CROSS TRADE · SEA FREIGHT

International shipments managed without routing through the Netherlands.

Cross-trade freight moves between two foreign countries while Skye coordinates the shipment from the Netherlands. We align local agents, carrier instructions, commercial documents and delivery while protecting agreed information flows.

THE OUTCOME

One coordinating desk across origin, carrier and destination.

01Origin-to-destination coordination outside the Netherlands

02Local partner and carrier communication

03Document-flow and neutral-documentation support where agreed

04Clear milestones across time zones and handovers

HOW WE WORK

Clear at every step.

01

Map parties

Confirm seller, buyer, shipper, consignee and visibility rules.

02

Coordinate origin

Align booking, cargo readiness and export documents.

03

Control documents

Manage carrier instructions and agreed neutral flows.

04

Close delivery

Follow destination release and final handover.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Direct answers before you book.

Does cross trade have to pass through Rotterdam?+

No. Cargo can move directly between origin and destination countries while Skye coordinates the process.

Can commercial information remain confidential?+

We agree document and communication flows in advance and use neutral documentation where feasible and lawful.

Who handles destination delivery?+

Skye coordinates the appointed local partner and agreed delivery scope through one contact.

READY WHEN THE SHIPMENT IS

Tell us what needs to move.

Get a realistic route, rate and next step from a freight forwarder who takes ownership.

Call +31 181 700 275