Rhenus Gottardo Ruffoni SA

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Historical Overview

Rhenus Gottardo Ruffoni SA

Rhenus Gottardo Roffoni SA is a historic freight forwarding company based in Chiasso, active in the industry since 1872, the year the construction of Gotthard Railway began.
In 1934, it adopted the name Gottardo Ruffoni SA following its merger with the company "Trasporti Internazionali Gottardo."
In 2004, Gottardo Ruffoni became part of the IHG group, which was acquired by Rhenus Logistics two years later.
Since 2009, Rhenus Gottardo Ruffoni SA has been operating from its headquarters in Balerna, a 5,500 m² facility housing offices and warehouses, with a staff of about 30 people.
Historically, we have specialized in sectors such as fruits and vegetables, foodstuffs (with particular focus on cured meats and cheeses), flowers, and live animals.

Transport solutions via road

International Freight

Our headquarters, located just a few kilometers from the border, ensures active trade with Italy, both in imports and exports.
We organize all types of transport, including:

  • Groupage
  • Full loads
  • Express
  • Special / exceptional transport and ADR

With over 150 years of experience of international road freight solutions, we select the most suitable vehicle for each shipment: articulated lorries, trucks with trailers, dedicated vans, special or ADR vehicles. Managing traffic, delays, and unforeseen events is our daily challenge.
In addition to general cargo, we are specialized on foodstuffs, fresh, and frozen goods. 
The distribution is ensured with daily shuttles and deliveries to destination within 24/48 hours. We can manage both fresh and ambient temperature goods thanks to our warehouses in Balerna and in Italy.

  • Balerna: refrigerated cell (150 pallets on the floor) and 400 sqm ambient warehouse
  • Casnate con Bernate: refrigerated cell (200 pallets on the floor) 
  • Milan: frozen goods storage at our partner's facility

Integrated service solutions

CUSTOMS

CROSSING THE BORDER

In Balerna we operate with a SDA procedure (authorized shipper and consignee) and have several authorized locations at customers sites and warehouses in Ticino.
Our team includes several customs declarants with federal certification, who can provide highly specialized consulting services, including the analysis of new traffic flows.
We are highly specialized in offering all types of customs procedures: import/export, temporary operations, inward/outward processing, exemptions, Carnet ATA, transits, and special procedures.
We also offer specialized services in live animal transport in collaboration with our partner, Emilio Rizzi.

LOGISTICS

Warehousing solutions

We deal with the organization of all services related to the handling and management of goods, from material procurement to final and widespread distribution. Management projects, support, and assistance are provided according to the customer's needs and market requirements.
We have large warehouse spaces to meet any need:

  • Storage areas for ground and racked goods
  • Cross-docking warehouse
  • Temperature-controlled areas for goods at 0° / +5°C or ambient temperature between +15° / +25°C
RAIL

Transport by train

Rail transport offers safe, ecological, and cost-effective solutions for long distances.
Transport by train allows for the handling of  hazardous goods as well as oversized and overweight items.
We can also provide mixed transport solutions, combining trucks and railcars.

OCEAN

Transport by sea

Thanks to the international Rhenus network, we offer reliable services with departures from major European ports:

  • container pickup
  • groupage shipments
  • FCL and LCL services
  • Dangerous goods transport
  • FIATA member and NVOCC agent
AIR

Transport by air

In collaboration with the group, we provide high-quality air transport services. Goods depart from and arrive at any European airport:

  • Direct service worldwide
  • Consolidation service for main routes
  • Hazardous goods transport servic
  • IATA agent

Certifications and quality

As part of our commitment to continuous quality improvement, we have been recognized as Authorized Economic Operators (AEO) since December 2015. Obtaining this certification is the result of constant effort and the dedication that distinguishes us.

Download AEO Certification

Our company has been certified under the UNI EN ISO 9001 standard since 1998. In 2016, the quality management system was updated to UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 for the activities of “providing international freight forwarding services, organizing transport, logistics services, and customs operations.” The ISO certification is an important guarantee of quality for our clients. On March 26, 2012, our company achieved another milestone in food safety: the transportation and storage of ambient and refrigerated food products comply with the UNI EN ISO 22000:2005 standard, currently updated to version 22000:2018.

​​​​​ISO 9001

ISO 22000

Information is a key factor in today’s economy. Knowing who your clients and suppliers are, as well as their payment behavior and financial stability, is critical in a globalized economy.  The D&B Rating Certificate is a quality seal for the economy and a symbol of reliability and stability. Only 2% of Swiss companies meet the requirements for the D&B Rating Certificate. To qualify, a company must be classified for at least one year in D&B’s top risk class. Receiving this certificate confirms that your company is a reliable and attractive business partner with a stable financial situation and excellent payment behavior. It also demonstrates your ability to meet commercial obligations to clients and suppliers. We are proud to have obtained this certification, which once again highlights our reliability and professionalism.

​​​​​​Rating Certification

 

We are pleased to collaborate with our partners to promote the most ecological mobility solutions possible, through tangible and practical projects.

​​​​​​Green Logistics certificate

 

We are members of Spedlogswiss. Our activities are governed exclusively by the General Conditions of the Swiss Freight Forwarding and Logistics Association, in their latest version.

General conditions 

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Contacts

Rhenus Gottardo Ruffoni SA

Via Sottobisio 18
CH - 6828 Balerna
Tel. +41 (0)91 6950444
Fax +41 (0)91 6950445-46-37
[email protected]

Food: [email protected]

General cargo: [email protected]

Customs: [email protected]

 

 

 

Postal address:

Rhenus Gottardo Ruffoni SA
Via Sottobisio 18, Balerna
Casella postale 2263
CH - 6830 Chiasso