In a global market where the movement of private and public collections is accelerating, fine art shipping and high-precision logistics require seamless synergy. To meet the demanding standards of galleries, museums, auction houses, and private collectors, combining two key strengths has become essential: the agility of a cutting-edge digital platform and the operational excellence of a worldwide physical network.

With this ambition in mind, Moviiu, the flagship digital platform of the Horus Group, reaches a historic milestone. Powered by an infrastructure spanning 14 countries across 17 specialized fine art logistics companies (André Chenue, LP Art, Natural Le Coultre, Helutrans, GSS, Dongbu, Clé Reserva, Denbigh…), Moviiu directly connects digital technology with the industry’s finest expertise.

Today, this ecosystem grows even stronger with the arrival of two major industry leaders: Arterìa in Italy and MOMART in the United Kingdom.

Two European pillars building a global leader in fine art logistics

The integration of Arterìa and MOMART fulfills a clear vision for the Horus Group: building the ultimate global leader in fine art shipping, preventive conservation, and cultural logistics.

1. Arterìa: Italian engineering and high tech

Founded in 2000 through the merger of four historic fine art transport companies in Italy, Arterìa has established itself as the undisputed market leader in the country. Generating nearly €25 million in revenue with a team of over 130 specialists, the Italian company operates across the nation’s key cultural and strategic hubs: Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, Turin, Bologna, and the Malpensa airport hub.

Key strengths of Arterìa within the Group:

• Secure fine art storage: over 20,000 m² of high-security storage space, including 5,700 m² dedicated to cleanrooms and microclimate-controlled environments to guarantee optimal preventive conservation.
• Climate-controlled fleet: a fleet of 30 real-time GPS-tracked, climate-controlled vehicles certified to AEO (Authorized Economic Operator), IATA Cargo Agent, and ENAC standards.
• Innovation & SafeTech: its engineering unit, Arterìa SafeTech, specializes in high-security display cases and custom art casemaking, working hand in hand with LabEILOA, the Horus Group’s innovation laboratory.
• Environmental commitment: member of the Gallery Climate Coalition (GCC), ISO 14001 and EcoVadis certified, the company advocates eco-responsible logistics (route optimization, reusable custom packing, and site energy audits).

2. MOMART: the British institution for exceptional art shipping

Founded in London in 1972 by artist Graham Hughes, MOMART is a true legend in cultural logistics and international fine art freight in the United Kingdom. Driven by 130 experts, the British company is recognized worldwide for its uncompromising standards and craftsmanship.

Pillars of MOMART’s excellence:

• Historic institutional trust: granted the prestigious Royal Warrant by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1993, MOMART is the trusted partner of leading institutions such as Tate, the National Gallery, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Royal Academy of Arts, and the Royal Collection at Buckingham Palace.
• Operational capacity & art handling: over 30,000 artworks handled, transported, or installed every year, ranging from master paintings to monumental sculptures.
• In-house casemaking workshop: integrated workshops capable of designing bespoke packaging according to museum-grade standards developed alongside top world institutions.
• Bonded storage in London: over 10,000 m² of climate-controlled, high-security bonded warehouse space in East London, approved under the Government Indemnity Scheme.

What lies ahead in the coming months for the Moviiu platform

For Moviiu, the addition of Arterìa and MOMART represents far more than geographical expansion: it is an operational leap forward for your fine art shipping projects in Europe and internationally. Over the coming months, the direct integration of teams and infrastructures into the platform will unlock new capabilities for our users.

1. Operational integration and new local transport offerings

Thanks to this unified network, Moviiu will introduce new local transport services directly accessible via its digital solution. Whether organizing a regular shuttle between Milan and Rome or shipping a fragile artwork from London to the UK countryside, booking will be straightforward, with negotiated rates and dedicated time slots.

2. Expanded collection and pickup capabilities

Access to dedicated fleets from Arterìa (30 high-security trucks) and MOMART will significantly expand our geographical reach.

• Regional pickups: increased frequency of regular pickup rounds across key regions in Italy (Tuscany, Veneto, Piedmont) and the UK.
• Tailored service: reduced waiting times and optimized first-mile handling provided by fine art registrars and technicians specialized in on-site art handling.

3. Streamlined management of complex customs procedures

Since Brexit, moving artworks between the UK, the European Union, and the rest of the world requires thorough expertise in customs regulations.

• Integrated customs expertise: the platform will handle complex administrative procedures end-to-end (customs clearance, temporary import/export regimes).
• Cross-border peace of mind: artworks cross borders smoothly without breaking the chain of security, managed by experts who master local and international regulations.

The Group’s vision and the future of fine art logistics

By bridging the power of the Horus Group’s physical network with Moviiu’s digital interface, we are building the future of fine art logistics: transparent, agile, and completely secure.

A message from the Horus Group Executive Management

“Welcoming Arterìa and MOMART to the Horus Group alongside our 15 other exceptional companies marks a decisive milestone. This alliance does not merely expand our footprint across 14 countries on 5 continents: it provides our digital platform, Moviiu, with an unprecedented operational backbone. Our objective is to offer our clients direct, simple, and reliable access to the world’s leading specialists in fine art transport and heritage protection.”

Plan your upcoming fine art shipments with Moviiu

The ongoing integration of Arterìa and MOMART’s capabilities into Moviiu will quickly unlock new synergies for your domestic and international shipping projects.

Coming soon to your Moviiu platform:

• Instant, optimized quotes for cross-border shipments involving Italy and the UK.
• End-to-end tracking for customs procedures and custom local collections.
• Simplified access to Europe’s finest casemaking workshops and secure storage facilities.

Stay tuned as these new features roll out soon!

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