Irish Freight Solutions (IFS) is accelerating its transformation and future-proofing its operations by partnering with Qargo, a new kind of transport management system (TMS).
With regional hubs in Bolton (UK), Nottingham, Lichfield, Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool, and Newry, IFS provides direct, on-time freight across the UK-Ireland corridor and throughout Europe. The collaboration sees IFS adopting Qargo’s smart, cloud-based platform to simplify administration, improve real-time visibility, and support its customers - all from a unified system.
Key benefits include:
- Automated order processing - convert email requests into jobs instantly
- Live job visibility - track loads, trailers, and partners in real time
- Centralised document handling - attach PODs and invoices to each job
- Flexible rate logic - manage pricing per mile, container, or cross-border
- Streamlined planning - plan and allocate across fleet and subcontractors efficiently
IFS specialises in a wide range of logistics solutions including full-load, groupage, customs, freight forwarding, and project management, serving sectors such as FMCG, retail, manufacturing, and construction. The company offers overnight groupage via consolidation hubs and robust customs expertise for UK, ROI, and NI imports/exports with SAD filing, AEO-authorisation support, and deferred payment facilities
“This partnership is about investing in the future of our business and improving the service we provide to our customers,” said James Wood, Managing Director at Irish Freight Solutions.
“With Qargo, we’re making operations leaner, giving our team better tools, and ensuring our customers continue to get the service and speed they expect from us.”
“Irish Freight Solutions is a fast-moving, future-focused logistics business, and we’re proud to support them as they grow,” said Adriaan Coppens , CEO & Cofounder at Qargo.
“Together, we’re proving that smarter systems deliver stronger service.” The partnership was initiated and shaped by David Shawcross, Senior Business Development Manager, Qargo - who played a key role in bringing the two companies together to drive meaningful change across the operation.

