Who we are
Anyone else hate the word ‘logistics’?
No-one jumps out bed in the morning and says to themselves,
“I’m going to supply chain optimise the sh*t out of things today.”
Or maybe they do?
Seems to us that just when the world’s getting harder and more complicated to deal with, so are the freight and cargo companies traditionally relied on to make live events happen. Lots of talk of ‘multi-modal global orchestration’, not enough talking to each other.
Corporations are great at making their ‘efficiencies’, but what if that means they’re less efficient for the people they’re supposed to be here for?
The unseen army of folks who keep the show on the road – literally.
Because, when the inevitable curve balls come, it’s not a corporate response you need – it’s a conversation.
It’s why Freight Minds exists – we’re a crew not a corporation.
Independently owned and run by second-generation freighting folks with the tour industry in our blood. Raised on doing things the right way, with just enough rock ‘n’ roll attitude to not take no for an answer.
We don’t claim to do anything new, in fact we do things kind of ‘old’. In a world where answering the phone seems to be a lost art, ours hasn’t stopped ringing. Seems we’re not the only ones who want a bit less ‘seamless synergistic solutions’ and a bit more soul.
We’re in it for the moment the lights go up, or the curtains pull back, and we can all say to ourselves: ‘We did that.’ Some might call it ‘Excelling at worldwide time-critical transport solutions’, we call it doing our job.
Welcome to shipping with soul.
Hello, we’re...
Alan Durrant 
Alan has worked in logistics (he doesn’t like that word) and freight forwarding for over four decades, but is always looking for the next challenge as the industry evolves. Interests include cycling, cars, motorbikes, motorsport, sport and less adrenaline-related pursuits like gardening and baking.
Matt Wright
Matt’s a second generation freight forwarder. He grew up in the business and brings decades of expertise to bear on solving the increasingly complex logistical problems that it can present. Interests include mountain biking, motor racing, music, cars, motorbikes, travelling, and eating out.
Andy Lovell
Andy has been at the forefront of live entertainment logistics for over 30 years, specialising in the A-Z of the music touring industry. From Adele to Zucchero, he brings a wealth of expertise to the dynamic team. Beyond his career, Andy is a dedicated family man with two young daughters. His hobbies currently include catching up on sleep (!),watching and playing sport, particularly football, listening to music and relaxing on a nice sandy beach.
Joseph Pacheco
With more than 30 years of experience in Global freight and logistics management across various transportation modes, he has refined his skills over the past two decades by successfully navigating intricate tour schedules. He plays a crucial role in the entertainment and events industry, focusing on overseeing tours for highly acclaimed artists, live events, theatre productions, sports gatherings, and experiential marketing campaigns. Known for his meticulous planning, precise coordination, and adept problem-solving abilities, Joseph ensures the flawless execution of high-profile events. When he is not travelling with his family, Joseph loves a chill day at home or at the beach hanging with his dogs. An avid mountain biker and sports fanatic, he also has a deep love for music and attending live shows.
Beverly Aguiling
Beverly is a live entertainment shipping expert with over 20 years of collaborative experience with the Freight Minds US and UK teams, in the dynamic live event industry. She has implemented processes and programs for seamless logistics in entertainment events and contributed to 10 of the largest tours in the past decade, ensuring flawless execution. Beverly is a proud member of NCBFAA and LACAA, driving industry excellence. She enjoys travel and cherishes family moments.
Fancy a chat?
To reach us, here are the central numbers for our global HQs:
LONDON: +44 300 303 5388
LOS ANGELES: +1 (424) 551 5388
NEW JERSEY: +1 (551) 354 5388
Need a quote?
We might be famous for doing things quickly, but we won’t rush a quote. We like to listen, get things right, and give you exactly what you need (not a load of stuff you don’t). Use the form to give us a quick idea of what you’re after and then we’ll be in touch to discuss the details.
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