{"id":11166,"date":"2018-01-19T15:21:26","date_gmt":"2018-01-19T15:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/?page_id=11166"},"modified":"2025-01-08T15:35:54","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T15:35:54","slug":"freight-forwarding","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/","title":{"rendered":"Freight Forwarding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns container w-auto is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"block-header-without-image d-flex flex-direction-column justify-content-center\">\n    <h2 class=\"fs-32 fw-700 fs-xs-28 not-for-table-content\" id=\"heading-freight-forwarding\">\n        Freight Forwarding    <\/h2>\n    <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-2 grid-col-xs-1\">\n                            <div class=\"\">\n                <div>Last updated on 08 Jan 2025<\/div>\n                <div>19 Jan 2018 . 1 min read<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"869\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding.jpg 869w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-300x122.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-768x311.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-320x130.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-370x150.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-414x168.jpg 414w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-600x243.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-372x151.jpg 372w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-450x182.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-380x154.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Freight-Forwarding-285x115.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 869px) 100vw, 869px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns container w-auto is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"block-buttons bg-anti-flash-white rounded p-24 h-100 xs-h-auto\" style=\"background-color: #f2f5f7 !important;\">\n  <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-1 grid-col-xs-1 mb-12\">\n    <h4 class=\"not-for-table-content fs-24 fw-700\" id=\"heading-most-popular\">Most Popular<\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/\">\n        Introduction to Freight Forwarding      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/difference-between-igm-bill-of-entry\/\">\n        Import General Manifest (IGM) &#038; a Bill of Entry      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/fcl-full-container-load-versus-lcl\/\">\n        Full Container Loads vs Less than Container Loads      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/inbound-logistics-definition\/\">\n        Inbound Logistics      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/incoterms\/\">\n        Incoterms\u00ae 2020 Rules      <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns country-quick-link is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"block-buttons bg-anti-flash-white rounded p-24 h-100 xs-h-auto\" style=\"background-color: #ebf5f4 !important;\">\n  <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-1 grid-col-xs-1 mb-12\">\n    <h4 class=\"not-for-table-content fs-24 fw-700\" id=\"heading-modes-of-transport\">Modes of Transport<\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/air-freight\/\">\n        Air Freight      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/container-shipping\/\">\n        Container Shipping      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/ocean-freight\/\">\n        Ocean Freight      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/air-cargo-manifest\/\">\n        Air Cargo Manifest      <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"block-buttons bg-anti-flash-white rounded p-24 h-100 xs-h-auto\" style=\"background-color: #e5f5ff !important;\">\n  <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-1 grid-col-xs-1 mb-12\">\n    <h4 class=\"not-for-table-content fs-24 fw-700\" id=\"heading-documentation-processes\">Documentation &#038; Processes<\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/bill-of-lading-bl-bol\/\">\n        Bill of Lading (BL)      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/demurrage\/\">\n        Demurrage      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/telex-release\/\">\n        Telex Releases      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/reefer-containers\/\">\n        Reefer Containers      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/what-is-igst-sgst-and-cgst\/\">\n        IGST, SGST &amp; CGST      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/marine-insurance\/\">\n        Marine Insurance      <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"block-buttons bg-anti-flash-white rounded p-24 h-100 xs-h-auto\" style=\"background-color: #E6FAFE !important;\">\n  <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-1 grid-col-xs-1 mb-12\">\n    <h4 class=\"not-for-table-content fs-24 fw-700\" id=\"heading-logistics-management\">Logistics Management<\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/what-is-cfs\/\">\n        Container Freight Stations      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/what-is-cy-cy\/\">\n        Container Yards (CY)      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/dsv-tracking\/\">\n        DSV Tracking      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/shipping-management-software\/\">\n        Shipping Management Software      <\/a>\n          <a class=\"d-inline-block mr-10 mb-10 py-8 px-16 rounded bordered border-light text-black bg-white fs-14 fw-700\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/explained-port-and-starboard\/\">\n        Port &amp; Starboard      <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns container w-auto is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"bg-light-blue d-flex gap-16 h-auto p-16 rounded xs-flex-direction-column\">\n    <div class=\"\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"min-width:100px;max-width: 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e76723ef35540b976c89c84418177c23?s=160&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g\" class=\"w-100 rounded\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"col-span-2 col-span-xs-1\">\n    <div class=\"d-flex flex-direction-column gap-16 fs-16 justify-content-between\">\n      <div class=\"fs-16 fw-700\">Brian Canup<\/div>\n      <div class=\"fs-14 fw-400 elipsise-2-line\" title=\"Brian Canup is a former Editorial &amp; Research Assistant at Trade Finance Global (TFG). He graduated with an MA in International Political Economy from King's College London, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.\">\n        Brian Canup is a former Editorial &amp; Research Assistant at Trade Finance Global (TFG). He graduated with an MA in International Political Economy from King&#8217;s College London, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a class=\"text-black fs-12 small-link-arrow-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/posts\/?author=491\">\n          <span>\n            Latest Post          <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"min-height:100px!important;\" class=\"block-cta max-w-100 p-32 h-auto rounded sm-w-60 dark-mode bg-black align wp-block-acf-block-cta\">\n  <h4 id=\"heading-access-trade-receivables-and-supply-chain-finance\" class=\"fs-24 fw-700 elipsise-2-line dark:color-white not-for-table-content\">\n    Access trade, receivables and supply chain finance  <\/h4>\n  <p class=\"block-subtitle dark:color-white\">We assist companies to access trade and receivables finance through our relationships with 270+ banks, funds and alternative finance houses.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/get-trade-finance\/\" class=\"dark:text-black px-16 py-8 rounded bg-black text-white fs-14 fw-700 dark:bg-tale\">\n    <span>Get Started<\/span>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-cta p-24 h-auto rounded\">\n    <h4 id=\"heading-\" class=\"fs-24 fw-700 elipsise-2-line dark:color-white not-for-table-content\">\n      <\/h4>\n  <p class=\"fs-16 fw-400 dark:color-white\">Download the incoterms guide<\/p>\n  <div class=\"mb-20\">\n    <img loading='lazy' alt='Short-Incoterms-Guide-724&#215;1024' style='width:auto; height:200px'  width='auto' height='auto' src='https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-150x150.jpg' srcset='https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-320x453.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-370x523.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-414x586.jpg 414w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-141x200.jpg 141w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-177x250.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-115x162.jpg 115w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-112x159.jpg 112w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-87x123.jpg 87w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1-134x190.jpg 134w, https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Short-Incoterms-Guide-724x1024-1.jpg 724w' \/>  <\/div>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/login\/?redirect_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tradefinanceglobal.com%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fpages%2F11166\"  class=\"dark:text-black px-16 py-8 rounded bg-black text-white fs-14 fw-700 dark:bg-tale\">\n      <span>Download<\/span>\n    <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contents\">Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-table-content h-auto bg-white auto\">\n    <ul class=\"table-content\"><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-freight-forwarding-shipping-logistics\">Freight Forwarding, Shipping &amp; Logistics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"bg-tale rounded p-24 h-auto\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Welcome to the TFG freight forwarding, shipping and logistics hub. Moving goods and services from A to B has never been more complex, as supply chains have grown longer and more fragmented. Whether you\u2019re transporting goods, or learning about supply chains, warehousing, transportation and packaging, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-freight-forwarding\">What is Freight Forwarding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Freight forwarding is the term to describe moving a shipment through the supply chain, from its origin at the exporting country to its destination in the importing country. Firms may choose to handle this themselves, but many use freight forwarders to simplify and speed up the process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Freight forwarders are companies that handle the shipping process on behalf of the supplier, taking care of a shipment from the moment it leaves the supplier to its arrival at the buyer. Freight forwarders do not transport the goods themselves, but rather coordinate with a range of shipping companies to find the quickest, safest, and most cost-effective combination of transport for their clients.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because freight forwarding companies handle many clients through several transport routes, they can often negotiate the best price with shipping companies and take advantage of simplified customs clearances and lower tariffs. Therefore, many companies who are just starting to export goods abroad will choose to use a freight forwarder to simplify the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-taxes-and-codes\">Taxes and Codes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons h-auto is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/what-is-igst-sgst-and-cgst\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">1 | IGST, SGT and CGST<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/customs\/what-is-an-hsn-code\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">2&nbsp;|&nbsp;HSN Codes<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/customs\/what-is-an-hs-code\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">3&nbsp;|&nbsp;HS Codes<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons h-auto is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/what-is-gst-bill-of-entry\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">4&nbsp;|&nbsp;GST<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/telex-release\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">5&nbsp;|&nbsp;Telex Releases<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill bordered border-light rounded\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tradefinanceglobal.com\/freight-forwarding\/difference-between-igm-bill-of-entry\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;color:#5b7282;background-color:#f2f5f7\">6&nbsp;|&nbsp;IGM and Bill of Entry<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-faq overflow-hidden h-auto py-10\">\n  <div class=\"container w-auto\">\n    <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-1 grid-col-xs-2 mb-24\">\n      <h3 id=\"heading-faq\" class=\"not-for-table-content fw-700 \">FAQ<\/h3>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"d-grid grid-col-4 grid-col-xs-1 gap-24\">\n              <div class=\"d-flex overflow-x-auto hide-scrollbar xs-flex-direction-row flex-direction-column gap-24 list-question\">\n                      <div class=\"single-anwser active pointer bg-anti-flash-white border-radius-12 p-24\">\n              <h4 class=\"fs-20 mb-0 fw-700 elipsise-2-line detail-question not-for-table-content\" title=\"Should I use a freight forwarder if I know very little about logistics?\">\n                Should I use a freight forwarder if I know very little about logistics?              <\/h4>\n              <div class=\"detail-anwser d-hidden fs-16\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When companies are not yet comfortable about shipping logistics, it is sometimes easier for them to use a freight forwarder. Freight forwarding services vary, but most companies can assist in improving efficiency by consolidating smaller shipments. They can also assist navigating the rules of an unfamiliar importing country and may benefit from reduced regulations or tariffs. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n                      <div class=\"single-anwser  pointer bg-anti-flash-white border-radius-12 p-24\">\n              <h4 class=\"fs-20 mb-0 fw-700 elipsise-2-line detail-question not-for-table-content\" title=\"How do I choose a freight forwarder?\">\n                How do I choose a freight forwarder?              <\/h4>\n              <div class=\"detail-anwser d-hidden fs-16\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"16px\"}}} --><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When vetting a potential freight forwarder, you should consider the following aspects:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are they a member of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) and so covered by freight liability insurance?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have they worked with clients similar to you and do they have experience with similar products?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do they work in the countries you are shipping in? What countries or range of countries is their expertise in?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can they handle multiple transport methods?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do they benefit from customs, tariff, or other regulatory discounts?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br \/>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-span-3 col-span-xs-1 detail-anwser-block hide-scrollbar bg-tale rounded p-24\">\n          <h4 class=\"fs-20 fw-700 elipsise-2-line detail-question not-for-table-content\" title=\"How do I choose a freight forwarder?\">\n            Should I use a freight forwarder if I know very little about logistics?          <\/h4>\n          <div class=\"detail-anwser fs-16\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When companies are not yet comfortable about shipping logistics, it is sometimes easier for them to use a freight forwarder. Freight forwarding services vary, but most companies can assist in improving efficiency by consolidating smaller shipments. 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