Freight forwarder
A freight forwarder is a company that arranges the transportation of goods on behalf of a shipper. While they don’t typically own the transport vehicles or vessels themselves, they coordinate the entire shipping process using a global network of carriers, customs agents, and warehouses.
What does a freight forwarder do?
Freight forwarders manage the transport of goods for their customers, including:
- Booking transport across air, sea, rail, or road
- Preparing shipping and customs documentation
- Managing insurance, duties, and compliance
- Consolidating shipments (especially for international freight)
- Tracking and coordinating multi-leg shipments
How can freight forwarders be more sustainable?
Freight forwarders can help reduce emissions for their clients by optimizing transport routes, consolidating shipments, and prioritizing lower-emission transport options. Many work with software providers to track their emissions and identify ways to reduce their carbon footprint.
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