A freight forwarder is an entity (person or company) that organises the carriage of goods on behalf of the shipper or consignee. Its tasks include selecting the appropriate means of transport, coordinating loading and delivery, and preparing the necessary documentation.
The freight forwarder operates within freight forwarding, works with carriers and plays an important role in logistics and in the functioning of the supply chain.
Freight forwarding is an important element of logistics and the supply chain and is carried out by a freight forwarder, who is responsible for the smooth running of the transport process.