Samuel Shapiro & Company, Inc. is a licensed NVOCC.
We’ve negotiated our contracts and carrier agreements specifically
to meet the needs of our clients. Whether you are moving full
containers, less than container loads, or other specialty cargo, we
can come up with a sound logistics plan that’s right for you. Take
advantage of our buying power.
Shapiro has been a C-TPAT member as a Customhouse broker since
April 2003. We are pleased to announce that, as of October
2007, Shapiro has also been awarded C-TPAT certified status as a
consolidator, which encompasses our role as an NVOCC, ocean
transportation intermediary, and air freight consolidator.
Capabilities
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FCL, LCL, Breakbulk & Roll on/Roll off
Services
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LCL consolidation/deconsolidation
Services
Customer needs drive our consolidation and deconsolidation services.
Take advantage of our existing consolidations for economical ocean
freight opportunities. Our services continue to grow based on
customer demand. Currently we offer regularly scheduled
consolidations from
Italy with competitive pricing to meet your needs. We are also
offering regularly scheduled consolidations from Shanghai.
Please contact our
Marketing Department
for our sailing schedule and pricing information today.
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Foreign-to-Foreign Logistics Services
Looking for someone to assist in moving product from one foreign
location to another? We offer services for foreign-to-foreign moves,
which require the knowledge and the resources necessary to
understand and comply with the export/import regulations of the
countries around the globe. Our experienced staff and worldwide
network of agents are available to unravel the red tape that is
often involved in any foreign-to-foreign airfreight or ocean freight
shipment. Contact our
Marketing Department for information
today.
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Specialized Cargo
Shapiro is well versed in the handling of all types of specialized
cargo. All of our export personnel are IATA/FIATA, and IMDG
hazmat-certified. In addition, we have a Certified Ocean Forwarder (COF)
on staff, and an export compliance team with countless years of
experience. Our knowledgeable staff has been trained to handle all
types of cargo. Whether you are moving project cargo, exhibition
freight, or dangerous goods, we are your single source for expert
handling.
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Import & Export Forwarding Services
As country requirements change, so do the documentary requirements.
Shapiro keeps us with changes in international trade. Let Shapiro
take your documentation worries away. We are experienced in all
phases of international transportation documentation. Utilize our
network of foreign agents to set up import routings that meet your
needs. For exports, contact us for a Shipper’s Letter of
Instructions (SLI) and you can outline your requirements to us. Send
us your Letter of Authorization (LOA) or a valid
Power of Attorney and we’ll take care of the rest.
Other services include:
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Letter of Credit
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Insurance
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AES services
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Legalization/Consular services
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Drawback
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NAFTA
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Compliance
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On-line Tracking & Tracing
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On-line Bookings
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Nationwide Drop Stations
