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Freight Forwarder

 
Background
A freight forwarder organises the movement of goods from one place to another, often across countries. They arrange transport by ship, plane, truck or train, handle all the paperwork and customs documents, and make sure packages arrive safely and on time. They work with shipping companies, customs officials and customers to plan the best route and keep track of where goods are at every stage of their journey.
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Publications
Journal of CommerceLogistics Management Magazine
Books
The Logistics HandbookGlobal Supply Chain ManagementInternational Trade Essentials
Movies
Port AuthorityMaersk Line documentaries
Key Figures
Klaus-Michael KühneRobert CassMaersk McKinney MøllerJack Ma
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference388.04, 658.7For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Freight AgentShipping CoordinatorInternational Freight SpecialistCustoms Forwarder
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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