About Us
Dynamic, collaborative and enthusiastic; that’s us in a nutshell
Why don’t we dig a little deeper…
Every day we build strong connections
From our customers, suppliers, to our team, our continuous collaboration helps us to transport some of the wildest things you can imagine, partnering with huge global brands to access a worldwide market.
Our levels of experience and reputation have enabled us to innovate quickly within the industry, even leading us to become DHL’s UK Sales Partner. We do this by employing the greatest talent and creating a vibrant culture where we value experience, creativity and a healthy work life balance.
what are the special ingredients that make us, us?
Our values
You could say our secret recipe lies in our DNA, which is set out in our 4 core values – who we are as a team to be the best for our customers, our suppliers and each other.
We Own It
We take as much individual responsibility as we can. Our long-term success comes from listening, learning and constantly improving.
We are Creative
We continuously innovate and are tenacious in helping our customers, suppliers and each other to find the solution to achieve their goals.
We are Better Together
We have a friendly, open culture of collaboration with our customers, suppliers and each other, helping us to achieve the best results and overcome even the most difficult challenges.
We are Authentic
We do what we say. Being honest, straightforward and humble builds trust in everything we do.
The team behind the brand
History in numbers
From there to here
Our home is in Nottingham, central to the UK and named as one of the best places to start a business. You’ll find us with our neighbours, Boots, one of the country’s most well-established and thriving brands.
Established by Ian Baxter and Peter Isler, made a £2.5 million turnover.
Hit £10 million turnover.
Began our partnership with DHL Freight, between the UK and Nordics.
Named fastest growing company in Nottinghamshire.
Awarded Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status.
We’re announced as DHL Freight’s UK Sales Partner for all freight between the UK and Europe. We established our partnership with Gerlach.
When the UK withdrew from the EU; we led the way in supporting customers through this transition.
Expanded to a team of 120, with a turnover of £37 million.
Baxter Freight launches a new website to help customers find the right solution.
What've we been up to...
The uphill struggle that small freight companies face
A champion for those who cannot speak out! We recently spoke with Lesley O’Brien OBE FCILT, the joint managing director at Freightlink Europe. Lesley prides herself on speaking out for
Staying ahead of the seasons
Planning deliveries for autumn Whilst most people may be focused on shipping their summery goods to reach customers just in time – our Navigate Team take a different approach. The
We’re going to Bangkok for Freight Camp 2023
Let’s Meet in Bangkok Freight Camp 2023 is a global meeting where Freight Forwarders from around the world can meet new business partners or catch up with old friends and
Picnic ready made possible by logistics
Tupperware fit for a royal occasion As the nights are getting lighter, and the need for winter coats is gradually fading, it can only mean one thing – summer is
Summer vibes made possible by logistics
Summer is nearly here, with a little help from logistics. If there is one thing us Brits are really good at, it’s embracing even the tiniest hint of summer. It
Creative ways to deliver weird-shaped items.
Different is an opportunity for an inventive solution Have you ever looked at some grand internal construction like a spiral staircase, a fountain, a hot tub or some big machine
