Speciality Coffee Warehousing & Logistics

Commodity Centre provides specialist coffee warehousing and logistics solutions for the speciality coffee sector, supporting importers, traders and roasters across the UK and Europe.

We understand the value and care behind every batch of coffee beans. Our dedicated warehouses provide tailored storage, handling and supply chain services designed to protect coffee quality, maintain traceability and support efficient operations from origin through to roasting and distribution.

Whether you are managing green coffee stock before roasting or coordinating international coffee import logistics, we help preserve quality and simplify your operations.

With digital inventory management systems in place, you always have clear visibility of your product’s condition and location.

Why Speciality Coffee Requires Specialist Storage

Speciality coffee requires careful management throughout the supply chain to preserve quality, traceability and value. From green coffee arriving at port to storage before roasting, every stage requires accurate inventory control, careful handling and suitable storage conditions.

Commodity Centre supports coffee businesses with specialist facilities, experienced teams and integrated logistics services designed around the specific requirements of the speciality coffee sector.

Expert Coffee Warehousing Services

Commodity Centre operates ICE-approved coffee warehousing facilities, providing trusted storage solutions for businesses operating within global coffee commodity markets.

Our warehouse network spans over 2.5 million square feet across the UK, Europe and Asia, with multi-accredited facilities designed to meet the requirements of the coffee industry. These include BRC AA+ certified sites in the UK and organic-certified storage locations in the UK (OFC) and Antwerp (TUV NORD), helping customers maintain product quality, compliance and traceability.

Coffee Storage & Handling Solutions

Our facilities provide:

• Off-floor placement to reduce contamination risk and improve airflow
• Storage options for green coffee in bulk bags, jute sacks and palletised goods
• Rack, floor and bonded storage space available
• Digital inventory management with real-time tracking and reporting
• Coffee services including sampling, pre-cleaning, testing and re-bagging

Transparent Inventory Management and Fulfilment Tools

Our in-house inventory system gives clients full access to stock and fulfilment data from both desktop and mobile devices. This platform supports order forecasting, stock rotation and detailed reporting, ensuring you can manage your coffee stock with confidence.

Whether storing long term or managing regular order cycles, our system gives you clear visibility and control of your coffee inventory.

Complete Supply Chain Support

With experience handling over 500,000 tonnes of cargo annually, Commodity Centre supports the storage and management of green coffee, dried fruit, nuts and other sensitive goods requiring stable, climate-controlled environments.

Commodity Centre offers a full range of services to support your coffee import and distribution. From arrival at port to final delivery, we manage each step with care and precision, protecting quality and ensuring traceability.

• Import handling and customs documentation

• Bonded storage and port health support

• Quality inspection and sampling

• Long term and flexible short-term coffee storage options

Our experienced team works closely with importers, traders and roasters to create reliable, cost-effective solutions tailored to the speciality coffee supply chain.

Integrated Logistics and International Freight Solutions

Our freight forwarding team coordinates coffee shipments across ocean, road and rail networks, ensuring efficient movement throughout the supply chain. We work with both major international carriers and specialist logistics providers to deliver tailored import solutions for full container loads and smaller consignments alike.

Our port and logistics services include:

• End-to-end freight coordination from origin to warehouse
• Ocean, road and rail transport solutions
• Efficient CVED, CED and organic certification handling
• Customs clearance and bonded warehousing
• Liaison with Port Health Authorities and regulatory bodies

Trusted by the Industry for 35 Years

We are proud to be a trusted partner in the coffee sector. With over three decades of experience and more than £1 billion in cargo managed each year, our focus remains on preserving product quality, managing risk and improving operational efficiency.

We work with businesses across the speciality coffee supply chain, including:

• Coffee importers
• Green coffee traders
• Specialty coffee roasters
• Coffee brands
• Food and beverage manufacturers

All our owned facilities operate with net zero emissions and use 75 percent green energy. We are committed to sustainability, innovation and responsiveness in everything we do.

FAQs

What types of coffee does Commodity Centre store?
We specialise in storing green coffee, including coffee held in bulk bags, jute sacks and palletised formats.

Do you provide ICE-approved coffee warehousing?
Yes, Commodity Centre operates ICE-approved coffee warehousing facilities supporting businesses operating within global coffee commodity markets.

Can you support coffee imports from origin countries?
Yes, our integrated logistics services support coffee movements from port arrival through to warehousing and distribution.

Do you offer storage for organic coffee?
Yes, we operate organic-certified storage locations to support customers requiring certified organic coffee storage.

Get in Touch

If you are looking for a specialist coffee logistics partner with ICE-approved coffee warehousing, secure storage, digital inventory management and integrated supply chain support, Commodity Centre can help you manage your coffee movements from origin through to final delivery. Please contact us to discuss your requirements or request a tailored quote.