Export, logistics and custom policy - Logistics at the tactical level - Intermediaries

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Name three important actors in the field of physical distribution

  1. Shipping agent
  2. Ship broker
  3. Integrator

What is a shipping agent?

A shipping agent is someone who is commissioned by the shipper (exporter) to arrange the transport of the goods. He does not do the shipping himself but on behalf of the shipper, arranges all matter connected with (international) transport). In addition, may shipping agents provide groupage (consolidation) services.

What is a ship broker?

A ship broker acts as the representative of the ship owner. He 'freights' the ship for the ship owner and in that capacity he makes a transport agreement with shippers or their representatives and, in some cases, collects the freight charges.
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What is a surveyor?

For export to some (developing) countries it is necessary for an inspection to be carried out prior to the goods being shipped, the so-called pre-shipment inspection. This inspection is carried out by a surveyor, who has been appointed by the authorities of the importing country.

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