Use groupage shipping from Windmill Forwarding for an on-budget move
Moving to another continent is more than just a change of address; it’s a major life transition. With having to handle emotional goodbyes and organise international logistics, the process can feel overwhelming. There is always pressure to stay on budget with an international move, as well as meet tight deadlines, making it even more of a challenge. The good news is that the right partner can make it all much simpler.
Rethinking how expats move across continents
Windmill Forwarding believes that moving shouldn’t be stressful, and they know it doesn't have to be. That’s why they offer the best process for expats, making it smarter, simpler, and more flexible.
The method? It’s called groupage, and it's an efficient, cost-effective way to move internationally without sacrificing quality or convenience. Whether you’re leaving Europe for a new adventure or arriving here to start a new chapter, their services are designed entirely around your needs.
Groupage: A smarter and more sustainable solution
Traditional intercontinental moves often require you to book an entire container, even if you’re only moving a few items. That’s both costly and wasteful. Groupage offers a better way.
Pay only for the space you use
By sharing container space with others moving in the same direction, you only pay for the volume you actually use. You’re already sharing space on a ship, so why not the container too? Groupage flips the traditional model by giving expats a smarter and more sustainable solution; one that saves money and reduces environmental impact.
Moving without compromising on quality
Whether you’re shipping a few cubic meters or the contents of a whole apartment, your move receives the same level of care, planning and professionalism. It’s moving on your terms, with services tailored to your needs.
Sustainable and responsible
Groupage contributes to reducing the number of individual shipments worldwide, making it a more environmentally conscious way to move. By consolidating multiple loads into a single container, it lowers carbon emissions and increases overall transport efficiency, making your move not just smarter and cheaper, but greener too.
Connecting Europe to the rest of the world
For international relocations, location matters, and Rotterdam is Europe’s most powerful gateway. As the largest port on the continent, Rotterdam sits at the mouth of three major waterways that provide direct access to inland Europe, while the seaport connects to global shipping lanes reaching around the world.
This makes Rotterdam an ideal hub for your move, whether you’re departing Europe or arriving to begin a new life. The city’s infrastructure supports fast customs processing, flexible routing and reliable scheduling. Simply put, Rotterdam connects the world.
More than transport: What moving with us really means
Windmill Forwarding understands that moving is more than just getting your things from point A to B. They offer a full-service, door-to-door relocation experience, so that you can focus on the life ahead, not the logistics behind.
From professional packing in your home country to delivery at your destination, they manage the entire process. They handle all the paperwork, collaborate with certified local movers in both destinations and even dispose of packing waste once you’ve arrived.
They are FIDI FAIM-certified and adhere to international quality standards. That means you’re supported throughout your move, no matter what happens.
Why expats choose this approach
It’s easy to compare international movers by price alone, but that rarely tells the full story. Expats often face financial pressure, but that doesn’t mean you should settle for unreliable or low-quality service.
With Windmill Forwarding's groupage model, you avoid paying for unused container space and sidestep the risks of low-cost, cut-rate providers. Instead, you get a service that is transparent, tailored and trusted.