How do I verify a freight broker in Florida?
Match the legal entity and MC number to FMCSA Licensing and Insurance. Confirm active broker-of-property authority and current bond or trust status. Directory status is not a substitute for that check.
What to compare across Freight Brokers in Florida
Carrier and mode coverage
Cargo and equipment fit
Load matching capabilities
MC identifiers when supplied
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 14 warehouse operators
- 12 freight forwarders
- 12 last-mile providers
- 12 3PL providers
- 11 customs brokers
- 10 trucking companies
- 8 freight brokers
- 2 NVOCC / ocean operators
- 1 other
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- PortMiami and Port Everglades drayage overflow
- Miami produce and perishable highway desks
- I-95, I-75, I-10, and I-4 truckload lanes
- Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Jacksonville, and Tampa dispatch rings
Local selection rules
Florida brokerage demand clusters around Miami perishables and port overflow, Jacksonville I-10 / I-95 truckload, and Central Florida distribution. Confirm active property-broker authority before you compare rates.
- Match the legal name and MC number to current FMCSA Licensing and Insurance records.
- Ask whether the desk covers Miami perishables, Jacksonville highway, or only a national load board.
- Require the same origin, destination, equipment, temperature, and appointment facts on every quote.
- Confirm who holds the carrier contract and who pays the carrier.
- Check bond, insurance, and authority status the week you tender.
- Do not send international Miami freight to a domestic broker unless a separate forwarder identity is documented.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Florida
A Florida broker is useful when you need capacity, not a building and not a bill of lading. It is the wrong first call when the freight still has to clear, sit, or get picked.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spot truckload, reefer overflow, or mixed equipment after the freight is ready | Freight broker | You need a licensed desk with active MC broker authority to source carriers. |
| A repeat Florida lane with known equipment and volume | Carrier | Direct authority and equipment cut the extra party out of a stable lane. |
| Inventory, fulfillment, or a standing outbound program | 3PL | The constraint is the building and cutoff, not the next available truck. |
Questions this page can answer
Do Florida freight brokers replace a Miami freight forwarder?
No. Brokers arrange domestic motor-carrier transportation. They do not issue ocean or air documents unless a separate forwarding identity is on the profile.
What should I send every Florida broker on the shortlist?
Same origin and destination, dates, weight, dimensions, commodity, temperature, equipment, appointments, and accessorial assumptions. Different facts produce quotes you cannot compare.
Which Florida markets show up most often on broker profiles?
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, and Tampa appear most often in the current directory. Confirm the actual desk location and the lanes it currently covers.
Compare documented Freight Brokers capabilities in Florida
Use the profiles below to compare location, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness. Open a profile for complete documented details.
| Provider | Base | Transport modes | Documented capabilities | MC | DOT | FMC | CBP | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvarez Truck Brokers of Florida, Inc. | Miami, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | 50+ Years Experience, Quality Truck Transportation, Fast Payment Terms | 1719413 | 4384735 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| C.H. Robinson - Miami | Miami, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal | Truckload Brokerage, Miami Office, South Florida Lanes | 384859 | 2226453 | — | — | Sep 1, 2026 |
| C.H. Robinson - Orlando | Orlando, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal | Truckload Brokerage, Orlando Office, Central Florida Lanes | 384859 | 2226453 | — | — | Sep 1, 2026 |
| FreightCenter, Inc. | Palm Harbor, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Tampa Bay Area Specialist, National Network | MC-444954 | DOT-2230011 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Fusion Logistics, Inc | Miami, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Air | Multi-Modal Logistics, Caribbean And Latin America Focus | 585334 | 2180277 | — | — | Aug 15, 2026 |
| Integrity Express Logistics | Miami, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Air | Express Logistics Specialist, Time-Sensitive Freight, Multi-Modal Capabilities | 596655 | 1911857 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| TQL - Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal | Truckload Brokerage, LTL, South Florida Office | 322572 | 2223295 | — | — | Aug 16, 2026 |
| Wicker Park Logistics | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Technology-Enabled Freight Matching, St. Petersburg And Ft. Lauderdale Hubs, Cost-Effective Solutions | 1201135 | 3568399 | — | — | 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 Brokers profiles in Florida
Specialties: 50+ years experienceQuality truck transportationFast payment terms
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTL
Established freight brokerage founded in 1974 by John Alvarez with over 50 years experience providing quality truck transportation brokerage....
Specialties: Truckload brokerageMiami officeSouth Florida lanes
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLINTERMODAL
Miami surface-transportation office of C.H. Robinson at 2000 NW 62nd Avenue, operating under the company active FMCSA property-broker authority USDOT ...
Specialties: Truckload brokerageOrlando officeCentral Florida lanes
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLINTERMODAL
Orlando surface-transportation office of C.H. Robinson at 200/250 South Orange Avenue, operating under the company active FMCSA property-broker author...
Specialties: Tampa Bay area specialistNational network
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTL
Freight shipping and logistics company in Tampa Bay area providing comprehensive transportation coordination with MC 444954 and DOT 2230011....
Specialties: Multi-modal logisticsCaribbean and Latin America focus
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLAIR
Miami-based freight brokerage and motor-carrier business with active federal broker-of-property and motor-carrier authority under USDOT 2180277 and MC...
Specialties: Express logistics specialistTime-sensitive freightMulti-modal capabilities
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLAIR
Express logistics and freight services company specializing in time-sensitive freight solutions with multi-modal transportation capabilities....
Specialties: Truckload brokerageLTLSouth Florida office
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLINTERMODAL
Fort Lauderdale office of Total Quality Logistics, operating under active FMCSA property-broker authority USDOT 2223295 and MC 322572....
Specialties: Technology-enabled freight matchingSt. Petersburg and Ft. Lauderdale hubsCost-effective solutions
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTL
Technology-driven freight broker with major hubs in Ft. Lauderdale and St. Petersburg providing cost-effective Florida shipping solutions....
Compare 8 active Freight Brokers profiles in Florida. Review documented locations, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness before contacting a provider for shipment-specific availability and pricing.
Evidence to check before selecting Freight Brokers
Use profile fields as a starting point, then confirm time-sensitive requirements directly:
- Current operating authority and regulatory identifiers
- Insurance, safety status, and cargo-specific compliance
- Service area, equipment, capacity, and appointment availability
- Complete pricing, accessorials, transit commitments, and claims terms
- Tracking, EDI, API, or booking capabilities when required
Freight Brokers Coverage Areas in Florida
Major Service Areas
Use these city pages to review providers based in Florida's key markets:
- Miami: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Tampa: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Jacksonville: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Orlando: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
Coverage and timing to confirm
- Origin and destination: confirm exact ZIP-code, port, airport, or facility coverage
- Transit or service window: obtain a shipment-specific commitment
- Equipment and handling: confirm availability for the required dates
- Interstate or international authority: check the appropriate regulator when applicable
Strategic Infrastructure Access
Ask shortlisted providers whether they currently serve the relevant transportation hub:
- Port of Miami
- Port Everglades
- JAXPORT
- Port Tampa Bay
- Miami International
- Orlando International
Frequently Asked Questions About Freight Brokers in Florida
How do I verify a freight broker in Florida?
Match the legal entity and MC number to FMCSA Licensing and Insurance. Confirm active broker-of-property authority and current bond or trust status. Directory status is not a substitute for that check.
Do Florida freight brokers replace a Miami freight forwarder?
No. Brokers arrange domestic motor-carrier transportation. They do not issue ocean or air documents unless a separate forwarding identity is on the profile.
What should I send every Florida broker on the shortlist?
Same origin and destination, dates, weight, dimensions, commodity, temperature, equipment, appointments, and accessorial assumptions. Different facts produce quotes you cannot compare.
Which Florida markets show up most often on broker profiles?
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, and Tampa appear most often in the current directory. Confirm the actual desk location and the lanes it currently covers.
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