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International Freight Forwarding
ATTHOS COMEX International Freight connects strategic maritime and air trade lanes to move cargo worldwide with security, punctuality, and competitive tariffs. We handle Full Container Loads (FCL), Less than Container Loads (LCL), priority air freight, and project cargo.
Active Operation • Regulatory Rigor
What is International Freight Forwarding?
The coordination and management of cross-border cargo transportation via ocean, air, or international road freight, including space booking and bill of lading issuance.
How ATTHOS COMEX Operates
ATTHOS COMEX tailors the optimal combination of modal, entry port, and carrier based on urgency, cargo specs, and client budget, aligning transit with customs clearance.
🎯Who is this solution for?
- ✓Companies importing materials and equipment from Asia, Europe, and the Americas
- ✓Brazilian exporters seeking competitive ocean and air freight rates
- ✓Businesses with smaller shipments requiring LCL consolidation
- ✓Urgent supply chain operations requiring fast international air freight
🛡️What challenges do we eliminate?
- ✕Vessel space shortages and unexpected shipping line surcharges
- ✕Excessive transit times due to poorly chosen transshipment routes
- ✕Lack of visibility and real-time tracking during transit
- ✕Discrepancies between negotiated Incoterms and freight liability
Proven Methodology
How we execute this operation step by step
A rigorous workflow ensuring predictability, punctuality, and regulatory compliance.
01
Quotation & Planning
Route evaluation, weight/volume analysis, and schedule requirements.
02
Booking Confirmation
Securing container space with ocean carriers or airlines.
03
Loading & Document Release
Supervising gate-in and issuing B/L or AWB draft approvals.
04
In-Transit Tracking
Active transit monitoring and pre-customs coordination.
Competitive Advantages
Strategic benefits for your enterprise
Competitive Rates
Strong leverage on key trade lanes across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Optimized Routing
Direct route selection to shorten international transit times.
Full Visibility
Proactive milestone tracking from origin departure to final destination.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about International Freight Forwarding
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL provides an exclusive container for your cargo. LCL consolidates multiple shippers' goods in one container, ideal for smaller volumes.
When should air freight be chosen over ocean freight?
Air freight is best suited for urgent industrial replacement parts, high-value electronics, medical goods, and time-critical samples.
Does international freight cover destination port handling?
Terminal handling charges (THC) and destination fees depend on the chosen Incoterm and are itemized transparently.
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Our senior trade advisors are ready to understand your goals and engineer the optimal logistics and tax structure.
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