What a freight forwarder can do for you

The role of a freight forwarder is to help importers and exporters move their goods. This page explains the responsibilities and services of forwarders and how they can help traders.
;BKZ ~ N(`6\J The freight forwarder's core responsibilities
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s,f Most freight forwarders are likely to specialize in particular service areas, modes of transport or markets. Freight forwarders are often seen as the travel agents of international trading. If you have a consignment of goods you need to move from country A to country B, a forwarder will identify and book the best routes, modes of transport and specific carriers for you. Many transport and logistics operators also offer freight-forwarding services.t(d2W8ch8Mb
Using a forwarder can cut your costs. Because they arrange for the transport of huge numbers of consignments, they can consolidate loads going to a single destination to keep freight charges down for individual traders. However, as with most business transactions, you should compare prices from a range of suppliers to find the best level of cost and service for you./JS%B|B"t$kv
Other services freight forwarders provide
_MT,qR7cu Freight forwarders typically offer a wide range of secondary trade-related services as well as their core transport ones. These include:q!B{#K0j[Y;y|
?¡è        Customs clearance - forwarders can complete customs paperwork on your behalf, and pay any taxes or duties owed
7Cys8g6c5Ah ?¡è        Other documentation issues - eg Bills of Lading, or any documents required by banks before payment is released
#rB\*f$vn+y ?¡è        Insurance - many forwarders will be registered with the Financial Services Authority and be able to supply insurance services7oU4Eg%YN/W9wyB
?¡è        Inventory management
7]jYxe.^G4v ?¡è        Logistics and supply-chain management of value-added activities
#o} F)c'@M7K Bear in mind that you'll also be able to use your forwarder as a valuable source of information and advice about the international trading process. This can be particularly useful for businesses that are new to international trade.8jV R!Dz9`vv
For example, you can ask a forwarder as part of your contract to help you ensure your goods are properly packaged and labeled for export..
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[[i] Last edited by kinglogistic at 2008-5-20 09:12 [/i]]

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Forwarder plays as an important actor when export goods~

Reply #3 lily_trade's post

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every salesman wants to work with the good forwarder