KLN Logistics Group has introduced a new road feeder service (RFS) linking Europe with the Middle East, offering businesses a cost-effective alternative to airfreight as regional air cargo capacity continues to recover from ongoing conflict-related disruptions.

Spanning approximately 10,500 km, the new road corridor provides door-to-door transit times of 15 to 25 days, connecting European markets with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan and Egypt.

Although slower than air transport, the service offers customers an integrated logistics solution under a single contract. KLN oversees the entire transportation process, from cargo collection in Europe to final delivery in the Middle East, managing customs clearance, permits, border coordination and customs-escorted movements wherever necessary.

The service accommodates non-stackable palletised shipments weighing up to 23 tonnes per truck, including dangerous goods. Shipments must be accompanied by complete original documentation at origin, while cargo insurance remains the shipper’s responsibility.

Martin Stoekenbroek, managing director – EMEA at KLN, said the new service provides customers with an additional transport option between ocean and air freight, particularly as direct access to parts of the Middle East remains difficult.

He added that the solution will help businesses maintain exports and deliveries across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets while diversifying their transport options. It also supports dangerous goods shipments requiring a reliable overland transportation network.

Darren Baker, chief operations officer – EMEA at KLN, highlighted the complexities of transporting dangerous goods across multiple international borders, where documentation, permits, customs requirements and local regulations demand close coordination.

He noted that KLN’s service offers a structured operating process and a centrally managed transport solution from origin to destination, supporting consistent cargo movements despite ongoing regional access constraints.

KLN Logistics Group is a global third-party logistics (3PL) provider operating across 58 countries and territories. Its portfolio includes integrated logistics, international freight forwarding, e-commerce and industrial project logistics services.