From Lake Zurich to the Thames – An Exclusive Relocation by KUONEN LOGISTICS AG

Kuonen Logistics AG
Jul 16
2 min read

When London calls, Zurich answers — and vice versa.

Recently, we had the privilege of handling a complete private relocation for one of our premium clients, moving from Switzerland’s financial capital to the British metropolis.

950 road kilometers, three national borders, and a tight schedule: exactly the kind of challenge where our standard, “from pure cargo to personal care”, truly shines.

Individual Planning Instead of a Cookie-Cutter Checklist

Every move is unique. Even more so when it comes to a door-to-door service that genuinely delivers everything from a single source. Weeks before the pick-up date, our relocation team was already in constant contact with the family:

Personal On-Site Survey — to assess the volume of the move, the villa’s local conditions on Lake Zurich, and any special customer requests.
Customs and Brexit Briefing — clear guidance on permitted/prohibited goods, certificates of origin, inventory lists, and insurance options.
Dedicated Lead Team — one German- and English-speaking move coordinator, available around the clock — no call center loops.
GPS-Monitored Transport — our vehicles are under constant GPS surveillance. The tracking link was shared with the client so they always knew exactly where their valuables were.

Premium Packing: Safety Meets Swiss Precision

On the morning of the loading day, our three-person relocation crew, led by Ms. Monika Wohlgemuth, arrived in Zurich and ensured:

Delicate Artwork — packed in climate-controlled custom wooden crates.
High-End HiFi & IT Equipment — secured in anti-static foam inlays.
Designer Furniture — neatly protected with bubble foil and custom-cut cardboard.
Personal Wardrobes — loaded hanging, in perfectly fitting cartons.

The Route: 950 km of Efficiency

Zurich → Basel (A3/A2) — departure at 7:30 AM
Border crossing at Basel Saint-Louis in under 10 minutes — thanks to pre-prepared T-1 documentation
Through Eastern France (A31/A265) via Colmar, Nancy, Reims
Eurotunnel Calais–Folkestone: arrival in Folkestone on Shuttle #192 at 5:00 PM
T-1 clearance and UK import customs processing in Dover within 1 hour
Overnight at the secured MOTIS parking area, Dover
Final Mile via M20/A2 into London’s Kensington district — arrival at Hyde Park at 7:30 AM

Total transit: 24 hours door-to-door

White-Glove Service in London

Before the first cup of British tea of the new day was served, our unpacking team was on site. Furniture assembly, washing machine connection, artwork placement — all included. The empty cartons? Sent straight back to us in Embrach.

Customer Feedback

"KUONEN LOGISTICS AG was recommended to us by a family friend, and we felt perfectly cared for from the very first phone call to the moment the last picture was hung. Michel and his team not only moved our furniture but also lifted all our worries — and took care of them along the way." — Family M., London

Conclusion

An exclusive relocation is more than counting kilometers. It combines precision logistics with true personal care.

That is exactly what KUONEN LOGISTICS AG stands for — whether it’s 95 or 950 kilometers.

Are you planning a move, a special transport, or high-value freight?

Our relocation team looks forward to your inquiry — because from the Limmat to the Thames (and far beyond), one thing always applies: from pure cargo to personal care.