How do they match: Freight Forwarders

  • Arrange delivery or storage of goods at destinations.
  • Calculate weight, volume, or cost of goods to be moved.
  • Determine efficient and cost-effective methods of moving goods from one location to another.
  • Keep records of goods dispatched or received.
  • Make arrangements with customs brokers to facilitate the passage of goods through customs.
  • Monitor or record locations of goods in transit.
  • Recommend or arrange appropriate merchandise packing methods, according to climate, terrain, weight, nature of goods, or costs.
  • Select shipment routes, based on nature of goods shipped, transit times, or security needs.
  • Verify proper packaging and labeling of exported goods.

  • Track goods or materials.