How should I compare freight forwarders in Texas?
Start with Port Houston or DFW. Then compare documented modes, who files entry, FMC or IATA identity, and record freshness.
What to compare across Freight Forwarders in Texas
Trade-lane and mode coverage
Documentation capabilities
Cargo and handling fit
FMC identifiers when supplied
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 16 3PL providers
- 14 freight forwarders
- 13 warehouse operators
- 11 freight brokers
- 11 trucking companies
- 7 customs brokers
- 7 NVOCC / ocean operators
- 5 last-mile providers
- 1 other
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- Port Houston container and project cargo
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport air cargo
- I-10 and I-45 port-to-inland handoffs
- Houston and Dallas–Fort Worth forwarding houses
Local selection rules
Texas forwarding is a Port Houston ocean job or a DFW air-cargo job. Compare the gateway and the FMC or IATA identity before a statewide coverage claim.
- Name the gateway first: Port Houston or DFW air cargo.
- Match the legal name to FMC ocean-forwarder or NVOCC identity for ocean, or IATA identity for air.
- Ask who files entry and whether energy or project cargo is actually documented.
- Require the same origin, destination, Incoterms, and cutoff facts on every quote.
- Do not treat a Houston warehouse as a substitute for a forwarding house.
- Do not treat a Texas broker MC as forwarding identity.
When to use a forwarder, a broker, or a carrier in Texas
A Texas forwarder is the international house. A broker is the domestic desk. A carrier is the highway asset. Houston and Dallas are not interchangeable.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean freight through Port Houston or air cargo through DFW | Freight forwarder | The job is the gateway and the documents. |
| Domestic Texas truckload after the freight is already in the US | Freight broker or carrier | You need highway capacity and a current MC or USDOT identity. |
| A dedicated Houston or DFW highway lane | Carrier | Direct USDOT/MC identity cuts the extra party out. |
Questions this page can answer
Is a Houston forwarder interchangeable with a Dallas forwarder?
No. Houston is a port, energy, and project-cargo market. Dallas–Fort Worth is inland distribution and air cargo. Confirm the gateway on the profile.
Is a Texas freight forwarder the same as a freight broker?
No. A forwarder arranges international moves. A broker arranges domestic motor-carrier transportation under FMCSA authority.
When do I also need a Texas customs broker?
When the freight requires US entry. Confirm who holds the CBP permit for Houston or the air-cargo gateway you will use.
Compare documented Freight Forwarders capabilities in Texas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIT Worldwide Logistics | Houston, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +2 | Global Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Solutions, Port Drayage +1 | — | — | 025018 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide - Grapevine | Grapevine, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +2 | 3PL Services, Technology-Driven Logistics, Supply Chain Visibility +1 | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| CEVA Logistics - Houston | Houston, TX | Ocean, Air, Intermodal | Contract Logistics, Automotive, Technology +2 | — | — | 021430 | — | Aug 14, 2026 |
| DTS World Cargo | Houston, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +2 | US-Mexico-Canada Intermodal, Bonded Warehouse Operations, TSA-Certified Air Freight +1 | — | — | 023975 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Expeditors International - Austin | Austin, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +1 | Global Logistics, Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Solutions +1 | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Freight Forwarders Inc. | Houston, TX | Air, Ocean, Truck Ftl +1 | Multi-Modal Transportation, Air Freight, Ocean Freight +1 | — | — | 003423 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Gateway Logistics Group | Houston, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | International Freight Forwarding, Global Logistics Solutions, Supply Chain Management | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Kelly Global Logistics | San Antonio, TX | Truck Ftl, Intermodal | Commercial Transportation, Intermodal Services, Ground Freight | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Omni Logistics | Fort Worth, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +1 | 3PL Services, Comprehensive Texas Coverage, Supply Chain Solutions +1 | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| SEKO Logistics | Dallas, TX | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +1 | Airport Operations, Clearance Services, Entry Services +1 | — | — | — | — | 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 Texas
Specialties: Global freight forwardingSupply chain solutionsPort drayageAir cargo services
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
AIT Worldwide Logistics provides comprehensive global freight forwarding and supply chain solutions with ISO quality certifications....
Specialties: 3PL servicesTechnology-driven logisticsSupply chain visibilityGlobal freight management
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
C.H. Robinson provides technology-driven freight forwarding and 3PL services with global network coverage and supply chain visibility....
Specialties: Contract logisticsAutomotiveTechnologyConsumer goods
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRINTERMODAL
Global supply chain management company with strong NVOCC capabilities and focus on automotive and technology sectors....
Specialties: US-Mexico-Canada intermodalBonded warehouse operationsTSA-certified air freightCross-border logistics
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
DTS World Cargo specializes in US-Mexico-Canada intermodal services and bonded warehouse operations with TSA-certified compliance....
Specialties: Global logisticsFreight forwardingSupply chain solutionsCustoms brokerage
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Expeditors International provides global logistics and freight forwarding with comprehensive supply chain solutions and customs brokerage....
Specialties: Multi-modal transportationAir freightOcean freightGround transportation
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL
Freight Forwarders Inc. offers multi-modal transportation solutions including air, ocean, truck, rail, and barge services....
Specialties: International freight forwardingGlobal logistics solutionsSupply chain management
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Gateway Logistics Group provides international freight forwarding and global logistics solutions with comprehensive supply chain management....
Specialties: Commercial transportationIntermodal servicesGround freight
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLINTERMODAL
Kelly Global Logistics provides commercial transportation services and intermodal solutions with nationwide coverage....
Specialties: 3PL servicesComprehensive Texas coverageSupply chain solutionsMulti-modal transport
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Omni Logistics offers comprehensive 3PL services with statewide Texas operations and multi-modal transportation solutions....
Specialties: Airport operationsClearance servicesEntry servicesGlobal logistics
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
SEKO Logistics operates from DFW Airport specializing in clearance and entry services with global logistics capabilities....
Specialties: Ocean freightImport/export logisticsWarehousingCargo insurance
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Texas Global Services is an FMC Licensed Ocean Transportation Intermediary specializing in ocean freight and import/export logistics near Port of Hous...
Specialties: Heavy equipment shippingProject logisticsBreak bulk shippingContainer shipping
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Texas International Freight specializes in heavy equipment shipping, project logistics, break bulk shipping, container shipping, and LCL shipping with...
Specialties: Container freight stationFreight handlingWarehousingStorage
Transport Modes: OCEANTRUCK FTLDRAYAGE
World Trade Distribution operates container freight stations less than 30 minutes from Houston container terminals with specialized freight handling s...
Specialties: Japan-US tradeAutomotive logisticsContract logisticsAsia-Pacific expertise
Transport Modes: OCEANAIRTRUCK FTL
Yusen Logistics specializes in Japan-US trade and automotive logistics with strong Asia-Pacific expertise and contract logistics services....
Compare 14 active Freight Forwarders profiles in Texas. 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 Forwarders
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 Forwarders Coverage Areas in Texas
Major Service Areas
Use these city pages to review providers based in Texas's key markets:
- Houston: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Dallas: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- San Antonio: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Austin: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
- Fort Worth: 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 Houston
- Port of Beaumont
- Port of Corpus Christi
- Dallas/Fort Worth International
- George Bush Intercontinental
Frequently Asked Questions About Freight Forwarders in Texas
How should I compare freight forwarders in Texas?
Start with Port Houston or DFW. Then compare documented modes, who files entry, FMC or IATA identity, and record freshness.
Is a Houston forwarder interchangeable with a Dallas forwarder?
No. Houston is a port, energy, and project-cargo market. Dallas–Fort Worth is inland distribution and air cargo. Confirm the gateway on the profile.
Is a Texas freight forwarder the same as a freight broker?
No. A forwarder arranges international moves. A broker arranges domestic motor-carrier transportation under FMCSA authority.
When do I also need a Texas customs broker?
When the freight requires US entry. Confirm who holds the CBP permit for Houston or the air-cargo gateway you will use.
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