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About this directory
This directory lists international freight forwarders and logistics providers with their headquarters, service types, accreditations and websites. Use the search and filters above to explore it, or see the ranking table below.
- Freight forwarder — arranges transport on your behalf, books space with carriers, prepares documents and often handles customs and insurance.
- NVOCC (non-vessel operating common carrier) — a forwarder that issues its own house bill of lading and consolidates cargo without owning ships.
- FIATA — the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations, whose documents such as the FIATA bill of lading are widely recognised.
- IATA cargo agent — a forwarder accredited to book and issue air waybills directly with airlines.
Top 40 international freight forwarders
| # | Forwarder | Main service | Headquarters | Accreditations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sinotrans | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Beijing, China | FIATA, IATA, CIFA, ISO 9001 |
| 2 | Kuehne + Nagel | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Schindellegi, Switzerland | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO, ISO 9001 |
| 3 | DSV Panalpina | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hedehusene, Denmark | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO, ISO 14001 |
| 4 | DHL Global Forwarding | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Bonn, Germany | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO, C-TPAT |
| 5 | COSCO Shipping Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Shanghai, China | FIATA, IATA, CIFA, ISO 9001 |
| 6 | CEVA Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Marseille, France | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 7 | Nippon Express (NX Group) | Multimodal & Intermodal | Tokyo, Japan | FIATA, IATA, JIFFA, AEO |
| 8 | Ningbo Port Southeast Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Ningbo, China | CIFA, FIATA, NVOCC License |
| 9 | LX Pantos | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Seoul, South Korea | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 10 | C.H. Robinson | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Eden Prairie, USA | FMC NVOCC, C-TPAT, IATA, FIATA |
| 11 | Kerry Logistics Network | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | FIATA, IATA, HAFFA, FMC |
| 12 | Hellmann Worldwide Logistics | Cold Chain & Perishables | Osnabrück, Germany | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO, GDP Certified |
| 13 | CIMC Wetrans Logistics | Project Cargo & Breakbulk | Shenzhen, China | CIFA, FIATA, WCA |
| 14 | Worldwide Logistics Group | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Paramus / Shanghai, USA / China | FMC NVOCC, IATA, C-TPAT |
| 15 | CTS International Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Shanghai, China | CIFA, FIATA, IATA, ISO 9001 |
| 16 | Geodis | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Levallois-Perret, France | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 17 | Savino Del Bene | Cold Chain & Perishables | Florence, Italy | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 18 | Expeditors International | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Seattle, USA | FMC (OTI/NVOCC), C-TPAT, IATA, FIATA |
| 19 | OOCL Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | FIATA, IATA, HAFFA, FMC |
| 20 | Fr. Meyer's Sohn (FMS) | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hamburg, Germany | FIATA, IATA, AEO |
| 21 | Kintetsu World Express (KWE) | Multimodal & Intermodal | Tokyo, Japan | FIATA, IATA, JIFFA, AEO |
| 22 | Allcargo Logistics (ECU Worldwide) | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Mumbai, India | FIATA, IATA, AMTOI, AEO |
| 23 | Maersk Logistics & Services | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Copenhagen, Denmark | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 24 | Van Donge & de Roo (D&R) | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Rotterdam, Netherlands | FIATA, AEO, FENEX |
| 25 | Logwin Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Grevenmacher, Luxembourg / Germany | FIATA, IATA, AEO |
| 26 | Yusen Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Tokyo, Japan | FIATA, IATA, JIFFA, AEO |
| 27 | Cargo Services Far East | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | HAFFA, FIATA, IATA |
| 28 | Pacific Star Group | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Taipei, Taiwan | FIATA, IATA, FMC NVOCC |
| 29 | Toll Group | Multimodal & Intermodal | Melbourne, Australia | FIATA, IATA, AFIF, AEO |
| 30 | Asia Shipping Transportes | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | São Paulo, Brazil | FIATA, IATA, AEO Brazil |
| 31 | UPS Supply Chain Solutions | Multimodal & Intermodal | Atlanta, USA | FMC NVOCC, C-TPAT, IATA, FIATA |
| 32 | Bondex Supply Chain | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Qingdao, China | CIFA, FIATA, IATA, AEO |
| 33 | Longsail International Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Shenzhen, China | CIFA, FIATA, NVOCC License |
| 34 | Mondiale VGL | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Auckland / Sydney, New Zealand / Australia | CBAFF, AFIF, FIATA |
| 35 | Honour Lane Shipping (HLS) | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | FMC NVOCC, HAFFA, FIATA |
| 36 | Taewoong Logistics | Project Cargo & Breakbulk | Seoul, South Korea | FIATA, IATA, ISO 9001 |
| 37 | Mainfreight | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Auckland, New Zealand | FIATA, IATA, FMC, CBAFF |
| 38 | Noatum Logistics | Ocean Freight & NVOCC | Barcelona / Abu Dhabi, Spain / UAE | FIATA, IATA, AEO, FMC |
| 39 | Scan Global Logistics | Project Cargo & Breakbulk | Copenhagen, Denmark | FIATA, IATA, FMC, AEO |
| 40 | Logisteed (Hitachi Transport) | Multimodal & Intermodal | Tokyo, Japan | JIFFA, FIATA, IATA, AEO |
Listed in the order of the IMPUTIX forwarder database. Check each company's own site for current services and coverage.
How to choose a freight forwarder
- Lane experience. Ask for recent shipments on your exact route; a forwarder strong on Asia–Europe may be weak on Africa or the Americas.
- Own offices or agents at both ends. This matters for customs clearance and problem-solving at destination.
- All-in quotes. Compare door-to-door prices including local charges, not just the ocean freight line. Use the landed cost calculator to see the full picture.
- Insurance and liability. Standard forwarder liability is limited; buy cargo insurance for valuable goods. See the cargo insurance portal.
- Documents and payment terms. If you trade on letters of credit, pick a forwarder used to strict document checks; see the documentary credits workbench.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a freight forwarder and a shipping line?
A shipping line owns or operates the vessels. A freight forwarder buys space from shipping lines and airlines and organises the whole journey for you, often combining several carriers and services.
What is the difference between a house and a master bill of lading?
The master bill of lading is issued by the shipping line to the forwarder. The house bill of lading is issued by the forwarder (acting as NVOCC) to the shipper for each consolidated shipment.
Is a freight forwarder the same as a customs broker?
Not always. A customs broker is licensed to clear goods through customs. Many forwarders hold a broker licence or work with one, but the roles are legally different in many countries.
What does FIATA membership mean?
It means the forwarder belongs to a national association affiliated with FIATA, which sets standard trading conditions and documents such as the FIATA bill of lading.
How do I get a freight quote?
Send the forwarder the origin and destination, commodity, HS code, weight, volume or container type, Incoterm and ready date. See the Incoterms guide for which costs each side pays.