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Flash by Redspher moves time critical freight for the plants, airports and ports our customers depend on.

43agencies
23countries
5continents
1981operating since
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Who we are

Flash by Redspher is a premium freight forwarder built for the shipments that cannot wait.

Since 1981 we have done one thing: move time critical freight when the standard network is too slow or too rigid. A production line that stops, a part that has to clear customs tonight, a device that has to be in theatre in the morning. Those are the jobs our teams take.

We do it with our own agencies on the ground and a network of vetted carriers, all working on the same booking and tracking platform. That is what lets one agency organise a pick-up on the other side of the world and keep the customer informed the whole way.

Flash is a Redspher company. We serve customers across automotive, aerospace, healthcare, industrial manufacturing and retail, from a single urgent consignment to a contracted express programme.

Flash by Redspher control room monitoring shipments worldwide

We carry trust.

Every urgent load carries not just your goods, but your reputation. Our job is to protect both by delivering fast, reliably, and transparently, every time.

Our History

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1981

Local road logistic company

Founded in Metz, France Providing express logistics for local customers.

1982

Introduction of air freight shipments

Major growth in demand for shipments from Central Europe to North Africa.

2004

First worldwide transport contract with large OEM

First farreaching contract with global OEM for all French sites (40 plants and 9,000 shipments a year) Strategic partnership in Tunisia

2005

Entry into the eastern european market

Offices opened in Slovakia, Romania and Poland.

2007

International orientation strengthened

Separate companies founded in Spain, Poland, Romania and Slovakia.

2008

Growth through acquisition

Acquisition of Taxicolis (France) and Flashline (Germany).

2010

Established SME investors push further expansion LBO

France and Siparex create basis for further growth and internationalisation of the Flash group.

2011

International growth

Separate companies founded in Morocco, Turkey and Russia.

2013

Quality and integration

Successful DINISO certification of the entire corporate group. Complete IT systems conversion across the corporate group to allow the companies to collaborate more closely. All 38 Flash offices in 18 different countries now work with a single booking system!

January 2015

Creation of the digital innovation center

2019

Expansion Project

Started our first partnership in Turkey as part of our global expansion project.

2020

Shipper Portal launch

Introduced a shipper portal facilitating premium delivery services.

2023

Digital agent integration

Launched a BOT allowing full integration with our customers TMS.

2024

Breakthrough in America

Opened in America with the fastest-growing division in our history.

2026

Continental Expansion

We welcomed new partners in our expansion project across the United States, Brazil, Iraq, and India.

Our fleet

From small van to mega-trailer, from helicopter to cargo plane.

20K+Carriers
40K+Vehicles
Flash by Redspher van in motion on the road at sunset

Van

For the smaller urgent load. We find a pick-up anywhere and expedite it to keep your line going.

Flash by Redspher tractor and curtain-side trailer at sunset

Truck and mega-trailer

For full loads and oversized freight, with contractualized carriers and dedicated teams from pick-up to delivery.

Flash by Redspher air cargo being loaded

Express airfreight

We take your shipment to the nearest suitable airport and put it on the next scheduled flight out.

Flash by Redspher air charter loading at sunset

Air charter

A plane or a helicopter chosen for the optimal size, speed and location your shipment needs.

Our Network

Flash by Redspher moves time critical freight through its own agencies and a vetted carrier network. Open the map to find the agency closest to your shipment, with its direct email and phone number.

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43Agencies
23Countries
5Continents
1981Operating since

Our certifications

ISO 14001:2015 certification

ISO 14001:2015

Flash has implemented an Environmental Management System which incorporates the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 standard. The goal of Flash’s Environmental Management System is to be able at any time to comply with the requirements of customers and interested parties as well as with all relevant legislation and regulations. Flash’s Environmental Management System has been designed to be simple, pragmatic and innovative, both in terms of solutions designed to reduce environmental impacts and in the way of involving teams.

Flash’s Environmental Management System covers in particular the operations of the sites of Lille (France) and Maastricht (The Netherlands) that are ISO 14001:2015 certified.

ISO 14001:2015
ISO 9001:2015 certification

ISO 9001:2015

Flash has implemented a Quality Management System (QMS), which describes the controlled way in which the quality of the services to our customers is guaranteed.
This QMS takes into account the requirements as recorded in ISO 9001: 2015.

The policy of Flash is fixed on implementation and maintaining the QMS in an effective and economically well-considered way. Goal of the QMS is to be able, at any moment, to comply with the requirements of customers as well as with the relevant legislation and regulations resulting in a basis for the continuation of the company.

ISO 9001:2015
GDP certification

GDP

Speed Pack, a Flash by Redspher product, has implemented and adheres to the principles of Good Distribution Practice (GDP), ensuring that the quality and integrity of pharmaceutical products are maintained throughout the supply chain. This certification reflects the commitment of Speed Pack to delivering services that meet stringent regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality during transportation.

Speed Pack's GDP-compliant management system has been designed to provide robust oversight, reducing risks to product quality. By achieving GDP certification, Speed Pack demonstrates its dedication to responsible logistics and supply chain excellence.

GDP

FAQ

What is Flash by Redspher?

Flash by Redspher is a premium freight forwarding service specializing in time-sensitive, urgent transport for B2B customers across Europe. We focus on agile, reliable, and sustainable logistics, serving industries like automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and retail. Whether you need contracted express delivery or spot-based urgent freight, we carry trust, not just cargo.

Traditional logistics rely on rigid and oversized regular freight networks, which often result in empty runs, slow response times, and poor adaptability. Flash offers an agile transport model that combines:

  • Contracted express freight (pre-negotiated urgent deliveries)
  • Spot buying for maximum flexibility
  • Regular freight only when it adds value

This hybrid model is built for today’s volatile world and tomorrow’s sustainability needs.

We specialize in urgent, time-critical transport, including:

  • Just-in-time deliveries
  • Production line recovery (avoiding shutdowns)
  • Downstream and reverse logistics
  • Customized same-day or next-day solutions

We work across road, air, and multimodal networks to find the optimal solution, fast.

Flash primarily serves industrial and automotive OEMs and Tier 1 and 2 suppliers, as well as retail and high-tech companies requiring speed, reliability, and traceability. Our clients rely on us to secure their supply chains, protect production continuity, and meet tight delivery windows.

Our digital freight platform connects you to a vetted network of top-tier carriers, with real-time availability and pricing. Our operations run 24/7/365 with human supportautomated tracking, and performance KPIs at every step. You get instant answers, not call-center delays.

Because efficiency no longer comes from size, but from speed and flexibility. Oversized regular networks create:

  • High empty mileage

  • Poor cost-to-value ratio

  • Inflexibility when disruption hits

Flash helps reduce carbon emissions, optimize truck utilization, and deliver exactly what’s needed, when and where it’s needed.

Not necessarily. While spot transport can be higher in unit cost, total landed cost is often lower when you factor in:

  • Avoided production downtime

  • Elimination of storage and buffer inventory

  • Reduced penalties or lost sales

Flash helps you calculate the true cost of delay versus the price of speed, and often, speed wins.

We are committed to smart and sustainable shipping. By reducing empty kilometers and offering CO₂ tracking tools, we empower you to:

  • Track emissions per shipment

  • Choose low-impact carrier options

  • Balance speed with sustainability

Sustainability is not a buzzword, it’s a core principle of how we design our logistics network.

Yes. We offer:

  • API integration with your TMS or ERP

  • White-labeled client portals for your teams

  • Centralized dashboards for visibility and control

This means your logistics team stays in command, while we deliver the speed.

Flash operates worldwide, with a strong presence across key markets in Europe, North Africa, Asia, and the Americas:

  • Europe: France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Benelux, Nordics, Central and Eastern Europe, UK & Ireland

  • North Africa: Morocco, Tunisia

  • Asia: Turkey and beyond

  • Americas: Mexico and more

With local teams and Flash Partners, we offer borderless urgent freight solutions, fully GDPR and customs compliant.

We maintain a curated network of certified, fully audited carriers with:

  • Insurance compliance

  • Real-time vehicle tracking

  • Performance-based tiering

  • ISO & GDP standards (as required)

Quality isn’t optional: it’s engineered into every mile.

For us, trust is not a slogan, it’s a promise. Every urgent load carries not just your goods, but your reputation. Our job is to protect both by delivering fast, reliably, and transparently, every time.

Yes. We offer data-driven business insights to help you:

  • Benchmark cost vs speed trade-offs

  • Predict urgency patterns

  • Identify bottlenecks

The future of logistics is predictive, flexible, and responsive, Flash is your partner to get there.

Ready to move your freight with Flash?

Tell us what you are shipping and where it has to be. Our teams come back to you with a solution.

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