Transportation
Freight Forwarder
An agent that arranges transportation, documentation, and customs clearance for shipments on behalf of shippers.
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Updated 2025-10-01
Definition
Freight forwarders manage the logistics of transporting goods, coordinating carriers, handling paperwork, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Overview
Overview
Freight forwarders simplify international and domestic shipping by acting as intermediaries between shippers and carriers.
Services
- Booking cargo space
- Handling customs documentation
- Coordinating multi-modal transport
- Insurance management
Example
A company hires a freight forwarder to ship electronics overseas, handling shipping, customs, and delivery coordination.
Tags
#Freight Forwarder#Logistics#International Shipping#Documentation
Related Terms
Freight Consolidator
Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
Customs Broker
