32-day end-to-end transit time and departures from Xi’an Rail Hub, this service facilitates cargo from across mainland China and South Korea, with seamless transhipment to both Dublin and Belfast CFS.

DAP Services – NI & ROI

TCB Group’s DAP (Delivered at Place) service enables Irish agents to provide frictionless cross-border services across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We offer cross-border agency representation, full customs clearance, DAP and DDP duty options, and invoicing in either Euro or Sterling – giving agents a single, streamlined partner for all-island coverage.

Online Booking Portal

Managing your freight has never been simpler. TCB Group’s online booking portal gives Irish agents 24/7 access to LCL bookings, real-time cargo tracking, instant document downloads, and automated reporting – all in one place. No more back-and-forth emails, no chasing updates.

Contact us to request access or arrange a portal demonstration.

Global Reach, Local Knowledge

While TCB Group operates as a wholesale freight consolidator in Ireland, our global network infrastructure supports end-to-end services worldwide. With operational branches in Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool and Singapore, and active memberships in leading international logistics networks, we combine global scale with genuine local expertise.

Our partners benefit from coordinated wholesale freight solutions across all major trade lanes, consistent service standards, and dependable representation worldwide – all delivered through a dedicated team that treats your business as its own.

Partner With Ireland’s Leading Freight Consolidator

TCB Group is the wholesale partner of choice for Irish freight forwarders who want competitive rates, a genuinely reliable service, and a partner they can trust to never compete with them for their customers.

Whether you are looking to expand your sea freight coverage, offer faster air freight options, grow your European road freight offering, or service customers on both sides of the Irish border, TCB Group has the infrastructure, experience and commitment to support you.