Your trusted partner in freight
forwarding and customs clearance.
Your trusted partner in freight forwarding and customs clearance.
Based in Shannon, County Clare, River International supports clients across Ireland
and beyond with reliable, tailored logistics solutions.
Based in Shannon, County Clare, River International supports clients across Ireland and beyond with reliable, tailored logistics solutions.
Who Are We
Having worked with FedEx for five years and subsequently offering a link into the FedEx service for the past seven years, River International is seen by many as the FedEx operation in the Mid West area of Ireland.Established and owned by Mr.Niall Gavin,who had previously been part of the Management Teams at Reindear Shipping, Elan/DHL, UPS/WW and Federal Express.
Services We Provide
Tired of Call Centres and Chatbots?
Whether you need freight forwarding, customs clearance, or support with specialist shipments, we’re here to help — and we don’t hide behind call centres or bots. You’ll always speak to a real person who understands the logistics landscape and can give you straight answers. From first contact to final delivery or clearance, we keep you updated every step of the way.
Deferred Service to Mainland Europe
This service is in conjunction with Interlink/DPD service, depending on destination transit time varies from 3 – 7 days.
Traditional Airfreight
We operate as a independent and neutral agent, whilst servicing our own clients we are also handling business/routing orders for International and Domestic Forwarders.
Live Animals / Products / Semen
Extensive experience of handling the importation of animals,pedigree and family pets,agricultural breeding purposes.Working with the Department of Agriculture and Customs to obtain efficent release.
Unaccompanied Baggage
Extensive experience of handling the importation of animals,pedigree and family pets,agricutural breeding purposes.
Working with the Department of Agriculture and Customs to obtain efficent release.
Our Credentials
Experience counts when it comes to shipping your freight.
We offer a range of services from Logistics to traditional Freight Forwarding, availing of the services of Integrators and commercial airlines.
Why Choose RIVER?
"International Forwarding Ltd"
Same Day to the Uk
Shipments collected before 12.oo hours will be delivered late afternoon in the Greater London area and in the late evening to several major UK Cities.
Same Day to the Uk
Shipments collected before 12.oo hours will be delivered late afternoon in the Greater London area and in the late evening to several major UK Cities.
Imports
Same day delivery ex Greater London area is available on request.
Imports
Same day delivery ex Greater London area is available on request.
Customs Clearance
All entries are completed in-house. We avail of the Automated Entry Processing (AEP) system via Direct Trader Input (DTI) on line to Irish Customs & Excise.
Customs Clearance
All entries are completed in-house. We avail of the Automated Entry
Processing (AEP) system via Direct Trader Input (DTI) on line to Irish Customs & Excise.
Overnight to Mainland Europe
This service is available in conjunction with the major Integrators and options are available for a.m. and timed deliveries.
Overnight to Mainland Europe
This service is available in conjunction with the major Integrators and options are available for a.m. and timed deliveries.
Our Services
Air Freight
Fast, flexible air cargo solutions – including standard, priority, and AOG shipments – through a global network of carriers and agents.
AOG & Time-Critical Shipments
Round-the-clock support for aircraft-on-ground and other mission-critical logistics, when timing is everything.
Door-to-Door Express Delivery
Trackable, time-critical delivery from collection to final drop-off, ideal for urgent business or personal shipments.
Live Stock Transport
Safe, specialist transport of live animals, in full compliance with national and international regulations.
On-Board Courier (OBC)
Personal hand-carry service for your most urgent or sensitive cargo, offering total control and peace of mind.
Unaccompanied Baggage
Cost-effective shipping for personal effects, student moves, and excess luggage, without airline baggage fees.
Customs Clearance & Brokerage
Expert handling of all import/export declarations, ensuring fast, compliant, and stress-free border crossings.
Biological & Germinal Shipments
Temperature-controlled and secure logistics for labs, agriculture, and research – including samples and genetic material.
Road Freight
Reliable road transport across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, with full load and groupage options available.
About Us
River International is a proudly Irish-owned freight forwarding and customs clearance company based in Shannon, County Clare. Established in 1992 by Niall Gavin – a seasoned logistics professional with experience at Reindear Shipping, Elan/DHL, UPS/WW, and Federal Express – the company was built on a commitment to combining industry expertise with genuine customer care.
From the outset, River International set out to bridge the gap between traditional freight forwarders and global integrators. That approach continues today, as we deliver tailored, compliant, and efficient solutions – combining the reach of major networks with the flexibility and personal touch of a trusted local partner.
With decades of experience and a strong team behind us, we focus on what matters most: keeping things clear, responsive, and moving – for our customers across Ireland and beyond.
Established in 1992 by Niall Gavin, a seasoned logistics professional with experience at Elan/DHL, UPS and FedEx– River International was built on a commitment to combining industry expertise with genuine customer care.
From the outset, we set out to bridge the gap between traditional freight forwarders and global integrators — and that’s still how we operate today.
We deliver tailored, compliant, and efficient solutions by combining the reach of major networks with the flexibility and personal touch of a trusted local partner.
With decades of experience and a strong team behind us, we focus on what matters most: keeping things clear, responsive, and moving — for our customers across Ireland and beyond.
Established in 1992 by Niall Gavin, a seasoned logistics professional with experience at Elan/DHL, UPS and FedEx– River International was built on a commitment to combining industry expertise with genuine customer care.
From the outset, we set out to bridge the gap between traditional freight forwarders and global integrators — and that’s still how we operate today.
We deliver tailored, compliant, and efficient solutions by combining the reach of major networks with the flexibility and personal touch of a trusted local partner.
With decades of experience and a strong team behind us, we focus on what matters most: keeping things clear, responsive, and moving — for our customers across Ireland and beyond.
