Freightways Supply Chain Solutions

Leading International Freight Forwarder supplying air and sea freight logistics solutions for the perishable ( and non perishable ) commodities for worldwide distribution.

WorldWide Perishable Canada

Leading the way in perishable logistics, Mega Freight offers integrated service for all food related products. With a customer focused attitude, Mega Freight offers a seamless and personal service.

Mega Freight

VISA Global Logistics is one of Australia's largest privately owned international freight and logistics companies.  We provide international ocean and air processes,  employ in house customs brokers and quarantine accredited staff nationally.  

Visa Global Logistics ( Aus )

 Air, ocean and land freight, customs clearance & brokerage, moving and relocation services (packing, crating, storage & transportation, exhibition & project cargo movement, vessel charter services and oil & gas contracts settlements 

East International Freight Forwarders

As a company that offers multifaceted and customized services to its customers, MULTICARGO operates for various world destinations, such as Cyprus, Ireland, Israel and the United Kingdom. It has an international network of agents with offices worldwide. 

Multicargo

Royal Cargo provides international freight forwarding, project logistics, and supply chain management. Their services include air and sea freight solutions designed to support global trade, offering tailored logistics strategies for industrial and commercial clients.

Royal Cargo Inc.

TIBA is a leading freight forwarder and customs broker in Mexico. The company provides the most flexible and reliable service in sea freight transport, air freight, customs brokers and project cargo. It has a global network and helps deliver goods anywhere on time.

TIBA Mexico S.A. de C.V.

Airlife Freight (Taiwan) Corp. is a key player in providing international logistics solutions. The company provides services in areas such as air, sea and customs. It also offers door-to-door delivery, customs clearance & documentation, special courier service, cargo track and trace and consular legislation and special charters.

Airlife Freight Corp.

As a global provider of all logistics services, Blue Water Shipping offers customised solutions with unique service. It major business areas are general cargo, port service and agency, wind logistics, reefer logistics and marine logistics. The company has a wide network with more than 60 offices worldwide.

Blue Water Shipping

The company plays a key role in the logistics market of Poland by providing optimized logistics solutions for the largest companies. Company’s core area is railway transport. It also offers integrated logistics chains covering land, air and sea transport.

PKP CARGO S.A.

Its mission is to complete the customers demand by delivering their goods and services in a timely manner. The company also offers delivery services from door to door. It can ship any size of package.

Fast Forwarders

Shipping personal effects to and from New Zealand, specializing in the logistics services for vehicles cars boats 

McCullough Ltd

Located at Tbilisi, Georgia, Black Sea Cargo LLC, provides world class services in the arena of freight forwarding. Company’s wide array of services include air and sea freights, inland and railway forwarding with addition to custom clearance and terminal services. It assures prompt and safe delivery of goods at the mentioned destinations.

Black Sea Cargo, LLC

As a logistics company that brings the world to your doors, Giant Logistics offers you customized shipping and transport services tailored to meet your business needs. With 35 years of rich experience in the logistics industry, Giant Logistics offers you complete logistic solutions and it can answer to all of your international transport issues.

Giant Logistics

As an innovative, experienced, Multi-modal transport logistics clearance company, Speed Cargo offers supply chain management solutions from Syria to anywhere in the world. The company has a global network and it offers services for ocean, air and surface transportation.

Speed Cargo

Ariva Logistics is a major player in the logistics industry. It offers complete freight solutions including air and ocean freight management, customs brokerage, road transportation, warehousing and distribution. Company also assures safe and cost effective air and ocean transportation and exceptional customer service.

Ariva Logistics

Offering freight management solutions throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia including Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam

Capital Logistics & Transport

Global Shipping Services is a worldwide freight forwarder providing a wide range of services. The company is certified by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to ship dangerous goods by air. It provides complete logistics solutions from domestic trucking and international air and ocean shipping to warehousing services.

Global Shipping Services, LLC

Toll offers logistics services across the globe. Company has a range of warehousing solutions and skilled team to handle operations. Toll is also a market leader in the safe storage and handling of dangerous goods. The hazardous materials are stored according to their classification and safety requirements.

Toll Global Logistics

As a leading all-round integrated logistics company, Rhenus Alpina AG offers its clients the benefit of outsourcing solutions, warehousing, international industrial logistics, supply chain management, customized solutions and individual consultancy. The company has a worldwide network and dedicated team of professionals to support its valuable clients.

MAT Transport AG

As a reputed freight forwarding company with more than 14 years of experience in international shipping, Seacare Forwarders offers several supply chain management solutions to deliver products safely around the globe. It offers services like air freight, sea freight, logistics management and Tanktainer Operations.

Seacare Forwarders (Pvt) Ltd

YOYO Global Freight is one of Denmark’s leading freight and logistics service providers both globally and domestically. The company ensures the most competitive and high quality transport and logistics solutions for its customers. Its major services include air freight, sea freight, road transport and other logistics solutions.

YOYO Global Freight

Royal Gulf Shipping is an International carrier that strictly follow the worldwide regulations and requirements of the transport of dangerous goods. They ensure that  your dangerous cargo are taken care of right from packaging, labelling, documentation, transportation, transit and final delivery.

Royal Gulf Shipping & Logistics LLC

Established in 1986, Al Mulla Logistics has become a reliable, customer oriented forwarding company in Bahrain. Besides freight forwarding, company also handles logistics & distributions, shipping agency, removals, and Trans border services. Company has also tie-up with major airlines and shipping lines.

Al Mulla Logistics

Asia Forwarding is one of the leading and reputable freight forwarders with international recognition. It is affiliated with world’s largest network of independent freight forwarders. Company’s major services include sea & air freight, customs brokerage, warehousing & distribution, project cargo handling, reefer logistics services etc.


Asia Forwarding Private Limited

Established in the year 2002, Afghan Shipping and Logistics company has become one of the leading freight forwarding companies in Afghanistan. The company has a wide coverage to all inland locations in Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, CIS Countries, Europe and USA. The company also has well experienced logistics personnel to manage its operations and it offers quality services at competitive prices.

Afghan Shipping & Logistics (ASL)

TPG Logistics is an international forwarding company with years of experience in moving cargo around the world. It has a worldwide network and connection with shipping lines and other services providers to ensure easy movement of cargo. Company’s major services include sea freight, general cargo and project cargo, cool logistics and reefer, warehousing, customs clearance and more.

T.P.G. Logistics ltd.

As a leading logistics service provider in the Maldives, Total Transport Solutions Maldives (Pvt) Ltd provides comprehensive end-to-end Logistics solutions. The company has ability to handle any air freight, sea freight, courier and break bulk inquiry based on its diverse agency representation.

Total Transport Solutions Maldives (Pvt) Ltd

As a major international shipping and worldwide freight forwarding company in Kuwait, Amiral Shipping Co offers a wide range of logistics services including sea freight, air freight, overland transport, cargo projects, cargo in transit, door to door delivery, multimodal transport, full logistic services and solutions. The company has a network of qualified and expert agents in most of the countries.

Amiral Shipping Co.

Established in 2016, Allied Network Logistics provides the best customized freight forwarding service. The company has a worldwide network and it covers over 170 countries. Its major services include air, sea freight import and export, customs administration and clearance, door-to-door pickup and delivery, Combined Sea-Air-Land services and Weekend consolidation.

Allied Network Logistics LTD.

Offering international freight forwarding services through air freight, sea freight and road transport to all states in Nigeria. Netcargo has offices in Africa, Europe and Nigeria. The company has a hardworking team of well experienced professionals to provide timely services to its customers worldwide.

Netcargo Nigeria

As a freight company having more than 30 years of experience, Alfa Trans has been offering the most reliable logistics solutions to its customers. Its major services include ocean freight, air freight, domestic freight, customs agents, off shore units management etc.

Alfa Trans

Founded in 1986, Transworld Cargo operates successfully in the logistics industries in Namibia and Southern Africa. The company offers complete logistics solutions and its major services include air, sea and road freights. Its other services are project cargo, warehousing and distribution, customs clearance and courier services.

Transworld Cargo

Air Cargo Transport provides you the most comprehensive range of logistics services worldwide.  Its major services include air, sea and ground freights. The company also provides custom agency and cargo insurance services. Air Cargo Transport has been in business since 1982.

Air Cargo Transport Ltda

Freight Forwarding services include freight management, logistics. warehousing and supply chain management for domestic and international logistics requirements 

Globezone Logistics Pvt Ltd

Emirates Logistics is a well resourced and competent organization in the logistics industry offering various services including sea freight, air freight, sea-air cargoes, overland transport and customs brokerage services. The company has a worldwide network and thus able to support its customers worldwide.

Emirates Logistics LLC,

Since its establishment in 1989, Nik Tak has been offering different modes of shipment and solutions. Its services include shipping, truck services, air services, customs clearance, logistics and warehousing and ocean services. The company has a team of professionals to support its customers worldwide.

Nik Tak Freight Forwarding & Shipping

Provides international freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. Supports air and sea cargo movements while offering integrated logistics solutions tailored to importers and exporters requiring dependable regional expertise and efficient global shipping connections.

Fast Cargo Logistics

Since its commencement in July 2012, Transway has been providing top quality logistics services to its clients. Besides, air, sea and ground cargo services, it also provides packaging options and warehousing services. The company offers all its services at reasonable and cost-effective options and assures prompt and safe delivery of all valuables.

Transway Logistic

A Finnish transport and logistics company that provides effective and competitive transport solution to its customers. NCS Finland Oy specializes mainly in European and Nordic road transport. It also provides international transports, ADR shipments, express shipments, intermodal transports and domestic distribution.

NCS Finland Oy

Serving customers for more than 25 years, Moon Freight Services offers a wide range of logistics services including sea freight, air freight and land freight. The company maintains a worldwide network to deliver goods safely anywhere on time.

Moon Freight Services

Specializing in personalized logistics services including international shipping and customs requirements such as import, export of general and perishable food products

Complete Freight Pty Ltd

KIAT is an international air freight and sea freight forwarder based in Jakarta Indonesia. The company offers services like Airfreight, sea freight, Packaging, transport to warehousing etc. It has a worldwide network and thus helps you deliver your goods anywhere without delay.

Keenam International Air Transport

Logistics solution provider offering freight forwarding services for project shipping, customers brokerage and charter of vessels throughout their 14 worldwide branches

Chandler Shipping

Berkman has been playing a key role in the logistics industry since its establishment in 1903. The company offers a wide range of services including ocean freight, air freight, transport by train, customs clearance, warehousing services and transport insurance.  It has a worldwide network and having its own offices in China, Vietnam and India.

Berkman Forwarding

Since its establishment in 1972, Morrison Express has been a leader in freight forwarding and logistics services. It has a wide network of agents across the globe. Company’s major services include air and ocean freights, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution services.

Morrison Express

Quantum Forwarding Projects & Logistics is a provider of comprehensive and professional fully integrated freight management services. It provides a full service of all types including air freight, sea freight, project cargoes, road freight, port operation and it has warehouses and terminals for the storage of cargo.

Quantum Forwarding Projects & Logistics

Since its commencement, Blu Logistics has been a key player in the logistics industry. The company offers a pleasant experience in integrated logistics solutions. Its major services include sea and air freights, customs, warehousing, ground transportation and more. It has also a worldwide network to support its customers.

Blu Logistics

Door to door freight, general logistics and customs clearance services supporting the Western Australian mining industry

Pentagon Freight Services PTY Ltd

Linfox is one of the Asia Pacific’s largest privately owned logistics companies. The company has extensive knowledge and understanding to design and deliver efficient local and regional supply chain solutions. The company has also experience to safely handle, transport and store a range of dangerous goods.

Linfox Logistics

Founded in the year 1989 in Brunei, Air Cat Forwarding has established as a prominent International Air and Sea freight forwarder. The company is in tie up with various worldwide top freight & shipping companies and thus able to deliver your goods anywhere around the world on time.

Air Cat Forwarding

Amar Logistics operates in the South Korean market as a specialized logistics partner, focusing on the vital trade lanes between Korea, China, and Southeast Asia. The company provides tailored supply chain solutions for the region, including efficient sea and air freight forwarding, local warehousing, and streamlined customs brokerage services to facilitate seamless trade.

AMAR Logistics co., ltd.

Established in 1985 as an International Freight Forwarder, Multitrans, Ltd offers wide range of services in ocean and air-freight management including warehousing, Packing and Trucking. Company has well-trained employees to handle shipments and requirements of customers. It has also contracted overseas partners to provide professional services and logistic solutions world wide.

Multitrans, Ltd.

Founded in 2003, Ball Transport OÜ is an Estonian-owned international freight forwarder. It transports sea and air and land freights worldwide. Company has local partners in countries like Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Austria and Finland.

Ball Transport OÜ

Offering the only sea freight refrigerated cargo consolidation service from Europe to Australia.  Our unique reefer service gives you 2 climate options(+4/6 and +15/18 degrees) for the freshest shipping conditions right to your door.

Visa Global Logistics - Europe

RAM Cargo is a prominent freight forwarding services provider in Latvia. The company offers a wide range of logistics services managed by experienced logistics professionals. Its major services include air cargo, Ocean freight, road transportation, rail deliveries, warehousing and port logistics, customs clearance and documentations.

RAM Cargo SIA

Offering tailor made solutions for all local and international logistics needs. Specializing in International Trade Brokerage, Export and Logistics Management, Shipping Consultancy, Container Hire and Sale, Vessel Chartering and <strong><span style="color:#FF9900">Australian Coastal Shipping</span>.</strong>rn

Kanimbla International Trading

Offering an integrated logistics network supported by over 200 global freight representatives. Services include efficient and reliable freight forwarding, customs clearance and transport logistics solutions tailored to suit each customers needs rnrn

All Ports International Logistics (NSW) Pty Ltd

Founded in August 2001, Sea Cargo offers a wide range of logistics services including industrial shipping, liner services, agency services, warehouse and terminals etc. The company has a complete service network offering project cargoes and door-to-door shipments to any parts of the world.

Sea-Cargo AS.

Since its establishment, Divine Freight has been recognized as leading forwarding company in Zimbabwe which has an excellent coverage around the globe. The company is a best business partner for all types of freight movements. Some of its major services are customs clearance, air, road, rail and ocean freight services.

Divine Freight

GGL provides a wide range of logistics solutions to its clients worldwide. The company’s services include relocation, land transport, warehousing, freight forwarding & customs clearance and GSA operations. It has highly skilled and resourceful team members to provide proactive customer service.

Golden Global Logistics LLC

Rahul Shipping has been operating as an international freight forwarding company in Azerbaijan since 1999. Company imports various items such as construction materials, machinery, oilfield equipment, spare parts,  food items and more by road, sea, air and rail. Company meets all logistics needs of its customers at reasonable costs.

Rahul Shipping

Located in Minsk Belarus, Adlergroup Ltd. has become one of the leading shipping and forwarding companies providing a wide range of logistic services to and from Russia, other CIS and foreign countries. It also provides customs clearance, consulting and warehousing services to its customers. The company guarantees safe and timely delivery of cargo.

Adlergroup Ltd.

As an aggressive and dynamic logistics provider, Nepal Shipping and Air Logistics Pvt. Ltd provides air and sea freight management solutions. The company consists of well experienced and dedicated professionals specialized in the global shipping of air, sea and land transportation. It provides high quality services through its  wide global network.

Nepal Shipping & Air Logistics Pvt. Ltd.

Based in the United States, M & L Freight Logistics is a freight forwarder with several years of industry experience. It offers best rates for air and sea freight from United States to anywhere in the world. Besides air and sea freights, its services also include warehousing, inland freight etc.

M&L Freight Logistics C.A.

Established in 1984 with its main office in Puerto Rico, Magic Transport offers a wide range of logistics services including ocean freight, air freight, warehousing and auto shipping. The company provides world class services to its clients with its own manpower. It offers cost-effective transportation services utilizing state-of-the-art technology.

Magic Transport

As a key player in the logistics service, ATC Freight & Shipping handles cargo by sea and air from anywhere in the world to Jamaica. Company can carry any size of cargo and its primary markets are the Panama, China, Curacoa, Canada, United Kingdom, and the United States.

ATC Freight & Shipping

ILS Group is a key player in international logistics and customs clearance. Its major services include air, ground and sea transportation, supply chain & special cargo and customs clearance. Company provides the fastest and the most economical services.


ILS Cargo

Established in 1997, Salihiya Cargo provides air and sea freight forwarding services in Kenya and other major cities in the world. The company provides complete logistics solutions including International Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance and Transportation to the East African Regions. It also operates full charter flights weekly to Eldoret International AirPort, Kenya and sea freight to the port town of Mombasa.

Salihiya Cargo and Shipping Agency

DG Dock provides strategic solutions for the safe handling and transportation of hazardous goods. They offer efficient, compliant and specialised solutions. Company has a team of trained professionals to handle the safe and timely movement of hazardous goods. Company’s packages and containers for dangerous goods have passed the UN specification marks.

DG DOCK

Founded in 1987, Falcon Airfreight provides individual solutions to worldwide transport requests. The company is well established in all segments including airfreight, sea freight and land transport. Falcon Airfreight has more than 50 aircraft at Vienna Airport alone. The company has a worldwide network to provide efficient service around the globe.

Falcon Airfreight

Moroccan Cargo Partner provides wide range of logistics solutions. Its major services include sea freight, air freight, inland transportation and project cargo. The company is headed by experts and well experienced professionals.

Moroccan Cargo Partner

Established in the year 1995, Packford International specializes in the global shipping of air cargo and sea cargo. Besides air and sea cargo services, company also provides services such as cargo aircraft handling, packing, project handling, aviation services and door to door services. It has a team of professionals to meet the requirements of its customers.

Packford International

Fahrenheit Freight Forwarders Co. Ltd. is a prominent and leading provider of international air, sea and road transport services. The company has well trained and experienced logistics team to help its customers. It has direct links to Europe through sea and air.

Fahrenheit Freight Forwarders Co. Ltd

With its head office located in Hong Kong, FFC is a prominent company which is well versed in all aspects of logistics services. Besides sea, air freights and rail transport, it also handles Warehouse and Logistics, quality control and project cargo services. The company ensures the delivery of your goods anywhere in the world.

FFC International Company Limited

Theam Cargo Forwarding Services is one of the prominent forwarding service providers in Philippines. Besides international & domestic sea and air freight, the company also provides door to door delivery and trucking, courier services, customs brokerage services, logistics services, cargo consolidation and chartering.

Theam Cargo Forwarding Services

Based in Asia, Airways Freight Pakistan specializes in sea and air cargo. The company operates worldwide and it has professional team members to provide world class services to its clients. It also offers most competitive prices for providing the best logistics services.

Airways Freight Pakistan

Rail Cargo Logistics offers major freight services such as air freight, overseas & inland shipping, road transport and warehousing. The company provides low cost and environmentally friendly transport of goods and helps in route selection, track and trace and customs formalities. It has a wide network of reliable partners worldwide.

Rail Cargo Logistics Croatia d.o.o.

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics was founded in the year 1871 as a parcel company delivering parcels around the town of Osnabrueck, northern Germany. Currently it is one of the largest logistics companies with a worldwide network. Besides air, sea and land freight services, the company also provides customs clearance and other related services.

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Ltda.

Since its commencement, Universal Cargo has been a key player in the logistics industry. It is a reliable choice for shipping around the globe. Ocean freight, air freight, warehousing, pickup & delivery and customs are some its major services. Company has a well experienced and dedicated staff to provide personalized services to clients.

Universal Cargo

Award winning Air Freight and Courier company servicing air courier requirements from Moorabbin to Wynyard Tasmania and door to door delivery to all Tasmanian Ports

Tasfast Airfreight Pty Ltd

Tasmanian Logistics operator providing all round Trans Bass Forwarding service including freight forwarding , warehousing and local and interstate distribution servicesrn

Tasman Logistics Services

Morrison Express offers international freight forwarding and logistics services across air and ocean networks. Their expertise supports global supply chains, providing tailored solutions for high-tech industries and international trade operations.

Morrison Express Corporation

Established in 1988, Cargolink Freight Services provides total transport solutions as per the customer needs. It offers ocean freight, sea freight and all other logistics services. The company offers an extensive network of locations and it can handle any size of shipment.

Cargolink Freight Services Ltd

Freight forwarding and customs clearance brokers supplying local and international supply chain logistics solutions, customs clearance and import and export services 

Worldwide Customs & Freight Forwarding Agents

Established in the year 1994, Ruya Logistics provides its customers complete logistics solutions. Its major services include sea freight, air freight, land freight, project cargo handling, customs clearance, etc. The company has a well experienced team of professionals to meet the requirements of its clients.

Ruya Logistics

An international freight forwarding company offering reliable and cost effective door-to-door multimodal transport services. Alphatrans’  major services include sea freight, air freight, land transportation, warehouse operations, customs clearance and cargo insurance. Company has well trained and dedicated staff to provide cost effective logistics solutions.


Alphatrans ltd.

Headquartered in Chennai, GLOShipping & Logistics is a renowned global cargo service provider in India. The company has established itself as a customer oriented forwarder in India with extensive network across the globe. Its team of industry experts can create cost-effective solutions tailored to meet your needs.

GLO Shipping & Logistics PVT LTD

Transunion Freight Forwarder is a key player in International Freight Transportation. It has agents in major parts of the world to provide international export and import services. The company provides best services in areas such as International Transport Logistics, Customs Agency, Permits, Consolidated Cargo, Refrigerated Cargo, Land Cargo etc.

Transunion Freight Forwarder Costa Rica

As a well established logistics solution provider, Freight Masters Logistic Sdn Bhd is well represented in Europe, USA, Far East regions and the rest of the world. The company has a strong network of agents worldwide and thus it is able to arrange movement of cargo anywhere, anytime around the world. It has air, sea and land freight services.

Freight Masters Logistic Sdn Bhd

LAGO Logistics Oy is a Finnish provider of international transport and logistics solutions, leveraging nearly 40 years of industry experience. The company specializes in road, sea, air, and inter-modal freight, alongside offering customized project logistics, express transport, and professional customs services.

LAGO Logistics Oy

The company specializes in heavy cargo transportation and transportation of sensitive goods. Its major services include sea transportation, overland transportation and storage. The company also undertakes all customs brokerage services. The well experienced and professional staff will help you find the best logistic solutions and most competitive price.

Ardarikas

Did you know that Visa Global Logisitcs  have opened 7 new offices in Mainland China in 2012.   Visa now employs over 125 staff in our China operation.   All trained & equipped with VISA's approach to responsibility, reliability & transparency.

Visa Global Logistics ( Asia )

As an international freight company, All Freight Logistics handles your shipment around the globe with utmost care. The company specializes in road, air and sea transportation and it tracks your goods from shipment until delivery. Its worldwide network helps deliver your goods anywhere on time.

All Freight Logistics

Gemadept Logistics provides international freight forwarding and port-related logistics services. Their capabilities include ocean freight, warehousing, and supply chain solutions, supporting efficient cargo movement and global trade connectivity across key international shipping routes.

Gemadept Logistics

As a complete logistics solutions provider, JAS Worldwide offers wide range of services in the areas of air & ocean cargo, supply chain services and specialized market sectors. The company has a worldwide network over 62 countries and it helps them to deliver cargo safely anywhere on time.

Jas Forwarding (Japan) Co Ltd.

Specializing in international freight forwarding, Blue Ocean Navigation Ltd provides the most reliable logistics solutions in the Greek Transport Industry. The company has a worldwide network and it has agents in more than 160 countries around the world and thus guaranteeing delivery of goods anywhere on time.

BLUE OCEAN Navigation Co., Ltd

With offices throughout all major Australian cities, Fastway couriers offer fast delivery for all products types including specialized food and wine couriers services throughout Australia 

Fastway Couriers

Royal Asia Shipping Co. (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan logistics firm that provides comprehensive supply chain solutions from its strategic hub in Colombo. The company specializes in a wide range of services including ocean and air freight forwarding, customs clearance, chartering, and warehousing.


Royal Asia Shipping Co. [Pvt] Ltd

Located at Kanda-Sakuma-Cho, Chiyoda-Ku Tokyo, Japan, Shine Express Inc. is one of the leading companies providing logistics solutions. The company offers services such as air freight, ocean freight, warehousing and distribution and car & automotive shipping.  It has latest infrastructure facility to provide exceptional services to its customers.

Name	Freightways Supply Chain Solutions
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