A freight forwarder is a company that arranges for the transportation of goods from one place to another. Import freight forwarders specialize in arranging the import of goods into a country, while export freight forwarders specialize in arranging the export of goods from a country. They handle all the logistics of the shipment, including customs clearance, arranging for transportation, and making sure that the goods are delivered to the correct location on time. "Leading" import and export freight forwarders refer to those that are well-established, reputable, and have a proven track record of successfully handling freight for a large number of clients.