Freight forwarders and Shipping agents

A freight forwarder acts as an agent when the performs functions on behalf of, and under the instructions of, the principal ( the exporter or importer ). As an agent, the forwarder will procure the services of third parties who will perform the packing, storage, transport, handling and customs clearance of the goods. If you are having trouble getting your goods from another country or to another area in the same country then this list should help you.