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28/04/2026
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International Transport: fast, reliable and fully aligned with your business

STEF moves food products and other goods safely, quickly, and efficiently to and from key European markets. With our international transport flows, we support businesses with both export and import, offering full visibility and control over their supply chain.

In the food industry and retail, timing, quality, and reliability are essential. Products must arrive on time and be transported under the right conditions. That’s why we handle international transport of chilled, frozen, ambient, and shelf-stable products across Europe fast, safe, and temperature-controlled. This helps you serve markets more efficiently, manage costs, and accelerate your European growth.

Outgoing flows: export from the Netherlands

From our hubs in Raalte and Bodegraven, we transport products daily to multiple European destinations. Our routes are carefully planned to ensure speed, reliability, and product quality. Customers benefit from punctual deliveries, optimal inventory planning, and efficient market supply.

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Incoming flows: import to the Netherlands

STEF also collects goods abroad and transports them back to the Netherlands. This means you need only one partner for both outbound and inbound flows. Thanks to our network and years of experience, these processes are flexible, efficient, and always meet the highest quality standards.

International transport across Europe from the Netherlands

With STEF, arranging international transport within Europe is simple. Our European network consists of strategically located hubs, fixed routes, and efficient transport corridors.

We are connected daily to the main logistics hubs and urban regions from Southern Europe to the DACH region, and from the Benelux to Scandinavia. This allows us to respond flexibly and reliably to your distribution needs.

We handle international transport to and from Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Portugal, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, and Denmark. Whether you are exporting products to France or Italy, we ensure your shipments arrive safely, quickly, and reliably.

Why choose STEF for international temperature-controlled transport?

Our network ensures your international transport runs smoothly, quickly, and reliably:

  • Fast, reliable routes – for both export and import, with a focus on delivery times and product quality
  • Full European coverage – strategically placed hubs and smart cross-docking let you serve all your markets
  • Visibility and control – real-time data via our customer portal gives you full insight into every shipment
  • Flexibility and tailored solutions – logistics adapted to volumes, product types, and delivery requirements

With STEF as your partner, you gain value across your international supply chain: lower risk, better planning, cost savings, and accelerated European growth.

Complete logistieke oplossing

Do you want to hand over not just transport but also warehousing, handling, and additional services? Our  One-Stop-Shop provides a complete logistics solution, combining all our services into one smart, integrated solution for chilled and shelf-stable food products.

From fresh produce to frozen goods, we monitor the correct temperature conditions on every journey, ensuring your products arrive in optimal condition at distribution centers, retailers, and customers across Europe.

We also handle deliveries in city centers daily. Whether it’s a retailer in Paris or a foodservice client in Berlin, we make sure your products arrive fresh, safe, and on schedule.

With STEF’s international transport flows, you have one partner for your entire supply chain, from storage to distribution. Save time and costs, maintain control over your logistics, and accelerate your European growth. Contact us today and discover how we can optimize your international logistics.

Contact us today and discover how we can optimize your international logistics.

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