FREIGHT FORWARDERS

A freight forwarder is a business that organises the transportation of cargo from one company, usually the seller, to another, usually the buyer, with both parties usually in different countries. A forwarder will not ship the goods but will pick up the goods from the seller, arrange all paperwork, transport to a carrier for carriage to the buyer's country. The expertise of freight forwarders lies… More

A freight forwarder is a business that organises the transportation of cargo from one company, usually the seller, to another, usually the buyer, with both parties usually in different countries. A forwarder will not ship the goods but will pick up the goods from the seller, arrange all paperwork, transport to a carrier for carriage to the buyer's country. The expertise of freight forwarders lies in their knowledge of export processes and procedures and shipping requirements. All types of goods can be moved whether by sea or air. Freight forwarders can also provide bonded warehouse service if there is a requirement for transhipment or for re-export. Less