Eastway Global Forwarding Ltd

Eastway Global Forwarding Ltd is an aerospace and air freight logistics company based in Limerick, Ireland. Founded in 2001 by Frank McNamara, a qualified flight engineer, the company focuses on aerospace logistics and global cargo transport. With more than 30 years of experience, Eastway operates in over 130 countries, providing export and import freight forwarding services worldwide.

The company caters to aviation leasing firms, maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) providers, airlines, and other aviation customers. It offers a wide range of services including aircraft on ground (AOG) time critical shipments, aircraft engine transportation, aviation logistics and warehousing, general cargo handling, and customs brokerage.

Eastway has a 10-person team managing both time critical and routine aviation parts shipments. Their AOG desk operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing global coverage to meet urgent aviation needs. The company handles logistics for aircraft transitions and provides customs clearance solutions worldwide.

They offer storage in an ASA-100 accredited warehouse with full temperature and humidity control, suitable for both narrow body and wide body aircraft engines. Their engine logistics expertise extends to engine types such as CFM, LEAP, GENx, Pratt & Whitney, V2500, Trent, and turboprop models. Clients can access a secure inventory system to manage orders directly.

Eastway also operates a customs bonded warehouse approved by Irish Revenue, allowing import and storage of goods outside the EU with duty and VAT suspension. The company manages stock reporting to customs authorities and facilitates import, export, and transfer of goods under customs control.

As an IATA cargo agent for over 20 years, Eastway leverages direct access to major commercial airline networks. For outsized cargo, they provide dedicated all-cargo or charter aircraft services. Daily collections from Boeing and Airbus facilities further support their aerospace logistics capabilities.

Eastway maintains a strong network of international partners and offers 24/7 customer support, emphasizing reliable global transport solutions and compliance with aerospace industry requirements.

Services

• AOG Time Critical
• Aircraft Engine Transportation
• Aviation Logistics & Warehousing
• General Cargo
• Brokerage Services
• Customs Bonded Warehouse
• All-Cargo Services
• Dedicated Charter Aircraft
• Inventory Management System
• Customs Clearance Solutions