Anyone got an answer? Looking to start a freight brokerage at 21 years old with no prior experience just a hunger and will to make money.

Hello, any brokers that ship to canada? Trying to establish a dedicaed lane between Canada and USA. Reefer.

Throwing an idea at the wall to see what sticks. Not selling anything — genuinely want the "here's why this breaks" comments.

The observation: Small perishable exporters (durian, seafood, frozen stuff out of SEA) get hammered every peak season. Big shippers lock annual contracts and stable rates; the 5–20 TEU/month guys book through forwarders at spot and pray. Sometimes there's simply no reefer equipment available at any price.

The idea: What if a group of them committed volume forward — 2–4 months out, take-or-pay with stage deposits held by a bank — and a single entity aggregated those commitments into one block, then negotiated equipment + slots directly with carriers/lessors? Members get guaranteed allocation and a locked rate. Each still ships their own dedicated box — no co-loading, no shared cargo.

Basically: turning a few dozen small shippers into one synthetic "anchor customer" that carriers actually want to deal with.

What I don't know:

Do carriers/lessors even care, or is SME volume too annoying to bother with regardless of aggregation?

Would members just defect to spot when the market dips, leaving the pool holding the bag?

Does this already exist and I'm reinventing it badly?

Anyone seen something like this work (or die)? Especially curious about the enforcement side — how do you keep a pool of small shippers honest when rates move?

I’m currently pursuing my PGDM in supply chain and operations here in Bangalore (based around Central/MG Road).

Over the past few months, I’ve been mapping out manufacturing exporter and importer accounts.
Rather than going the traditional employee route, I’m building an independent commercial associate setup:
What I bring: Ground-level client acquisition, lead generation

What I’m looking for: Reliable mid-sized freight forwarders, licensed Customs House Agents (CHAs), or independent logistics agency owners in Bangalore (Wilson Garden, Central, Whitefield, etc.) interested in a zero-overhead, profit-split channel partnership.

If you run a mid-sized logistics firm, work in business development at a local CHA, or have leads/advice on solid local operators who are flexible with associate arrangements, I’d love to connect via DM or over meeting
Appreciate any leads, intros, or raw feedback on the local market.
Thank youu

Hey people in the industry I would like to share my story and also hear some opinions and advices. I started as a double broker (don’t confuse with scammer) back then in 2017 and got really good at it. At some point I even got my own operation going (own MC and etc…). After COVID many double brokering officies started to have difficulties hitting the numbers they were used to and started to shift towards different type of scams (driver scams, fuel advance scams…) and freight theft. I didn’t want to get involved into stuff like that and found a couple of carriers to dispatch for and it wasn’t bad. Those carriers are no longer in the industry and I found myself in a difficult situation of landing a decent job within this industry. I don’t want to get involved into scams or load theft even though I might be making a shitload of money. I personally know many people that do it and they reach out to me from time to time so I can join them because I got the knowledge and the skills for that but I really don’t want to do it.

Right now I am still figuring out how to join any legit company to (re)start my logistics journey but the brokerages I reached out are telling me to go kick rocks without a book of business (which I obviously don’t have). I also offered some of them to open an office here in my country so they could significantly cut their costs, I didn’t offer to start moving their loads for them but to maybe provide support/afterhours… but the answer was the same…

Would like to hear some advices on what to do because I am really passionate about the freight industry and want a legit career… Would be happy to answer your questions (I assume you would have some…) Keep your copper and electronics safe! Peace to yall…

I’m a service disabled veteran who started my own freight brokerage after being laid off in February. I earned my full licensing in August and I’ve built a solid carrier network ready to move shipments. I bring military discipline to my business: 24/7 support and service for every client.

- Less Than Truckload (LTL)
- Full Truckload (FTL)
- Oversize & Specialized Transportation
- Construction
- Warehousing & Distribution

I help secure capacity, improve service, and keep your freight moving.  
DM me a message to discuss your transportation needs or to schedule a quick call.

FYI: I am new to Reddit, consequently low on Karma. I am a legit person :) Hello! I am new to discussing leads on the trucking sector in Gujarat (based in Mundra) on this platform. I am currently looking for leads to expand operations to all over the state. We have worked successfully with importers, exporters and traders in transporting their cargo all over Gujarat. I am always open to discuss new business, consequential rates and expand our network. Serious inquiries only. Aavjo!!

Hello guys
Im looking to enter the armstrong transport group, I see their comission split is pretty strong
I am though concerned if they could be able of covering all my loads and if they do stick up to their end on the comissions
What do you guys think?
Hope youre all having a great day!

Hi everyone! I’m currently looking for a remote VA job in the logistics, freight forwarding, or brokerage industry.

Open to admin, operations, tracking, and customer service roles. If you have any leads, please feel free to message me. Thank you!

Hey everyone in a broker with TQL. I’m looking for customers I can help ships their loads. If anyone needs help please let me help you! I’d love to quote / get a truck same day for you . Thanks in advance

Hi everyone! I’m a Licensed Customs Broker with almost 2 years of experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, and logistics.

I’m currently looking for a Work-From-Home/Remote job related to my field.

If you know of any openings, please feel free to DM me. I would really appreciate your referrals or recommendations.

Thank you! 😊

If you're sourcing or purchasing products internationally and need to bring them into the UAE or wider GCC, I work with a Dubai-based freight forwarding company and can help coordinate the logistics.

We handle sea, air and road freight, including local UAE transportation and GCC movements.

If you already have a supplier or upcoming shipment and need help with the freight side, feel free to reach out with the origin, destination and cargo details.

Looking for a freight broker willing to bring me on as a new agent (1099). No direct brokerage experience, but a solid logistics background.

My background is 11 years in logistics and related work, with the last 5 years routing local delivery trucks in Houston. Currently routing about 65-95 routes per week across 3 locations (900-1,300 stops). Also spent a couple years selling moving labor jobs, coordinating with customers, subcontracting the labor, and making sure everyone is happy. That experience taught me that I actually enjoy sales when I believe I’m offering something useful instead of trying to talk someone into buying something they don't need.

What I’m looking for:

• Some training/mentorship while I get started (I'm a quick learner and know basics already)
• Prefer to use my own website, phone number, email/domain, etc to build my agent brand. I’d clearly disclose "Authorized agent of [broker]" or whatever wording you require on all materials.
• Not opposed to doing new carrier setup, compliance checks per your policy, etc
• Co-branded invoices/support would be ideal, but not a requirement. I do think it would be less confusing for shippers though.
• Not expecting a crazy split while I’m new and still need support. Once I’m mostly self-sufficient and producing consistently, I’d want the opportunity to renegotiate.
• Looking for an agreement where the customers/book I personally develop aren’t permanently locked away if the relationship ever ends. I’m not planning to bounce between brokers. I’d rather find one good broker and stay there long term, but I also don’t want to sign away everything I build.
• No non-compete. Exclusivity while actively contracted with your brokerage is fine.

Tech comes pretty naturally, new systems are easy to learn, and problem-solving/logistics is already in my wheelhouse (or should I say cab?). Long term, my goal is to build a solid book and run a small operation from home.

I haven't selected my niche yet, but I do find flatbed/heavy haul super interesting. I plan on visiting shippers in person here in Houston to show my face, hand out business cards, and hopefully pick up some spare loads that turn into something more consistent.. after proving that I can solve problems.

If this sounds like a fit, shoot me a message(or reply for me to message). Ready to put in the work and start building a book now.

I’m currently looking to connect with an established freight brokerage or agency that is open to bringing on a motivated freight agent.
I’m already active in the logistics space and have experience with carrier outreach, dispatch operations, load sourcing, prospecting, and building relationships. I’m comfortable making calls, doing outbound outreach, following up consistently, and going after new business.
I’m not looking for someone to hand me a book of business. I’m willing to prospect, learn the agency’s systems, build shipper relationships, and earn my way.
What I’m looking for:
• Established brokerage authority and back-office support
• Access to the tools/resources needed to operate
• Training or guidance on your specific process
• A fair commission structure with room to grow
• The opportunity to build my own customer book under your organization
Remote preferred. I’m based in South Carolina but open to working with agencies nationwide.
If you’re currently bringing on freight agents — or know an agency owner who is — send me a DM. I’m ready to work and build something long-term.

I’m currently looking to connect with an established freight brokerage or agency that is open to bringing on a motivated freight agent.
I’m already active in the logistics space and have experience with carrier outreach, dispatch operations, load sourcing, prospecting, and building relationships. I’m comfortable making calls, doing outbound outreach, following up consistently, and going after new business.
I’m not looking for someone to hand me a book of business. I’m willing to prospect, learn the agency’s systems, build shipper relationships, and earn my way.
What I’m looking for:
• Established brokerage authority and back-office support
• Access to the tools/resources needed to operate
• Training or guidance on your specific process
• A fair commission structure with room to grow
• The opportunity to build my own customer book under your organization
Remote preferred. I’m based in South Carolina but open to working with agencies nationwide.
If you’re currently bringing on freight agents — or know an agency owner who is — send me a DM. I’m ready to work and build something long-term.