We provide a full range of ground freight services, providing flexible and reliable logistics solutions for your business on both domestic and international routes.

Geography of transportation: We transport cargo throughout Ukraine and to European countries, providing stable and well-established routes.
Various types of cargo: We work with all types of cargo, including general, oversized, dangerous, as well as cargo requiring special temperature conditions.
Full and less-than-truckload transportation: We organize the delivery of both full truckloads (FTL) and less-than-truckloads (LTL) to optimize cost and time.
Door-to-door delivery: We coordinate the entire transportation process, ensuring direct delivery of cargo from sender to recipient.
Customs clearance: We provide full support and assistance with the preparation of the necessary customs documentation, ensuring the smooth passage of goods.
Cargo Tracking: We provide full monitoring of the status of your shipment from the moment of loading to arrival.
Cargo Insurance: We offer insurance services to protect your cargo from unforeseen risks during transportation. 02

We will find a customized logistics solution for your business.

Freight transportation from Europe from Unitex: fast, reliable, with a guarantee

Unitex company delivers cargo from Europe for importers to Ukraine: furniture, windows, confectionery, frozen berries. We offer comprehensive logistics with customs clearance and insurance. We provide customized solutions for each product segment, taking into account temperature regime, ADR parameters and specific packaging requirements.

Our approach is based on risk analysis, selection of the optimal route taking into account delivery times and cost, as well as cargo monitoring at each stage. Unitex provides transparent communication: movement reports, photo/video during loading if necessary, status notifications and prompt response to deviations.

Freight transportation from Europe: service stages

Stages (process) of delivery

Cargo assessment and selection of the optimal route (road/rail/sea/combined) taking into account Incoterms and logistical risks.
Preparation of documents and preliminary cost calculation; clarification of certification (phytosanitary, food, certificates of origin).
Transport booking and loading coordination on the sender’s side; control of the condition of the container, fixing temperature regimes for refrigerated consignments.
Transportation and monitoring of movement (tracking, notification to the client), prompt redirection in case of delays.
Customs clearance in the EU and Ukraine, payment of fees on behalf of the client; work with local brokers to speed up customs clearance.
Delivery to the recipient’s warehouse or to the terminal with unloading and acceptance/transfer documents.
Insurance and resolution of possible claims; client instruction on claim documentation.

Unitex works schedule for cargo delivery from Europe

Cargo analysis: hazard class, volume, packaging, storage temperature.
Route planning and selection of transport taking into account price/terms/risks; processing of alternative options.
Organization of collection and packaging if necessary: palletization, reinforcement of packaging for oversized cargo.
Preparation of a full package of documents (CMR, invoice, packing list, certificates according to the commodity group, EUR.1 if necessary).
Customs representation and support: submission of declarations, calculation of customs payments, processing of permits.
Insurance and control of delivery to the final destination with receipt documents and photo recording.

Cargo delivery from Europe: route options and table

Below are typical Unitex offers. Average terms and approximate rates are indicated; the exact international freight price depends on volume, weight and urgency. In case of group transportation (consolidation), the cost per unit is reduced.

Route	Transport	Term	Suitable for	Estimated price*
Gdansk/Poland → Lviv	Auto	2–4 days.	Furniture, packages, windows	from 0.8 EUR/km or fixed rate
Hamburg → Odesa	Sea + car	10–18 days.	Grains, oil, large batches	from 2000 EUR/container
Berlin → Kyiv	Auto/Combined	3–6 days.	Pastry chef, frozen berries	from 1200 EUR/pallet*
Barcelona → Odessa Port (RoRo/Container)	Sea + car	12–20 days.	Finished products, machines, large batches	from 2200 EUR/container
Nizhny Novgorod (EU transit) → Odesa	Railway + car	6–12 days.	Containers, heavy loads	from 1500 EUR/container

*Exact calculation upon request. Wholesale rates apply for large quantities. Please allow for seasonal fluctuations and fuel surcharges.

International cargo delivery from Europe: criteria for choosing a carrier

When selecting a contractor, assess the risks and capabilities. Below are the key criteria we use when selecting a supply chain for clients.

Experience in your product sector (e.g. working with food, grain or furniture).
Availability of insurance and a transparent reimbursement policy.
Route coverage and contractors in the countries of origin/destination.
Customs support capabilities and speed of customs clearance.
Tariffs and additional charges (warehouse, port, fuel).

Why choose Unitex (benefits)

Specializing in imports from Europe and Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, USA, Turkey).
Comprehensive cargo insurance and work with complaints – a transparent procedure from filing an application to resolving compensation.
Optimization of the cost of transportation from Europe to Ukraine through consolidation, combined modes and flexible tariffs for regular customers.
Customs representation and support at all stages using local agents in ports and at the border.
Support for complex cargo: frozen products, ADR, oversized – from packaging design to temperature control during transportation.

Cargo delivery from Europe: comparison of transportation options

Road — the best balance of speed and cost at distances up to 1500 km; suitable for furniture and small batches.
Sea — economical for large volumes (grain, oil); longer in time, requires port logistics and transshipment.
Railway — stable for heavy and large cargo; good for container transportation from/to Europe, optimal with fixed traffic schedules.
Air — the fastest, but the most expensive; used for urgent deliveries or valuable goods.

The comparison helps you choose: if the priority is time, choose road/air, if the cost is sea or rail with consolidation. Unitex provides cost/speed analytics to make an informed decision.

Checklist before sending

Check the classification of the goods (HS code).
Prepare a full package of documents (invoice, packing list, certificates).
Assess the need for temperature regime or special packaging; order a refrigerator or isothermal container if necessary.
Clarify the Incoterms and who pays customs duties.
Order cargo insurance with appropriate coverage.
Agree on the terms and method of delivery with the carrier; agree on a communication plan in case of force majeure.

International cargo delivery from Europe: pricing and how to get a quote

To get an accurate calculation of international freight transportation prices, you need to specify: type of goods, weight, volume, departure/arrival point, desired terms. Unitex performs a free preliminary estimate and provides several alternatives in terms of price and time.

Price components – analysis

Kilometer rate / container rate or pallet rate.
Fuel surcharges (FSC) and seasonal adjustments.
Port and terminal charges (handling, storage).
Customs services and brokerage fees.
Cargo insurance.
Warehousing and handling costs (LIFO/FIFO for food), laboratory tests if necessary.

Component	Typical % of the amount	Example (EUR)
Transport	50–70%	800–1400
Port/terminal	5–15%	50–300
Customs services	3–10%	30–150
Insurance	1–3%	10–50

How we do the calculation — mini-case (example)

Case: 20 pallets of frozen berries from Berlin to Kyiv, 4 days, refrigerated truck. Approximate components:

Base truck rate: 1200 EUR
Fuel surcharge and road tolls: 150 EUR
Customs clearance and documents: 90 EUR
Cargo insurance: 60 EUR
Warehouse operations at reception: 50 EUR

Summary: the approximate cost of transportation from Europe to Ukraine in this case is ~1550 EUR. Unitex provides the exact amount after analyzing the documents and inspecting the batch. We also offer optional services: expedited customs clearance, additional packaging, delivery “to the door” – each service adds a separate cost item to the commercial offer.

Cargo delivery from Europe: selection criteria and evaluation table

We recommend evaluating a carrier based on 5 weighted criteria — this helps you make decisions based on risks and cost.

Criterion	Weight	Comment
Experience in the product group	30%	Availability of food/ADR/furniture cases.
Customs clearance speed	25%	Customs agent at ports and at the border.
Price and transparency of fees	20%	A clear calculator and a contract without “surprises”.
Insurance and reimbursement	15%	Policy with transportation risk coverage.
Route coverage	10%	Having our own partners in the country of departure.

FAQ — answers to key questions

What documents are required for import from Europe? — Invoice, packing list, CMR/transport documents, certificates according to the product group; we help with registration and verification of completeness before shipment.
How much does transportation from Europe to Ukraine cost? — Depends on the route, transport and volumes; a guideline — in the table above; an exact calculation is provided upon request after reviewing the documents.
Do you insure goods? — Yes, Unitex offers cargo insurance with coverage of transportation and storage risks; the policy is adapted to the cost and specifics of the cargo.
How quickly do you do customs clearance? — The time depends on the type of cargo and the completeness of the documents; usually, clearance at the port/terminal takes from several hours to 2 days, additional time may be required for complex cases.
What is better for grain — sea or rail? — For large batches and low cost — sea; for more fixed schedules and faster delivery — rail; we will help you make an economic calculation for your case.
How to order a transportation calculation from Unitex? — Send data about the cargo (photo, weight, volume, points) via the form or by e-mail; we will prepare a commercial offer with several route options.

Unitex provides a full range of services for the delivery of cargo from Europe: planning, customs support, insurance and delivery to the final recipient. For a detailed calculation, use our help: Unitex — help.