Top Ocean Freight Companies

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 18, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 1,644 Ocean Freight Companies as of September 2026 across 81 countries. The top-ranked firm is AMZ Prep (5.0 stars, 22 verified reviews, < $25/hr, founded 2016, Colorado Springs). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $25, median client rating is 3.7, and 38% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Ocean Freight Companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

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  • Keneplus was born in 2006 at the initiative of its directors Gustavo Alonso and Gustavo Bruno, who put knowledge and experience at the service of importers, exporters, and other actors in international trade. We are the foreign trade company that provides logistical support for the transportation and monitoring of your products in a safe and ... read Keneplus reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2006
    Montevideo, Uruguay
  • DGX is one of the most respected international ocean and air freight service providers. DGX serves global ocean and air destinations through most ports or airports, to and from any point in the United States, as well as between foreign points. With consolidation, Full Container Load (FCL) and Less Than Container Load (LCL) services from ... read Dependable Global Express reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    1999
    Manila, Philippines
  • Universal freight services is an international freight forwarder and logistics company. We believe our passion for logistics contributes to our success. To us, passion is defined as an innate desire to find solutions for our customers throughout their supply chain processes. High service levels and individuality of our services are the basic values of our ... read Universal Freight Services reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Casablanca, Morocco
  • Transglory stands as a premier global contender in the realm of transport and logistics solutions. With a robust presence across multiple countries, we boast an extensive network of partners and agents, solidifying our status as an international powerhouse in the industry. Our wide-reaching offices and collaborations allow us to provide unparalleled services that span the ... read Transglory reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Casablanca, Morocco
  • Bowa-Gate Global Ltd is a logistic company with a team of highly motivated and experienced professionals who provide quality cargo handling, freight forwarding, and clearing services in the world. Bowa-Gate Global Ltd began business on 1st of March 1994, before it was registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission on the 5th of September 2006. We ... read Bowagate Global Services reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Lagos, Nigeria
  • MIL is a is a world-class independently owned and operated global freight services provider, offering clients, the cargo shipping, storing and moving service of a large multi-national group with personalized services combined with customer service.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2016
    Nairobi, Kenya
  • CTS International Logistics Corporation Limited (hereinafter referred to as “CTS International”) is the Logistics & Trading business unit of China National Travel Service (HK) Group Corporation(hereinafter referred to as “China National Travel Service), which is the major stockholder of CTS International Logistics Corporation Limited. China National Travel Service, with a history of more than eighty ... read CTS International Logistic reviews & insights

    $300+/hr
    10000+
    1992
    Shanghai, China
  • Primy Ocean Air Logistics Co., Ltd. made its entry in the Chinese freight forwarding market in March 2003,established by a group of very motivated people with important experience in the sector, some from airlines, some from shipping lines and others from global freight forwarders. This mix of expertise made itpossible to grow steadily over the ... read PRIMY OCEAN AIR LOGISTICS reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Shanghai, China
  • Radiant Canada is the result of integrating 30 years of transportation management expertise with warehousing services experience. Our complete range of industry-leading transportation and distribution services add value to your customized logistics solutions by meeting your specialized needs and increasing profitability for your business.As part of the Radiant Global Logistics Corporation, we offer responsive transportation ... read Radiant reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Mississauga, Canada
  • Shams Group of Companies is one of the most renowned Shipping, Logistics and Trading Business Group in Bangladesh, operating with immense reputation since 1978. Shams Group comprises of Five (5) enterprises, each specializes in their field of services. Amongst these five, MKK Logistics and Three Light Navigation, with a combined total of almost 100 wide ... read Shams Group of Companies reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    1978
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Orbit offers you a rich portfolio of freight forwarding and logistics services with air, sea and land transport to anywhere in the world. We know that of all the possible solutions, one is the most suitable for you, and we offer you that one. A personalized approach and uncompromising quality in terms of cargo and ... read ORBIT reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Hawaii Logistic Services (HLS) has been serving the Honolulu, HI transportation community since 1986. HLS is also the leader in final mile food service delivery on Oahu with complete island wide 24/7 trucking coverage. We pride ourselves as being a general hauler, container drayage, fuel provider, door to door freight logistics (Full container loads & ... read Hawaii Logistic Services reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    1986
    Waipahu, United States
  • rtha Logistics is headquartered in Port Klang, Malaysia is one of the leading international freight forwarding, project logistics and total logistics delivering cost-effective solutions throughout the Asia and Worldwide. We develops comprehensive total logistics tailored to meet specific requirements of customers. This is accomplished by learning customer’s exact objectives with regards to their internal and ... read ARTHA LOGISTICS SDN BHD reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2008
    Port Klang, Malaysia
  • U Kargo Freight makes it easy to get instant air and ocean freight quotes and to book, pay and track your shipments online. With our global network of logistics experts and industry-leading technology, we ensure that your goods arrive safely and reliably every time. Reliable and express logistics and transport solutions that no waste your ... read U Kargo Logistics reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2020
    Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • 88 Sunfreight Express Corporation (88 SEC), since its establishment in 2008, is committed to providing quality service to stakeholders of the International Trade and Supply Chain Logistics and as well as bridging the gap of these entities for an efficient compliance on the latest Customs regulations that results to a mutual equilibrium which benefits national ... read 88 Sunfreight Express Corporation reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2008
  • About Us Freight-World is an International Freight Forwarder head-quartered in Melbourne, Australia. The difference between Freight-World and other International Freight Forwarders is we have a willingness to help you achieve your goals and we strive to exceed your expectations. Our headquarters are based in Melbourne, Australia with offices also in Sydney and Brisbane. The Director ... read Freight World reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Sealion Cargo is your trusted Canadian Freight Forwarder. Shipping internationally, our team focuses on providing great service at competitive pricing. Our end-to-end supply chain solutions create worry-free solutions so you can focus on growing your business. Our diverse team speaks over 15 languages and can help you ship to and from anywhere on Earth. We ... read Sealion Cargo reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2014
    Toronto, Canada
  • We are a group of professionals with many years of experience behind us to provide our clients with utmost service, and in providing solutions to their Shipping , Logistics , Warehousing and various freight services inorder to complete their process of achieving an efficient SUPPLY CHAIN SYSTEM, which is also the vision of our company.AGS ... read AGS Global Freight reviews & insights

    NA
    1,000 - 9,999
    2009
    Mississauga, Canada
  • Meridian Cargo was founded in 2003 with its first office in Montreal. The group later expanded with offices in Toronto and Vancouver. Meridian Cargo operates as a comprehensive global platform for traditional transportation and freight forwarding services, end-to-end integrated logistics programs, and complete third-party logistics management solutions. The founding team has been delivering first-class customer ... read Meridian Cargo reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    2003
    Montreal, Canada
  • ince 2009, Best-Way Cargo Management Inc. has provided a unique 7/24 operation, that prides itself in exceptional customer service, with professional and dedicated people. We are fully bonded transport company who work with our clients to develop solutions based on their requirements and their customer needs.Doing business with our team of professionals will allow you ... read Best way cargo reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    2009
    Winnipeg, Canada
  • We are a Logistics Company based in New Jersey, USA specialized in providing a wide range of Freight Forwarding services both in the USA and Internationally. At Gold Cup Logistics, we have access to most of the Worlds Air, Ocean, and Land Transportation Carriers. This allows us to best serve our clients’ needs Internationally. Our ... read Gold Cup Logistics reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2000
    Jersey City, United States
  • Trans Air & Sea Cargo (TASC) was incorporated in March 1995. TASC has diversified its traditional freight forwarding activities into a fully integrated logistics provider and is equally involved in air and sea freight operations. The company has grown significantly over the years till today as one of the well-trusted logistics provider in Singapore.TASC aims ... read Trans Air & Sea Cargo reviews & insights

    NA
    1,000 - 9,999
    1995
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Horizon International Cargo was founded in 1991 with just 3 people based at Heathrow Airport. Since our humble origins over 25 years ago Horizon has grown to become one of the U.K's leading independent Freight Forwarding and Logistics Providers.During the past 10 years Horizon has increasingly focused our growth outside of the UK to strengthen ... read Horizon International reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    1991
    Jersey City, United States
  • The world of logistics is far from simple. Involving a lot of complex processes, this field calls for attention to detail and precision in execution of all activities.Imagine having a partner who can handle all this for you so that you can simply focus on your actual business. A partner who has the expertise and ... read AirLift reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    1990
    Jersey City, United States
  • As a specialist of Freight and Logistics in Fremont, California, we facilitate the delivery and shipment of different kinds of goods from state to state, and country to country for businesses, organizations, and individuals. Transporting large shipments can be a difficult process when you need to get through international borders on your own. However, we ... read Go Go Customs Brokerage reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Fremont, United States
  • Dartrans is an international freight forwarder and customs broker with our headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland. We have over 30 years experience in international shipping, as globally minded freight forwarders and customs brokers. With our partnership agreements around the world, we handle shipments to and from all major trading countries. Using our extensive knowledge of customs ... read Dartrans reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    1989
    Baltimore, United States
  • BLUORBIT VISION: At Bluorbit, our vision is to open growth avenues with expertise and foresight. We welcome, respect and implement every idea that can improve efficiency and deliver better profits for our customers. BLUORBIT PEOPLE: Sustaining a deep knowledge about the business, an in-depth view about the trade and a thorough understanding of the world, ... read Bluorbit Logistics Pte. Ltd. reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2005
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Mitchell Cotts Kenya is among the leading logistics companies in Kenya dealing in warehouse, air & sea freight, transportation, custom excise clearing services etc.

    NA
    50 - 249
    Nairobi, Kenya
  • Globeflight Kenya is an international Courier and Logistics company. Our head office is in South Africa and we have worldwide branch offices in United Kingdom and China this gives us a wider international reach. We have been in operation for more than 12 years creating a strong agency network therefore ensuring effective and efficient service ... read Globeflight Kenya reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2004
    Mombasa, Kenya
  • AJEX offers a wide range Express Services for the Domestic and international market, Saudi Arabia Domestic Services, Standard delivery, Next day delivery, Same day delivery, High Value shipment Express, COD Express Services, International Express, Standard Express delivery, Economy Express delivery

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2021
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Newl's is an asset based carrier that has been in business for over 30 years. We leverage our edge in technology to provide high quality service at a reasonable price. Some of the services we offer are as follows: - Warehousing and distribution - Trucking both domestic in Canada and cross-border into the US and ... read Newells Express Worldwide Logistics reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    1989
  • We Are The Leader In The Logistics Industry – Shipping Companies In Nairobi Our mandate and commitment is to handle all clearing and forwarding in Kenya, warehousing in Kenya, transportation, packaging, domestic courier, air cargo shipments, air freight shipping, marine Insurance and consultancy services on imports, exports, shipping and freight logistic management services within Kenya ... read Bargaaba Business Agency reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2010
    Nairobi, Kenya
  • Prime Transport & Logistics is greatly focused on its core purpose of delivering our high-quality services consistently that greatly emphasizes safety, compliance, and reliability. We are committed to handling your needs with all of our years of ease and expertise.

    NA
    2 - 9
    Orlando, United States
  • GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, our business has grown to support various areas within the supply chain management process in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2002
    Fort Lauderdale, United States
  • The pioneer of ACHT.US is Tony Arecco. He was introduced to the industry in 1990. He has been Licensed to transact U.S. Customs transactions since July 7, 1998. He has worked in the AIR CARGO environment for decades, and has taught seminars nationwide for several years. We have developed "In House" ISO procedures with U.S.CBP ... read Arecco reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Tampa, United States
  • For more than 3 decades, Michael S. Dubin has helped clients across the globe to arrange overseas transportation for goods and represented them before the federal government to make their declarations. You can rest assured that we will facilitate a quick and easy transaction, the first time, every time.

    NA
    2 - 9
    Tampa, United States
  • Founded in 1919 by Alfred Neel Deringer, our privately-held corporation employs more than 450 supply chain professionals in North America. Over 40 percent of our operations personnel are licensed US or Canadian Customs Brokers or carry other specialized certifications.

    NA
    2 - 9
    Saint Albans, United States
  • ACCB is a full service Customs House Brokerage located in the heart of New York City. We specialize in Customs Brokerage services for Importers in the New York / New Jersey Ports of entry, and is also Nationally Licensed for customs clearance for All USA Ports. We handle all types of customs clearances including food ... read All Cleared Customs Brokerage reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    NYC, United States
  • Johanson Transportation Service (JTS) is a leading third party logistics provider helping companies manage their supply chain with Justified Timely Solutions® that meet their unique business challenges. With a vast network of truck, air, ocean and rail/intermodal transportation, JTS provides a full portfolio of domestic and international services, including logistics management, consultation and state-of-the-art technology ... read Johanson Transportation Service reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    1971
    Fresno, United States
  • We are a boutique Customs Brokerage in Los Angeles, CA offerring exceptional customer service and individualized attention to each of our customers. We have 2 licensed brokers on staff and a support staff that is trained and knowledgable in all things related to importing into the United States. We are experts in US harmonized tariff ... read TKK Custom Brokers reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Suarez Brokerage Company is a family owned business founded in 1979 in Nogales, Arizona by Florencio Suarez. We are your bridge between the United States and all countries providing services for over 35 years. Dedication has given us the experience to provide services of quality and our National Permit expands our capability to conduct business ... read Suarez Brokerage reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    1979
    Nogales, United States
  • Cargoconnect are specialist Australian freight forwarders with operations in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne & Perth. With a global network of over 80 countries, Cargoconnect can assist with consignments of all types and sizes, offering customised air freight, sea freight & road freight solutions to best suit their clients' requirements. Get in touch with Cargoconnect today to ... read Cargoconnect reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2014
    Brisbane, Australia
  • SAG logistic is one of the reliable shipping company in UAE. We at SAG logistic are best custom clearance agent in Dubai, providing a wide variety of services to help the customers in import and export customs clearances. We are international relocation moving company in Dubai and have a qualified team of professionals who ensure ... read Sag Logistic reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2000
    Dubai, UAE
  • Messiah Freight is a shipping and logistics company which is moving your desires across the boarder and helping your trade business grow faster by providing quick services of shipping and logistics all around the globe

    NA
    2 - 9
    2018
    Hendon, United Kingdom
  • Transys Global Forwarding is a boutique digital freight and supply chain solutions company enabling fulfillment services and solutions to some of India’s most admired brands. A 100 plus strong contingent of professional workforce services all major airports, seaports, and hinterland locations across the country. Bridging the trusted conventional forwarder with a digital toolkit to enable ... read Transys Global Forwarding Private Limited reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Bengaluru, India
  • Team Freight and Logistics (TFL) is a representative logistics operator providing full range of service in the sphere of customs cargo and transportation worldwide.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2019
    Surulere, Nigeria
  • Paccurate is a real-time packing decision-maker, focused on minimizing every conceivable cost associated with packing—from labor to materials to obscure incentives in negotiated rate tables, it considers every angle to determine the most cost-efficient way of packing every order. The Paccurate API is flexible and fast, and can be used tactically (and unobtrusively) throughout your ... read Paccurate reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2009
  • Our experience with a large number of products and industries make us your best ally in imports. We are the only customs agents focused on optimizing times and reducing your costs. Agencia Aduanal en México – Importación, Despacho Aduanero & Comercializadora

    NA
    2 - 9
    Guadalajara, Mexico

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Industry Leaders
Top-right · Both axes ≥ 50
1FIRMS

Strong on both Core Competencies and 360-Performance. These firms have proven track records, deep specialisation, and solid client outcomes. Default recommendation for most buyers.

Top 5 by composite score

1Vserve Ebusiness Solutions63 / 58
Industry Contenders
Top-left · Y ≥ 50, X < 50
1FIRMS

Strong execution but broader service mix. High-quality generalists - good fit if your project crosses multiple disciplines in one engagement.

Top 5 by composite score

1AMZ Prep40 / 65
The Industry Leaders in detail

The 1 highest-scoring firms in the Industry Leaders quadrant. Each has both Core Competencies and 360-Performance ≥ 50. Click any card for the full profile.

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
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Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
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Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
4
Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
5
Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

Where the firms are.

Bubble size shows how many firms each country has; colour shows its average hourly rate. Tap any country for its firm count, average rate, rating, and Value Score.

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Average hourly rates by region.

Where you hire affects what you pay by up to 3×. Comparable quality is available across regions - the rate gap between the priciest and cheapest is the single biggest lever on a project budget.

Average hourly rate · USD

SGAsia Pacific$44/hr$44
INSouth Asia$40/hr$40
GBWestern Europe$38/hr$38
UAEastern Europe$36/hr$36
USNorth America$34/hr$34
MXLATAM$33/hr$33
ZAAfrica$31/hr$31
AUOceania$30/hr$30

What the gap actually buys you

The rate gap between the highest- and lowest-cost regions is largely a cost-of-living and labor-market gap - not a quality gap. Top-tier firms in lower-cost regions routinely deliver work competitive with premium markets at a fraction of the cost.

That said, time-zone overlap, language alignment, and IP protection vary by region. Eastern Europe and LATAM hit a sweet spot: meaningful cost savings with same-day overlap for US/EU clients.

~70%

Typical cost savings when moving a $100K/year dev contract from a premium market to a top value destination - comparable skill, comparable delivery quality.

All countries ranked by Value Score.

Every country with 100+ vetted firms in this category, ranked by Value Score.

CountryFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
INIndia102$39/hr4.269View firms
USUnited States370$32/hr3.663View firms
INIndia
102 firms$39/hr4.2
Value Score69 / 100
USUnited States
370 firms$32/hr3.6
Value Score63 / 100

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If you're in US (PT/ET)Recommended

Look for nearshore LATAM partners - same-day collaboration, similar time zones, and 50-60% cost savings vs domestic.

MXMexico~7h overlap
ARArgentina~6h overlap
BRBrazil~5h overlap
CACanada~8h overlap
If you're in Europe (CET/GMT)Recommended

Eastern Europe is your sweet spot - 1-2h time zone shift, EU GDPR alignment, and 40-50% lower rates than Western Europe.

PLPoland~8h overlap
UAUkraine~7h overlap
RORomania~7h overlap
ZASouth Africa~8h overlap

How firms are placed on the matrix

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
2
Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
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Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
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Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
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Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

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Countries with the best Value Score for supply chain & logistics hiring.

Ranked by a composite score blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and median hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this list surfaces actually affordable destinations rather than just-big markets.

Budget leader
United States · $0-24/hr

170 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 3.0 ★. Top picks: AMZ Prep, FREIGHT R US, International 3PL.

Mid-tier leader
United States · $50-99/hr

11 firms in this tier - more than any other country. Top picks: Speed Global Services, Future Forwarding, Farnell Freight Forwarders.

Top tier leader
China · $150+/hr

4 firms in this tier - more than any other country. Top picks: CTS International Logistic, Sino Shipping, DocShipper.

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Best Value marks the densest, highest-rated, most-affordable cell per row

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Every cell in the grid above is the count of firms in (place × hourly-rate tier). Firms are placed by their published hourly rate; those without a disclosed rate are not plotted.

Top company names per cell are surfaced by Value Score - a weighted blend of affordability (50%) + rating (35%) + review volume (15%).

The "Best" ribbon marks the cell in each row where firm density, ratings, and affordability line up best - the densest, highest-quality combination.

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Value Score · per firm
ValueScore = 0.50 × Affordability
+ 0.35 × Rating
+ 0.15 × Review Volume
// All sub-scores normalized 0-100
// Affordability = (1 - rate/$200) × 100
// Rating = (rating - 3) / 2 × 100
// Volume = log10(reviews+1)/log10(200) × 100

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