C.H. Robinson Worldwide
Long Beach, CA
One of the worlds largest third-party logistics providers offering comprehensive freight forwarding, truckload, and supply chain solutions with advanced technology platform.
Review profileFreight Forwarders in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay, California
Compare 5 active directory profiles using documented capabilities and local operating fit.
Planning freight forwarders service in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay
Long Beach is the San Pedro Bay container and transload market, where ocean terminals, chassis yards, and I-710 trucking connect import cargo to Southern California distribution.
Market coverage: This page includes providers based in Long Beach, San Pedro, Wilmington, Signal Hill, Carson. Each profile shows its actual base.
Use the profiles below to build a shortlist, then confirm the precise lane, cargo, equipment, timing, authority, insurance, availability, and price directly with each provider.
Freight connections
- Port of Long Beach
- I-710 and I-405 freight corridors
- Intermodal container transfer access
Industries shaping demand
- international trade
- petroleum
- warehousing
- drayage
Questions to resolve
- Confirm which Long Beach or Los Angeles terminals the provider actually serves and who handles appointments, chassis, and free time.
- Ask whether quoted service includes Los Angeles-area delivery or only the Long Beach and Harbor-area radius.
Evidence to compare
- Mode and trade-lane coverage
- FMC, IATA, SCAC, or applicable authority evidence
- Documentation and customs capabilities
- Cargo handling and handoff requirements
What freight forwarders do in the Long Beach and San Pedro Bay market
Freight forwarders coordinate international or multimodal movements, documentation, carrier handoffs, consolidation, and destination delivery.
In Long Beach and San Pedro Bay, the operating context includes Port of Long Beach, I-710 and I-405 freight corridors, Intermodal container transfer access. Demand is shaped by international trade, petroleum, warehousing, drayage.
Shortlist criteria
- Trade lanes, modes, gateways, and overseas-agent coverage
- FMC, IATA, SCAC, MC, or other applicable operating evidence
- Consolidation, documentation, customs, and cargo-handling scope
- Incoterm, insurance, exception, and destination-charge responsibilities
Questions before requesting a quote
- Who contracts each leg and who owns exceptions at origin, gateway, and destination?
- Which charges are excluded from the quote, including duties, exams, storage, demurrage, or destination fees?
Directory evidence standard: An indexable forwarder profile must include detailed capabilities, recent review, and at least one applicable authority or industry identifier recorded by UNITECARGO.
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 5 freight forwarders
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- Port of Long Beach
- I-710 and I-405 freight corridors
- Intermodal container transfer access
Local selection rules
Long Beach is the San Pedro Bay container and transload market, where ocean terminals, chassis yards, and I-710 trucking connect import cargo to Southern California distribution.
- Confirm which Long Beach or Los Angeles terminals the provider actually serves and who handles appointments, chassis, and free time.
- Ask whether quoted service includes Los Angeles-area delivery or only the Long Beach and Harbor-area radius.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay
Long Beach and San Pedro Bay is not one vendor type. The right first call depends on whether the freight still needs a building, a licensed desk, or a truck.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory, fulfillment, or staging near Port of Long Beach | 3PL | The constraint is the building, cutoff, and handling—not a one-off truck. |
| A one-time or irregular lane after the freight is ready to roll | Freight broker | You need a licensed desk to source capacity, not a warehouse agreement. |
| A dedicated lane you can fill and schedule | Carrier | Direct USDOT or MC identity and equipment beat an extra handoff. |
Compare documented Freight Forwarders capabilities in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay
Compare provider bases, modes, capabilities, service-appropriate evidence, and verification dates before requesting shipment-specific terms.
| Provider | Base | Transport modes | Documented capabilities | MC | DOT | FMC | CBP | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide | Long Beach, CA | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +2 | Multimodal Transportation, Supply Chain Optimization, Technology Integration | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Expeditors International | Long Beach, CA | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | Trans-Pacific Shipping, Port Drayage, Customs Brokerage | — | — | 002268 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Kuehne + Nagel Inc. | Carson, CA | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | Pharmaceutical Logistics, Automotive Supply Chain, Electronics Transport | — | — | 001162 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Panalpina Inc. (DSV) | Carson, CA | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | Project Cargo, Automotive Logistics, Supply Chain Solutions | — | — | 017331 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Yusen Logistics Americas | Long Beach, CA | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | Japan-US Trade, Automotive Logistics, Contract Logistics | — | — | 002432 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
Editorial profiles are shown alphabetically. Paid placements appear separately and are labeled. This table does not assign ratings or declare a best provider.
Freight Forwarders profiles in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay
Expeditors International
Long Beach, CA
Global freight forwarder specializing in ocean and air freight with strong presence at LA/Long Beach ports. Offers comprehensive customs clearance and supply chain solutions.
Review profileKuehne + Nagel Inc.
Carson, CA
Leading international freight forwarder and logistics provider with specialized expertise in pharmaceutical and automotive logistics. Strong West Coast presence.
Review profilePanalpina Inc. (DSV)
Carson, CA
Now part of DSV, providing comprehensive ocean and air freight services with particular expertise in project cargo and automotive supply chain solutions.
Review profileYusen Logistics Americas
Long Beach, CA
Japanese logistics company with strong trans-Pacific trade expertise. Specialized in automotive logistics and contract logistics with comprehensive supply chain solutions.
Review profileQuestions about Freight Forwarders in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay
How many freight forwarders are listed in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay?
UNITECARGO currently lists 5 active profiles in the Long Beach and San Pedro Bay market that are marked verified and classified as freight forwarders. Counts change as records are reviewed.
What freight connections matter for freight forwarders in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay?
This page covers Port of Long Beach, I-710 and I-405 freight corridors, Intermodal container transfer access. Confirm the provider actually serves the terminal, airport, or corridor your shipment uses.
How should I compare freight forwarders in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay?
Confirm which Long Beach or Los Angeles terminals the provider actually serves and who handles appointments, chassis, and free time. Ask whether quoted service includes Los Angeles-area delivery or only the Long Beach and Harbor-area radius.
When should I use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Long Beach and San Pedro Bay?
Use a 3PL when inventory has to sit or get picked. Use a freight broker when the freight is ready and you need capacity. Use a carrier when you have a dedicated lane and can work a USDOT or MC identity directly.