What is direct transport?
Direct transport means that your shipment is transported straight from the pickup address to the delivery address, without intermediate stops at a hub or distribution centre. The route is uninterrupted.
This distinguishes direct transport from network transport, where shipments are sorted and redistributed via a central point. At Special Transporter, the driver drives directly through, which significantly shortens the transit time.
When is direct transport suitable?
Short transit time desired
When your shipment must arrive at its destination as quickly as possible, without detours.
Shipments that cannot be sorted
When your shipment cannot or may not be processed via a hub.
Personal delivery
When you want one driver to drive the entire route and deliver personally.
Local and international
For trips within the Netherlands and cross-border shipments within the EU.
Benefits of direct transport
Direct route
No hub, no intermediate stops. Your shipment travels uninterrupted from A to B.
Short transit time
Because the route is direct, the transit time is significantly shorter than with network transport.
Fixed driver
One driver drives the entire route. Personal contact from departure to arrival.
GPS tracking
You track your shipment in real-time throughout the entire trip.
Proof of Delivery
Immediately upon delivery, a signed proof with name and signature.
Netherlands and Europe
From a local trip to an international shipment within the EU.
How do you request direct transport?
From request to delivery. Direct and personal.
Request
You request direct transport via the form or call. We confirm personally.
Pickup
The driver departs to the pickup address. Your shipment is loaded.
Transport
Direct route to the delivery address. GPS tracking active.
Delivery
POD with name and signature. Reported immediately upon delivery.
National and international options
Direct transport is available for trips throughout the Netherlands and to destinations within the EU. The route is always direct, without transshipment.
National
International
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between direct transport and dedicated transport?
Direct transport emphasises the direct route without transshipment. Dedicated transport emphasises the exclusive vehicle. In practice, these often coincide: a direct trip with an exclusive vehicle.
Is direct transport the same as urgent transport?
Not necessarily. Direct transport is about the direct route without a hub. Urgent transport is about the urgency and speed. Direct transport can also be used without urgency, when a direct route is desired.
Do you also drive at night and on weekends?
Yes. Special Transporter is available 24/7, also at night and on weekends.
Can I track my shipment?
Yes. All our vehicles are equipped with GPS. You track your shipment in real-time from departure to arrival.
Is a request a confirmed booking?
No. A request is a request. Your transport is only confirmed after we have personally confirmed it with you.