Founded by Ernest Sommer over 110 years ago, WTA Group has grown from an innovative transport provider into an international freight management organisation. Growing over 500% across the last twenty years alone, we combine historical operational reliability with state-of-the-art predictive supply chain technology.
Unlike transactional logistics firms, WTA is built around dedicated people and long-term partnerships. With over half of our customers having worked with us for over five years, we offer stability, transparency, and tailored multimodal freight solutions you can confidently rely on.
"At WTA, every part of our business strategy is built around customer experience. This provides genuine guidance for creating enduring supply chain trust and ensures that our global team operates with a customer-first mindset every single day."Samantha Mitchell Customer Excellence Director, WTA Group
Our fourth-generation executive board and Senior Leadership Team balance technological innovation with human-centered customer service.
Bringing over 16 years of strategic development experience, Rochelle represents the fourth generation of the Sommer family. She oversees global operations, carrier network development in China and Asia, and transparent service delivery for international procurement managers.
A lifelong logistics professional with extensive expertise founding and expanding WTA USA. John is an authority in transatlantic customs brokerage, FDA compliance for food shipping, and international multimodal network synchronisation.
FCILT accredited and holding a Master's degree in Business Administration, Gerry leads UK transport operations, customs compliance, and port haulage solutions across British and European supply chain gateways.
Headquartered in the UK and present in the world's most critical trading centres, our local teams understand local customs, documentation, and port operations.
Suite 3E, Manchester International Office Centre, 11 Styal Road, Wythenshawe, M22 5WB
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1699 Wall Street #212, Mt Prospect, IL 60056
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Charm Centre, No 700 Castle Peak Road, Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Room 501, Block D, No.723 Tongxin Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai
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Our long-term commercial relationships with tier-one shipping lines, air cargo fleets, and regional customs agencies protect capacity and transit times.
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Read what overseas importers, manufacturers, and enterprise distributors say about partnering with WTA.
"Business is about products and prices, but fundamentally it is about reliable people. It is to WTA's great credit that they possess some of the most dedicated professionals in international logistics."
"The proactive guidance, honest advice, and responsive service are the main reasons we stay with WTA. We enjoy significant cost savings and smooth customs clearance through their tailor-made ocean services."
"WTA means true partnership, solid commercial understanding, and transparent cooperation. Whether moving urgent air freight or standard containers, they deliver certainty on time."
How we help multinational procurement teams mitigate supply chain risk, control total landed cost, and meet sustainability metrics.
Itemised freight rates with zero hidden accessorial fees. Our team anticipates port congestion and detention fees to prevent unexpected billing.
Free, cloud-based milestone tracking and predictive delay notifications from departure port right through to delivery dock.
Seamlessly pivot between Sea FCL/LCL, Air Freight, Rail Freight, and Overland Road haulage to meet changing deadlines.
Authorised Economic Operator and C-TPAT accreditations reduce inspection hold-ups and ensure secure, audited cross-border handling.
No generic ticket queues. Work directly with experienced logistics coordinators who know your cargo profile and trade regulations.
Empower corporate ESG reporting with comprehensive emissions data per lane and certified sustainable logistics routing alternatives.
Connect directly with our international freight experts to discuss ocean, air, rail, or customs brokerage requirements for your global business.
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