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Freight forwarder
A freight forwarder is a company or individual who organizes transportation services for goods on behalf of shippers.
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A freight forwarder is a company or individual who organizes transportation services for goods on behalf of shippers. Unlike carriers who provide transport directly, the freight forwarder acts as an intermediary: arranging space with trucking companies or shipping lines, preparing transport documents, managing customs clearance, securing insurance, and arranging warehousing. The forwarder serves as the shipper's primary contact and assumes responsibility for timely, damage-free delivery.
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