Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL)
Full-container and shared-container shipping through major US and international ports, with space protection on the Asia–US, Europe–US, and Latin America lanes.
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US-Based Freight Forwarding
Your True North
in Global Shipping
We move containers, pallets, and project cargo across borders — ocean, air, and ground — with clear pricing, proactive updates, and one team that answers for the whole journey.
- Years in Business
- 3+
- Satisfied Clients
- 190+
- Containers Shipped
- 3,000+
- Countries Served
- 40+
Guiding cargo since 2023
- 3,000+Containers Shipped
- 190+Satisfied Clients
About Us
A US Freight Partner
Built for Clarity
North Star Trade Group is a US-based freight forwarding and trade logistics company founded in 2023. We help importers and exporters move cargo through major American gateways — Los Angeles/Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Houston, Miami, and Savannah — and across the Asia–US, Europe–US, and Latin America–US trade lanes.
Freight moves through many hands; accountability shouldn't. From the first quote to final delivery, one coordinator owns your shipment, keeps your documents in order, and tells you what happens next — before you have to ask.
- Licensed carrier and customs-broker network across US ports
- Door-to-door coverage in 40+ countries
- Proactive milestone updates on every shipment
- Quotes answered within one business day
One Point of Contact
A named coordinator follows your cargo end to end — no call centers, no hand-offs.
Compliance First
Documentation, HTS classification support, and customs coordination done right the first time.
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We reply within one business day.
What We Do
Freight Services That
Cover the Whole Journey
Six core services, one accountable team. Combine them into a door-to-door plan or use exactly the piece you need.
Air Freight
Time-critical and high-value cargo on scheduled and expedited services, airport-to-airport or door-to-door, with real-time milestone tracking.
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Ground Transportation & Drayage
Port-to-door trucking, container drayage, and intermodal moves across the continental US through a vetted carrier network.
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Customs Brokerage Coordination
Entry documentation, HTS classification support, duties guidance, and ISF filings coordinated with licensed customs brokers to keep cargo compliant and moving.
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Warehousing & Distribution
Short- and long-term storage, cross-docking, consolidation, and final-mile distribution near key US ports and inland hubs.
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Trade & Sourcing Support
Supplier coordination, cargo insurance placement, and door-to-door project management for businesses building or scaling import programs.
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US Gateway Coverage
Positioned at the Ports
Your Cargo Moves Through
We operate through the gateways that carry most of America's trade — Los Angeles/Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Houston, Miami, and Savannah — and connect them to inland hubs by rail and road. Wherever your cargo lands, it is met, cleared, and moving.
25+
US Ports & Airports Served
40+
Countries Covered
3+
Years of Experience
3,000+ containers shipped
4.9 rating · 190+ clients
Why Choose Us
Fewer Surprises.
Faster Answers.
Freight forwarding is a service business — so we built ours around the things shippers actually complain about: silence, hidden fees, and nobody owning the problem.
- Transparent, all-in quotes — no surprise accessorials
- Real-time shipment updates at every milestone
Single Point of Contact
One named coordinator from quote to delivery.
Transparent Pricing
All-in quotes with every charge itemized up front.
Real-Time Updates
Milestone alerts and 24/7 shipment monitoring.
Customs Expertise
Compliance guidance that keeps entries clean.
Cargo Insurance Options
All-risk coverage arranged per shipment.
Quotes Within 24 Hours
Complete, bookable quotes within one business day.
Our Track Record
Measured on the
Metrics That Matter
to Shippers
Anyone can promise reliability. We track it, shipment by shipment, and hold ourselves to the numbers below across every lane we serve.
- On-Time Delivery98%
- Client Retention94%
- Damage-Free Shipments99.5%
Since 2023
US-based, worldwide reach
How It Works
From Quote to Delivery
in Four Clear Steps
- 1
Request a Quote
Tell us origin, destination, and cargo. You get an all-in, bookable quote within 24 hours.
- 2
Plan & Book
We lock in carriers, routing, and pickup dates, and prepare every document your shipment needs.
- 3
Ship & Track
Your cargo moves with milestone updates at every hand-off — and a coordinator watching 24/7.
- 4
Clear & Deliver
Customs entries are coordinated ahead of arrival, and final delivery is confirmed to your door.
Industries We Serve
Freight Programs for Every Kind of Cargo
- Retail & E-commerce
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Food & Beverage
- Construction Materials
- Electronics
- Medical Supplies
- Agriculture
Client Stories
What Shippers Say About Working With Us
“We moved our peak-season imports from a big-box forwarder to North Star and cut our quote turnaround from four days to one. Same coordinator every time, and the pricing is exactly what lands on the invoice.”
Melissa Grant
Supply Chain Director · Home goods importer, Ohio
FAQ
Freight Questions,
Answered Directly
Typical port-to-port transit times are 14–35 days depending on the lane: Asia to the US West Coast usually runs 14–20 days, Asia to the East Coast 28–35 days, and Europe to the East Coast 10–15 days. Door-to-door timelines add drayage and customs clearance — we include the full estimate in every quote.
FCL (Full Container Load) gives you a sealed container exclusively for your cargo; LCL (Less than Container Load) shares container space with other shippers. FCL is usually faster and more cost-effective above roughly 13–15 cubic meters, while LCL lets smaller shipments move without paying for a full box. We price both so you can compare.
Most imports need a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or air waybill, and an Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean cargo, plus any product-specific permits. We review your paperwork before departure and coordinate the customs entry with licensed brokers so nothing is missing at arrival.
Yes. We arrange all-risk cargo insurance per shipment, typically priced as a small percentage of the insured value. Carrier liability alone is limited and rarely covers the real value of goods, so we recommend insurance for any shipment you couldn't comfortably absorb losing.
Quotes are free. Send origin, destination, cargo details, and timing through the form below or to info@northstartradegroup.com, and you'll receive an all-in quote within 24 business hours — ocean or air freight, plus drayage, customs coordination, and insurance if you need them.
Every shipment gets milestone updates — booking confirmed, cargo picked up, departed, arrived, cleared, delivered — sent to you as they happen, and our team monitors moves around the clock. You always have a named coordinator to call for anything in between.
No. We handle everything from a single LCL pallet to multi-container programs. Small shipments simply ride consolidated services, so you only pay for the space you use.
We serve 40+ countries, with daily activity on the Asia–US, Europe–US, and Latin America–US lanes through gateways like Los Angeles/Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Houston, Miami, and Savannah. If your lane isn't listed, ask — our partner network reaches most major markets worldwide.
Contact Us
Tell Us About
Your Next Shipment
Share the basics and a freight coordinator will come back with an all-in quote and a recommended routing — usually within one business day.
Email us directly
info@northstartradegroup.com- All-in quote within 24 business hours
- No minimum shipment size or volume commitment
- Your details stay private — we never share them
The Fastest & Safest Way
to Move Your Cargo
Get an all-in quote from a US-based team that answers for the whole journey.
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