# Intermodal Freight Brokerage

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> Intermodal freight brokerage is the service provided by an independent broker who arranges a shipment across at least two transport modes – typically truck, rail, and ocean – from origin to final destination.

Intermodal freight brokerage is the service provided by an independent broker who arranges a shipment across at least two transport modes – typically truck, rail, and ocean – from origin to final destination. The broker assumes full economic responsibility: paying each carrier individually while quoting the shipper a single consolidated rate. Brokers negotiate volume discounts, select the most cost-effective mode combination, and bear liability for delays or cargo loss. This sets them apart from freight forwarders, who generally act as agents on behalf of the shipper rather than as principals contracting directly with carriers in their own name.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_broker](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_broker)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Intermodal Freight Brokerage |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 98 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_broker |

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