Transport & Logistics FAQ

Container haulage costs depend on container size (20ft or 40ft), collection point, delivery address, and urgency. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your shipment. We offer competitive rates with full goods liability included. Learn more about our container haulage service →

Yes. Our depot in Zebbug is located minutes from Malta Freeport, the island's primary maritime container terminal. We specialise in port-to-door collections for both 20ft and 40ft containers, including high-cube and open-top variants. Learn more about our container haulage service →

We handle both standard 20ft and 40ft containers, including 40ft high-cube, open-top, and flat-rack containers. We transport both full container loads (FCL) and partial loads (LCL). Our fleet of DAF CF trucks is equipped with dedicated container chassis for both sizes. Learn more about our container haulage page →

FCL (Full Container Load) means your goods fill an entire 20ft or 40ft container. LCL (Less than Container Load) means your cargo is grouped with other shipments in a shared container. CTS Transport handles both - we can advise which option is more cost-effective for your shipment. Learn more about our import and export logistics →

A Malta Freeport container collection is the process of retrieving an import container from Malta Freeport - the island's primary maritime container terminal in Birzebbuga - and delivering it to your premises. Once your container is released by Malta Customs and the shipping line confirms availability, CTS Transport collects the container with our DAF CF trucks and delivers it directly to your door. We handle the full process including port entry, container pickup, and delivery. Learn more about our container haulage →

Our depot at 2 Triq Philip Gatt, Zebbug is located approximately 10 minutes by road from Malta Freeport in Birzebbuga. This makes us one of the most conveniently located container haulage operators for port-to-door collections and deliveries across Malta.

Yes. For smaller shipments that do not fill an entire container (LCL - Less than Container Load), we can arrange groupage with our European partner network. Your cargo is consolidated with other shipments in a shared container, which reduces costs compared to booking a full container. Learn more about our general haulage →

Our team handles the full customs clearance process on your behalf - from document preparation and tariff classification to submission with Malta Customs and release of your goods. We coordinate directly with Malta Freeport and the relevant authorities so your cargo moves without delays. This includes duty calculation, payment, and inspection coordination if required. Learn more about our import and export logistics →

Yes, we provide door-to-door freight forwarding between Malta and destinations across Europe. Goods travel by ferry from Malta to Sicily and then by road through our trusted partner network. We handle all coordination including ferry booking, customs documentation, and final delivery. Learn more about our general haulage and European freight →

Yes. We operate a refrigerated fleet with real-time temperature monitoring for pharmaceutical-grade cold chain transport. We handle perishable goods, food produce, and pharmaceutical products to strict temperature specifications, and provide full temperature documentation for compliance and audit purposes. Learn more about our temperature-controlled transport →

Yes. Our refrigerated fleet provides temperature-controlled delivery across Malta for perishable goods, food produce, and pharmaceutical products. We maintain temperatures from -25 degrees C to +25 degrees C and provide real-time monitoring throughout the cold chain. Learn more about our cold chain logistics →

Our refrigerated fleet can maintain temperatures from -25 degrees C to +25 degrees C, covering deep-frozen goods, chilled pharmaceutical products (2-8 degrees C), and controlled ambient shipments. All vehicles use real-time temperature monitoring throughout the journey to ensure cold chain integrity. Learn more about our refrigerated transport →

Yes. We offer heavy equipment transport and specialised lifting, including crane operations, generator installation, industrial machinery placement, and oversized cargo handling across Malta. We handle route planning, permit applications, and crane coordination as part of the service. Learn more about our heavy equipment transport →

Yes. As the official OHC Makina dealer in Malta, we supply and install hydraulic cargo lifts, scissor lifts, dock levelers, car lifts, and disabled access lifts. All products are CE certified with a 2-year warranty and 24/7 technical support. Learn more about our cargo lifts →

Yes. We offer secure warehousing at our Zebbug facility, and we supply and install industrial pallet racking and shelving systems across Malta. From new warehouse fit-outs to expansions and reconfigurations, we handle the entire project including site survey, design, supply, and installation. Learn more about our warehouse shelving installations →

Our office hours are Monday to Friday 07:00-18:00 and Saturday 07:00-13:00. For urgent out-of-hours transport requirements, contact us via WhatsApp at +356 9968 5845 and we will do our best to assist.

Yes. CTS Transport carries full goods liability insurance. We take complete responsibility for your cargo from the point of collection through to final delivery. We can provide certificates of insurance on request.

We provide island-wide coverage across all of Malta and Gozo, including Hal Far, Marsaxlokk, Marsa, and all industrial estates and commercial areas. We also coordinate import and export logistics throughout Europe via our partner network. Learn more about our cargo shifting service →

Yes. CTS Transport is ISO 9001:2015 certified (Certificate No. CTST4378Q2401, issued by EuCI, European Certification Institute). Our certification scope covers freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics solutions. Valid until August 2027. Learn more about our about page →

In many cases, yes. Contact us as early as possible for urgent transport requirements. For out-of-hours or same-day requests, WhatsApp us at +356 9968 5845 and we will advise on availability. Learn more about our general haulage →

To give you an accurate quote, we need the collection point (e.g. Malta Freeport, warehouse, supplier), delivery address, cargo type and weight or dimensions, and any special requirements such as temperature control or crane offloading. Call us, WhatsApp, or use our online quote form.