Logistics through Freight forwarders and brokers

Companies deal with a lot of documents when delivering products to foreign countries. They normally let freight forwarders and customs brokers to do this job.

Freight forwarders — a freight forwarder helps the international trade company to improve its delivery times and customer service. Many specialize in arranging shipments to certain countries, while others concentrate on particular types of products. In the case of arranging financing through letters of credit, a good freight forwarder can help the company to clarify the conditions of the transaction.

These agencies will negotiate rates for the international trade company with shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, customs brokers and insurance firms. They usually handle all the company’s logistical requirements.

Customs brokers — brokers clear goods through customs prepare customs documentation and remit duties owing on exported and imported goods. They are also good sources of information on recent tariff changes and other customs related developments.