Greece
I’m Andreas Kakavogiannis, a logistics leader with 18+ years of experience empowering businesses to move goods efficiently and reliably across borders—especially between Greece Turkey and Balkans. I help companies solve their most complex freight, customs and supply chain challenges by designing tailored road transport solutions and ensuring seamless customs clearance every step of the way.  As CEO & Founder of Excel Cargo Services, I bridge global markets with precision, integrity, and a personal commitment to operational excellence. I partner with shippers, carriers and trading companies to cut transit times, reduce risk, and simplify cross-border logistics, so they can scale with confidence and clarity.  What sets me—and my team—apart is a customer-first mindset grounded in deep regional expertise, strong industry relationships, and an unwavering focus on execution. Whether it’s coordinating complex Greece–Turkey-Balkans freight lanes, navigating customs regulations, or optimizing end-to-end supply chains, I thrive on turning logistical friction into competitive advantage.  Above all, I believe great logistics is built on trust, collaboration and continuous learning. I’m always exploring new ways to drive value—through partnerships, technology, and people—while championing growth for our clients and the businesses we serve. Let’s connect if you’re looking to move smarter, faster, and with purpose
Founder of a fast-growing freight forwarding and customs brokerage firm focused on complex cross-border trade lanes (EU–Turkey–Middle East-Far East). What I’m accountable for: P&L, network development, trade compliance, operational performance, and strategic partnerships. Key Outcomes & Impact • Built and scaled operations across 5 continents within 3 years. • Developed a high-performance Greece–Turkey_Serbia-Croatia-Slovenia road freight corridor, optimizing transit times and customs efficiency. • Managed complex transit & T1/T2 operations across the EU with zero compliance penalties. • Successfully executed sensitive shipments during major geopolitical disruptions, ensuring continuity of supply chains. • Established specialized routing solutions (Turkey → Piraeus → Israel-Cyprus) improving speed and cost efficiency for regional traders. • Strengthened carrier, port, and customs authority relationships to reduce clearance delays and increase predictability. Core Expertise Freight Forwarding | Customs Brokerage | T1/T2 Transit | Cross-Border Road Freight | FCL/LCL | Trade Compliance | Supply Chain Optimization | Risk Mitigation | 3PL Partnerships | P&L Leadership
Second-generation customs brokerage professional in a firm established in 1974, serving Greek and international import/export clients. Foundation Built • Deep expertise in EU customs regulations and brokerage operations. • Hands-on management of import/export declarations and shipping documentation. • Built long-term client relationships in manufacturing, trade, and shipping sectors. • Established strong working relationships with customs authorities and transport providers. Career Impact This role built the regulatory, operational, and commercial expertise that later enabled me to launch and scale multiple logistics ventures. Core Expertise Import/Export Operations | Customs Clearance | Regulatory Compliance | Cargo Documentation | Client Relationship Management | Trade Operations
Boutique logistics representation and correspondence partner for international forwarders entering or operating in Greece. What We Deliver • On-the-ground agency representation for global freight forwarders. • Customs consulting and regulatory risk mitigation. • End-to-end documentation control and port liaison services. Results • Acted as local operational arm for international partners, reducing entry barriers into the Greek market. • Streamlined customs documentation workflows to minimize clearance delays. • Built trusted working relationships with ports, customs authorities, and shipping lines. • Supported foreign partners in executing compliant, smooth operations without establishing local infrastructure. Core Expertise Agency Representation | Customs Consulting | Port Operations | Regulatory Compliance | International Partnerships | Market Entry Support | Documentation Control