April 8th, 2025
Cargo Freight Forwarding Services with Amazon Freight
Managing freight logistics can be complicated, and a daunting task for small business owners who are unfamiliar with the logistics landscape. From choosing transportation modes to navigating customs regulations, the process requires careful planning.
Amazon Freight simplifies the freight forwarding process by offering businesses efficient, reliable freight forwarding services. With an extensive carrier network, seamless booking, and end-to-end shipment visibility, Amazon Freight takes the stress out of logistics.
Amazon Freight simplifies the freight forwarding process by offering businesses efficient, reliable freight forwarding services. With an extensive carrier network, seamless booking, and end-to-end shipment visibility, Amazon Freight takes the stress out of logistics.
Understanding cargo freight forwarding services
WHAT IS CARGO FREIGHT FORWARDING?
Cargo freight forwarding is a key component of supply chain logistics. A cargo freight forwarder ensures goods are moved efficiently, safely, and on time from location A to B. Forward freight services providers can help you select the right modes of shipping, find the best routes, navigate complex customs requirements, and handle any applicable paperwork or documentation.
Streamlining all of these tasks by trusting them to an experienced provider can save businesses time and money and mitigate logistical risks.
Streamlining all of these tasks by trusting them to an experienced provider can save businesses time and money and mitigate logistical risks.
How to choose the right cargo freight forwarder
Choosing the right cargo freight forwarder for your business is crucial in ensuring efficient, reliable, cost-effective shipping. Consider the following key factors when selecting your provider.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT OPTIONS
The right freight forwarder should offer multiple transportation solutions to suit a range of different business needs. Combining different modes of transportation—like sea, road, rail, and air—can ensure cargo arrives at its destination faster and has less of an impact on the environment. Here at Amazon Freight, we’re committed to improving our intermodal shipping offering—in 2023, we grew our use of rail and sea transportation in Europe by 50%.
PRICING AND COST TRANSPARENCY
Cost effectiveness is often front of mind for small businesses. If cost is your top priority, look for a freight forwarder that offers competitive rates with clear pricing. Many providers also offer flexible pricing options to help smaller businesses find a shipping strategy that suits their budget. Amazon Freight’s all-in rates are completely transparent at the booking stage, with no surprise costs—learn more about our pricing strategy here.
NETWORK AND INFRASTRUCTURE
A strong logistics network is critical in ensuring smooth, timely shipments. Well-established infrastructure ensures shipments are transported efficiently and reach their destinations on time. With Amazon Freight, you can leverage our extensive carrier network, with intermodal routes across the UK, throughout Europe, and around the rest of the world.
END-TO-END VISIBILITY
Having access to real-time insights into shipments can be vital in ensuring more efficient operations. Without comprehensive oversight, shipments may be delayed, lost, or otherwise disrupted. Amazon Freight ships with GPS-tracked trailers, so you can monitor your shipments from the very beginning of their shipping journey until they reach their destination. The Amazon Relay app also ensures real-time visibility for carriers and drivers.
How Amazon Freight simplifies the freight forwarding process
Amazon Freight takes the stress and hassle out of freight forwarding services. We use a forward-thinking, tech-driven approach:
HASSLE-FREE BOOKING
Get instant quotes and book shipments easily, whenever it suits you, through Amazon Freight’s online platform. You can get a quick quote in just three simple steps.
CUSTOMS AND COMPLIANCE SUPPORT
Staying on top of different customs regulations can be complicated—we provide expert support to ensure compliance with international shipping requirements.
INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY
Stay ahead of the shipping curve with advanced digital tools. Our integrated technology enables real-time tracking, performance reporting, and shipment optimisation. This helps us make freight management smarter and simpler for businesses of all sizes.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND EXPERTISE
You never have to feel stuck or stranded. We offer 24/7 support from a dedicated, experienced team.
Key industries that benefit from Amazon Freight forwarding
Amazon Freight caters to customers from a range of different industries, helping them scale their operations and move their goods efficiently and cost effectively.
E-COMMERCE AND RETAIL
Online businesses require fast and reliable shipping to keep their customers happy. Amazon Freight helps ecommerce and retail businesses meet customer demands by providing cost effective freight options with real-time tracking and flexible shipping solutions.
MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION
Manufacturers and distributors often manage large, bulk shipments that must meet strict scheduling demands to keep supply chain operations running smoothly. Amazon Freight’s intermodal shipping options and extensive carrier network ensure streamlined logistics for high-volument shipments, which reduces delays and can minimise storage costs.
GARDENS AND OUTDOORS
Gardens and outdoors businesses are subject to seasonal demand fluctuations, specialised shipping requirements, and products come in bulky product sizes, which can present a challenge for many freight forwarding providers. Amazon Freight offers scalable freight solutions to ensure deliveries are on time, making it easier for businesses to manage inventory and meet customer needs no matter the season.
FASHION
The fashion industry often relies on time-sensitive deliveries to align with seasonal trends, and retail and consumer demands. Amazon Freight’s secure and timely transport solutions help fashion businesses maintain consistent inventory flow while ensuring deliveries arrive at their destinations on time.
Getting started with Amazon Freight
Tapping into Amazon Freight’s forward freight services is quick and easy. Simply sign up for a free shipper account and request an instant quote. Then, you can start booking right away. We never reject a load—once you book a shipment with us, we’re committed to delivering it.
Create your free shipper account
Streamline your cargo freight forwarding with Amazon Freight. Create your free shipper account today to get started.
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