Arrangement of Transportation of Freight & Cargo

The “Arrangement of Transportation of Freight & Cargo” industry, classified under SIC 4731, covers intermediaries that coordinate the movement of goods by truck, rail, air, and ocean, including freight brokers, freight forwarders, non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs), and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Core services include carrier sourcing and rate negotiation, multimodal routing, customs and documentation handling, cargo insurance coordination, and real-time shipment visibility. Typical customers range from small e‑commerce sellers and mid-market manufacturers to global retailers and industrial shippers seeking flexible, asset-light logistics solutions. Key risks center on carrier performance, capacity shortages, fuel and rate volatility, trade and sanctions rules, cybersecurity, and compliance with transportation safety, customs, and data privacy regulations. In 2024–2025 the sector is shaped by nearshoring, tighter emissions and ESG expectations, digital freight platforms, AI-driven routing, and advanced tracking and analytics to manage supply chain disruptions. For up-to-date company strategies and risk disclosures, view live SEC filings on Earnings Feed.

Source: Earnings Feed research · last fetched 11/23/2025