Freight Forwarding in Americas
Three sub-continents, dozens of customs agencies, and trade agreements that change at every border. Cargo held at CBP, phytosanitary certificates rejected in Santos, free trade zones across the Caribbean with different rules for each island. Our partner network operates from the US and manages every corridor from Alaska to Patagonia before complexity becomes a problem.
Your US-based logistics partner for the entire Western Hemisphere
The Americas represent the world's largest consumer market, its most productive agricultural belt, and its fastest-growing trade corridors. But logistics across three sub-continents means navigating multiple regulatory systems simultaneously. CBP holds in the US, Mercosur in South America, CAFTA-DR in Central America, and Jones Act restrictions in the Caribbean — each with its own complexity. We respond in your timezone, coordinate directly with customs brokers, and resolve holds while others are still sleeping.
Select your destination market
Each country page has its own customs profile, port mix, transit matrix, and partner network details.
Brazil
26th largest economy globally
United States
World's largest economy
Canada
10th largest economy
Mexico
15th largest economy
Argentina
2nd largest in South America
Chile
Most developed South American economy
Colombia
Largest Andean economy
Peru
3rd largest South American economy
Critical corridors: intra-Americas and USA cross-border
USA ↔ Mexico (Land)
Transit: 1–3 days
Corridors: Laredo, El Paso, San Diego, Nogales
USMCA-certified automotive, electronics, machinery. Cross-border drayage expertise and real-time CBP tracking.
USA → South America
Transit: 12–20 days
Destinations: Santos (Brazil), Buenos Aires, Callao, Buenaventura
Machinery, equipment, technology, FMCG. Mercosur and preferential agreement expertise.
Brazil → USA
Transit: 12–20 days
Origins: Santos, Paranagua → Houston, Miami, Savannah
Coffee, soybeans, meat, orange juice, sugar. FDA, USDA, and phytosanitary compliance.
Intra-Americas Trade
Transit: 3–14 days
Corridors: Brazil-Argentina, Chile-Peru, Mexico-Central America
Regional distribution and Mercosur/CAN consolidation. Customs expertise in every jurisdiction.
Top corridors into Americas
Our most-shipped lanes into the region. Each card opens the full corridor page with port-by-port data and customs notes.
North America — The world's largest consumer market
United States
Ports: Miami, Houston, Los Angeles/Long Beach, Newark/NY, Savannah, Charleston, Seattle
Airports: MIA Miami, JFK New York, LAX Los Angeles, ORD Chicago, ATL Atlanta
Key Products: Electronics, automotive, machinery, food products, energy
Customs: CBP, FDA, USDA, FCC, DOT — full compliance managed via our US partner network
Canada
Ports: Vancouver, Montreal, Toronto
Airports: YYZ Toronto, YVR Vancouver, YUL Montreal
Key Products: Natural resources, automotive, technology, agriculture, energy
Customs: CBSA, USMCA rules of origin, CFIA for food products, Health Canada
Mexico
Ports: Manzanillo, Veracruz, Laredo (land border)
Airports: MEX Mexico City, GDL Guadalajara, MTY Monterrey
Key Products: Automotive, electronics, agriculture, aerospace, textiles
Customs: SAT, USMCA compliance, COFEPRIS (food/health), cross-border drayage via Laredo
South America — Agriculture, mining, and manufacturing powerhouse
Brazil
Ports: Santos, Paranagua, Rio Grande, Itajai, Rio de Janeiro
Airports: GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos, VCP Campinas Viracopos, GIG Rio de Janeiro
Key Exports: Soybeans, coffee, orange juice, meat, auto parts, steel, footwear
Customs: Receita Federal, ANVISA (health), MAPA (agriculture), IBAMA (environmental)
Argentina
Ports: Buenos Aires, Rosario, Bahia Blanca
Airports: EZE Buenos Aires Ezeiza
Key Exports: Grains, meat, wine, automotive, lithium
Customs: AFIP/Aduana, currency controls, import licenses, Mercosur
Chile
Ports: Valparaiso, San Antonio, Iquique
Airports: SCL Santiago
Key Exports: Copper, fruits, wine, salmon, lithium
Customs: Aduanas Chile, SAG (phytosanitary), extensive free trade agreements
Colombia
Ports: Buenaventura, Cartagena, Barranquilla
Airports: BOG Bogota El Dorado
Key Exports: Coffee, flowers, petroleum, textiles, fruits
Customs: DIAN, INVIMA (health/food), ICA (phytosanitary), free trade zones
Peru
Ports: Callao, Paita
Airports: LIM Lima Jorge Chavez
Key Exports: Minerals, avocado, asparagus, grapes, quinoa, textiles
Customs: SUNAT, SENASA (phytosanitary), certificates of origin
Ecuador, Uruguay & Paraguay
Ports: Guayaquil (EC), Montevideo (UY), Asuncion via Paranagua (PY)
Key Exports: Bananas, shrimp, cacao (EC), meat, wool (UY), soybeans, meat (PY)
Customs: Mercosur/CAN regulations, phytosanitary certificates, origin documentation
Industries that drive the Americas
Agriculture & Food
Brazil coffee, Argentine beef, Chilean wine, Peruvian avocado. Phytosanitary compliance at every stage.
View industryAutomotive
Mexico and Canada: USMCA-certified automotive parts and finished vehicles. RoRo and JIT logistics.
View industryTechnology & Electronics
Mexico as manufacturing hub. From semiconductors to appliances. Export controls and tariff optimization.
View industryFashion & Textiles
Colombia, Peru, and Mexico as textile and apparel hubs. CAFTA-DR and preferential agreement benefits.
View industryEnergy & Mining
Brazil, Chile, Colombia: oil, gas, lithium, minerals. Project cargo for extraction and infrastructure.
View industryFMCG & Consumer Goods
E-commerce and retail distribution across the Americas. Regional consolidation and last-mile delivery.
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Complete logistics solutions for the Americas
Ocean Freight
FCL and LCL to all major Americas ports — from Miami to Santos to Callao.
View serviceGround & Drayage
FTL/LTL and cross-border drayage via Laredo, El Paso, and all major US-Mexico gateways.
View serviceAir Freight
Express and consolidated via Miami, Houston, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, and all major Americas hubs.
View serviceCustoms Brokerage
CBP, SAT, Mercosur, CAFTA-DR, USMCA — comprehensive customs compliance across the region.
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Frequently asked questions about shipping to Americas
How long does ocean freight take within the Americas?
Transit depends on the lane. US East Coast to Santos, Brazil runs about 12–18 days. US to Mexico by ground takes 2–7 days. Intra-Latin American ocean legs range 7–20 days. Air freight across the region takes 1–4 days. We confirm exact transit for your route when you request a quote.
Which are the main ports and gateways in the Americas?
Key ocean gateways include Santos, Cartagena, and Manzanillo, plus the US ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Houston, and Miami. Miami is a major hub for Latin American trade. Your routing depends on origin, destination, and cargo type.
Can you handle customs clearance across the Americas?
Yes. We coordinate clearance through licensed customs broker partners in each country. Requirements differ by market — Brazil's process is detailed, while USMCA simplifies US, Mexico, and Canada flows. We guide you on the documents your shipment needs.
Do you ship both LCL and FCL in the region?
Yes. We arrange full-container (FCL) and less-than-container (LCL) ocean freight, plus air and ground options. LCL suits smaller volumes; FCL is usually more cost-effective above roughly 10–15 CBM. We help you pick the right mode for your volume.
Which industries do you serve in the Americas?
We support coffee and food exporters, automotive and auto-parts supply chains, e-commerce and retail, machinery, and construction materials. Our partner network covers the trade lanes these sectors rely on across North, Central, and South America.
How do I get a quote for an Americas shipment?
Share your origin, destination, cargo details, and timeline through our quote form. We reply with options and pricing, typically within a few business hours. There is no obligation to book.
Need Americas logistics with full trade agreement expertise?
Talk to our team. Custom quote for your USMCA, Mercosur, and pan-American routes