{"id":7247,"date":"2026-07-23T05:13:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T22:13:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-quy-trinh-va-vai-tro-trong-logistics\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T05:13:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T22:13:09","slug":"what-is-freight-forwarding-process-and-role-in-logistics-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/en\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-quy-trinh-va-vai-tro-trong-logistics\/","title":{"rendered":"What is freight forwarding? Process and role in logistics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When a container of fruit is held up by documentation at Cat Lai Port, the question of what freight forwarding is is no longer theoretical. It determines who books the vessel, who handles customs clearance, who bears delay charges, and who protects the cargo temperature.<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, this pressure is greater. The Ministry of Industry and Trade recorded that in the first five months of 2026, total import-export turnover reached USD 445.12 billion, up 25% compared to the same period. Agricultural, forestry, and fishery exports reached USD 30.69 billion, up 9.2%. For seafood, VASEP stated that 2026 is a pivotal year for transparency, traceability, and added value.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, ocean freight rates remain highly volatile. The Drewry WCI index on 16\/07\/2026 fell 2% to USD 4,547 per 40-foot container. The intra-Asia index fell to USD 978 per 40-foot container. This data reminds shippers that freight forwarding is not just about delivering goods. It is a commercial risk control system.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding in import-export operations?<\/h2>\n<p>Freight forwarding is the process of organizing, coordinating, and monitoring the flow of goods from the point of origin to the destination. In import-export activities, a freight forwarder does not necessarily own ships, aircraft, or trucks. The main role is to connect shippers with carriers, warehouses, ports, customs, quarantine authorities, and buyers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-trong-hoat-dong-xuat-nhap-khau-1784757860264_no_wm.png\" alt=\"what-is-freight-forwarding\" title=\"What is freight forwarding in import-export operations?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is freight forwarding in import-export operations?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding and how is it different from transportation?<\/h3>\n<p>Freight forwarding is the management of the entire cargo journey. Transportation is only one link that moves goods by sea, air, road, or rail. Therefore, a shipment of mangoes to Shanghai may require refrigerated transport, but it still needs freight forwarding to control documentation, schedule bookings, declarations, and handover.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Receive the shipment request, determine the cargo type, route, delivery time, and applicable trade terms.<\/li>\n<li>Advise on full container load\/less than container load (FCL\/LCL) solutions based on volume, vessel schedules, and risk level.<\/li>\n<li>Book space with the shipping line, airline, or transport agent that matches the delivery deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Coordinate trucking, stuffing warehouses, container sealing, and port gate-in schedules.<\/li>\n<li>Check the document set including the invoice, packing list, C\/O, bill of lading, and specialized permits.<\/li>\n<li>Monitor customs declarations, inspections, quarantine procedures, and report any issues to the shipper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Criteria<\/th>\n<th>Freight forwarding<\/th>\n<th>Cargo transportation<\/th>\n<th>Risk if misunderstood<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Scope<\/td>\n<td>From documentation to handover<\/td>\n<td>Cargo movement<\/td>\n<td>Overlooked responsibilities<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Coordinating parties<\/td>\n<td>Multiple parties in the supply chain<\/td>\n<td>A single transport provider<\/td>\n<td>Delayed incident handling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Documentation<\/td>\n<td>Verification and document processing<\/td>\n<td>Only issues transport documents<\/td>\n<td>Incorrect document set<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Value<\/td>\n<td>Control of time, cost, and compliance<\/td>\n<td>Deliver goods to the destination<\/td>\n<td>High additional costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>For example, Mekong Green Company in Tien Giang exports 18 tons of dragon fruit to Shanghai through Cat Lai Port. By clearly separating freight forwarding and transportation, the company booked refrigerated trucks 36 hours in advance, reducing loading wait time by 9 hours. HNT LOGISTICS recommends that cold-chain shippers always lock warehouse schedules, truck schedules, and vessel schedules into the same checklist.<\/p>\n<p>Another example: An Phat Mechanical Company in Binh Duong exported components to Long Beach. Because it misunderstood freight forwarding as simply hiring a truck, the company failed to include the packing list. The shipment was delayed by one day. The practical lesson is to verify all documents before the container enters the port.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> Don't ask \u201cwho transports the cargo?\u201d. Ask \u201cwho is responsible for coordinating the entire chain from documentation to delivery?\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding in a step-by-step process?<\/h2>\n<p>A standard freight forwarding process must turn a shipment into a controlled workflow. Beginners usually see trucks, ports, and ships. Professionals see the cargo cutoff, customs declaration, sealing, bill of lading, container storage fees, and handover responsibilities. That is the difference between merely getting the job done and doing it safely.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-trong-quy-trinh-tung-buoc-1784757988195_no_wm.png\" alt=\"What is freight forwarding in a step-by-step process?\" title=\"What is freight forwarding in a step-by-step process?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is freight forwarding in a step-by-step process?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps in the freight forwarding process from order receipt to handover<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Receive cargo information, FOB, CIF, or DDP terms, and the buyer's delivery requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Check the HS Code, product policy, permits, and quarantine requirements if applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Provide the routing plan, container type, vessel schedule, transit time, and estimated surcharges.<\/li>\n<li>Book transportation, confirm the empty container pickup deadline, cargo cutoff, and container yard drop-off time.<\/li>\n<li>Coordinate cargo loading, weighing, sealing, take site photos, and prepare the necessary reports.<\/li>\n<li>Submit the electronic customs declaration, handle customs channels, pay taxes, and complete customs inspection or specialized quarantine.<\/li>\n<li>Receive the bill of lading, send the document set to the buyer, and track the shipment to the destination port.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Step<\/th>\n<th>Task<\/th>\n<th>Primary person in charge<\/th>\n<th>Control point<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>Receive request<\/td>\n<td>Cargo owner and freight forwarder<\/td>\n<td>Incoterms 2026 terms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>Document inspection<\/td>\n<td>Freight forwarder<\/td>\n<td>HS Code and permits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>Booking<\/td>\n<td>Freight forwarder<\/td>\n<td>ETD, ETA, and cargo cutoff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Packing<\/td>\n<td>Warehouse, truck, and cargo owner<\/td>\n<td>Seal and temperature<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>Customs clearance<\/td>\n<td>Customs broker<\/td>\n<td>Declaration channel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Handover<\/td>\n<td>Carrier<\/td>\n<td>Bill of lading (Bill of Lading)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>According to the General Department of Customs, the 24\/7 electronic payment and customs clearance system continues to be an important foundation for businesses to process tax obligations more quickly. However, technology does not replace document verification. An incorrect HS Code can still lead to back taxes or penalties.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Nam Song Doc Seafood in Ca Mau exported frozen shrimp to Rotterdam. The forwarding team checked the C\/O and quarantine certificate in advance, so the customs declaration required no amendments. Customs clearance time was reduced from 14 hours to 6 hours. The container temperature was maintained at minus 18 degrees C.<\/p>\n<p>Another example: Cao Nguyen Xanh Agricultural Products in Lam Dong shipped 12 tons of avocados to Singapore by air. By confirming the cargo cutoff time in advance, the freight forwarder helped the business avoid an extra night of cold storage. Costs were reduced by about 11 million VND while preserving the fruit's firmness upon delivery.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> A good process does not begin at the port. It begins with questions about documentation, delivery terms, and the deadline by which the buyer needs to receive the goods.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding when dividing the roles of each party?<\/h2>\n<p>In freight forwarding, disputes usually do not arise from a lack of people. They arise because no one clearly knows which responsibilities they are accountable for. An export supply chain may include the cargo owner, buyer, freight forwarder, shipping line, trucking company, warehouse, port, customs, quarantine authority, bank, and insurance provider.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-khi-phan-chia-vai-tro-cac-ben-1784758069158_no_wm.png\" alt=\"What is freight forwarding when dividing the roles of each party?\" title=\"What is freight forwarding when dividing the roles of each party?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is freight forwarding when dividing the roles of each party?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsibilities of the cargo owner, freight forwarder, and carrier<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The shipper provides accurate information about the goods, weight, HS Code, storage conditions, and commercial documents.<\/li>\n<li>The freight forwarder prepares the plan, checks documents, books space, coordinates all parties, and warns of risks.<\/li>\n<li>The carrier is responsible for transportation according to the bill of lading and the confirmed schedule.<\/li>\n<li>The stuffing warehouse counts, arranges, secures, and records the condition before sealing.<\/li>\n<li>The port receives containers, controls yard drop-off, handles loading and unloading, and connects its system with the shipping line.<\/li>\n<li>The customs authority checks compliance, assigns customs declaration channels, and processes tax obligations.<\/li>\n<li>The quarantine authority confirms biosecurity, plant, or animal safety requirements according to the import market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Stakeholder<\/th>\n<th>Main responsibility<\/th>\n<th>Related documents<\/th>\n<th>Common mistakes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Shipper<\/td>\n<td>Declare goods correctly<\/td>\n<td>Invoice, packing list<\/td>\n<td>Incorrect weight<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Freight forwarder<\/td>\n<td>Coordinate the supply chain<\/td>\n<td>Booking, customs declaration<\/td>\n<td>No warning about the cargo cut-off<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shipping line<\/td>\n<td>Transportation<\/td>\n<td>Bill of lading<\/td>\n<td>Change in vessel schedule<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Warehouse<\/td>\n<td>Stuffing and sealing<\/td>\n<td>Cargo stuffing report<\/td>\n<td>Incorrect loading specifications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Customs<\/td>\n<td>Compliance inspection<\/td>\n<td>Customs declaration<\/td>\n<td>Late document submission<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Based on HNT LOGISTICS' experience, Incoterms 2026 conditions should be read together with the sales contract, not separately. FOB does not mean the seller's responsibility ends as soon as the truck leaves the warehouse. If the goods have not passed the ship's rail or an appropriate bill of lading has not been issued, the risk still remains.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Dua Bien Tay Company in Ben Tre sells frozen coconut water under CIF terms to Busan. The freight forwarder discovers that the contract requires broader insurance coverage than usual. Adding the insurance before the vessel's departure helps avoid disputes when the container is rolled over due to bad weather.<\/p>\n<p>Another example: Dong Nai Furniture Wood exports goods to Seattle under FOB terms. The buyer nominates the shipping line, but the exporter must still deliver the container to the port on time. When the freight forwarder reminds them of the cargo cut-off 24 hours in advance, the business avoids approximately USD 180 in container storage fees.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> Roles should be documented as a responsibility matrix. Verbal trust is not enough for a high-value shipment.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding in documentation and customs clearance?<\/h2>\n<p>Documentation is the least visible part but has the greatest impact. A bill of lading with the wrong consignee name can prevent the buyer from collecting the goods. A C\/O missing the origin criteria can result in the loss of tariff preferences. A delayed quarantine certificate can cause refrigerated container storage charges.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-trong-chung-tu-va-thong-quan-1784758146530_no_wm.png\" alt=\"What is freight forwarding in documentation and customs clearance?\" title=\"What is freight forwarding in documentation and customs clearance?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is freight forwarding in documentation and customs clearance?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Freight forwarding document checklist before export<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The commercial invoice must match the seller, buyer, delivery terms, currency, and goods description.<\/li>\n<li>The packing list must match the number of packages, net weight, gross weight, and packaging specifications.<\/li>\n<li>The Bill of Lading must have the correct shipper, consignee, port of loading, port of discharge, and container number.<\/li>\n<li>The certificate of origin (C\/O) must use the correct form, meet the correct criteria, and comply with the applicable trade agreement.<\/li>\n<li>The quarantine certificate must accurately reflect the shipment, inspection date, and the importing market's requirements.<\/li>\n<li>The customs declaration must match the HS Code, value, quantity, and applicable sector-specific regulatory policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Documentation<\/th>\n<th>Purpose<\/th>\n<th>Prepared by<\/th>\n<th>Items to match<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Invoice<\/td>\n<td>Commercial basis<\/td>\n<td>Shipper<\/td>\n<td>Value and terms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Packing<\/td>\n<td>Cargo inspection<\/td>\n<td>Shipper<\/td>\n<td>Number of packages and weight<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bill of lading<\/td>\n<td>Proof of carriage<\/td>\n<td>Shipping line<\/td>\n<td>Port and consignee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Care of<\/td>\n<td>Tax incentives<\/td>\n<td>Shipper or agent<\/td>\n<td>Origin criteria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Quarantine<\/td>\n<td>Technical compliance<\/td>\n<td>Specialized agency<\/td>\n<td>Product name and issue date<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>For agricultural products and fresh fruit, requirements for growing area codes, packing facility codes, and traceability are becoming increasingly important. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reports that Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports could reach a record USD 8.5 billion in 2026, thanks to China's recovery and growth in the US and EU markets.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Song Hau Fruits in Can Tho exports durian to Nanning. The freight forwarder checks the growing area code and packing facility code before shipment. The shipment passes through the border gate smoothly without requiring the certificate to be replaced. The business maintains its delivery schedule to the distributor within 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p>Another example, Phu Minh Garment in Ho Chi Minh City exports jackets to Hamburg. A minor discrepancy between the invoice and the bill of lading caused the bank to hold the document set. The company then implemented an import-export document checklist for all shipments valued above USD 50,000.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> Verify documents using the three-way matching principle: the actual goods, commercial documents, and declared data must tell the same story.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is freight forwarding in cost and risk control?<\/h2>\n<p>Freight forwarding costs are not limited to transportation charges. Shippers should consider the total delivered cost. Common additional charges include handling fees, yard storage, container detention, inspection, quarantine, document correction, bill of lading amendment, fuel surcharges, and peak season surcharges.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/giao-nhan-hang-hoa-la-gi-trong-kiem-soat-chi-phi-va-rui-ro-1784758235903_no_wm.png\" alt=\"What is freight forwarding in cost and risk control?\" title=\"What is freight forwarding in cost and risk control?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is freight forwarding in cost and risk control?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risks to control in freight forwarding<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Freight rate risk increases when the market faces space shortages, container shortages, or shipping lines cancel sailings unexpectedly.<\/li>\n<li>Document risk arises when data in the contract, invoice, bill of lading, and customs declaration do not match.<\/li>\n<li>Temperature risk occurs when refrigerated cargo waits too long before being loaded into a pre-set container.<\/li>\n<li>Customs risk increases when the HS Code, declared value, or product policy has not been verified in advance.<\/li>\n<li>Port risk results from congestion, heavy yard schedules, or berth changes during peak season.<\/li>\n<li>Liability risk occurs when the contract does not clearly specify who pays surcharges and who is responsible for handling shipment delays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Cost item<\/th>\n<th>When it occurs<\/th>\n<th>Control method<\/th>\n<th>Person in charge of monitoring<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Sea freight<\/td>\n<td>Book transportation<\/td>\n<td>Compare multiple vessel schedules<\/td>\n<td>Freight forwarder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Container detention<\/td>\n<td>Return the container late<\/td>\n<td>Track free days<\/td>\n<td>Shipper<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Storage fees<\/td>\n<td>Cargo stays at port too long<\/td>\n<td>Drop off cargo within the correct window<\/td>\n<td>Freight forwarder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Quarantine<\/td>\n<td>Agricultural and seafood products<\/td>\n<td>Register inspection schedule in advance<\/td>\n<td>Shipper<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Document correction<\/td>\n<td>Incorrect information<\/td>\n<td>Approve bill of lading draft<\/td>\n<td>Both parties<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>According to experts at HNT LOGISTICS, shippers should request quotations that clearly separate the main freight, local surcharges, and assumed additional costs. This approach helps compare suppliers more accurately. It also avoids the trap of low quotations where the costs at the destination port are actually high.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Viet Highland Coffee in Dak Lak exports 20-foot coffee containers to Oakland. When switching from a schedule with two transshipments to one, the freight increases by 120 USD. However, transit time decreases by four days and the risk of document delays is significantly reduced.<\/p>\n<p>Another example, Bac Lieu Xanh Seafood exports frozen fish using 40-foot reefer containers. The logistics team requires checking the temperature recorder before loading. Thanks to that, the company can prove stable temperatures when the buyer files a complaint. The shipment is not discounted.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> Do not choose the cheapest option. Choose the option with the clearest total cost, responsibilities, and operational evidence.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When should businesses hire a goods forwarding service provider?<\/h2>\n<p>Businesses can handle some simple shipments themselves. However, when cargo has high value, requires quarantine, needs a cold chain, goes to difficult markets, or uses complex trade terms, hiring a professional freight forwarding provider is a defensive decision. It reduces risks rather than only saving time.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hntshipping.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/khi-nao-doanh-nghiep-nen-thue-don-vi-giao-nhan-hang-hoa-1784758275597_no_wm.png\" alt=\"When should businesses hire a goods forwarding service provider?\" title=\"When should businesses hire a goods forwarding service provider?\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When should businesses hire a goods forwarding service provider?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New businesses exporting for the first time and not clearly understanding what freight forwarding means in actual operations.<\/li>\n<li>Shipments requiring plant quarantine, animal quarantine, or quality certification before export.<\/li>\n<li>Cold goods, fresh goods, or perishable goods requiring continuous temperature control from warehouse to port.<\/li>\n<li>The buyer requires bills of lading, C\/O, insurance, or bank documents with high accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>The transportation route has risks of schedule changes, multiple transshipments, or impacts from peak seasons.<\/li>\n<li>Businesses need export customs declaration outsourcing services to reduce classification errors and handling issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Situation<\/th>\n<th>Can do it yourself<\/th>\n<th>Should hire a freight forwarder when<\/th>\n<th>Main benefits<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Small sample shipment<\/td>\n<td>Can<\/td>\n<td>Need official customs declaration<\/td>\n<td>Reduce documentation errors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Full container load<\/td>\n<td>Difficult<\/td>\n<td>Need to book vessels and trucks<\/td>\n<td>Control schedules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fresh fruit<\/td>\n<td>Should not<\/td>\n<td>Need quarantine and cold chain<\/td>\n<td>Protect quality<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frozen seafood<\/td>\n<td>Should not<\/td>\n<td>Need certificates and temperature control<\/td>\n<td>Reduce complaints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Goods to the United States<\/td>\n<td>Difficult<\/td>\n<td>Need sea freight routes to the US<\/td>\n<td>Clear delivery time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>For example, An Ph\u00fa Fruit and Vegetable at Long An exported seedless limes to Dubai for the first time. The freight forwarder arranged the quarantine schedule, booked a reefer container and checked the draft bill of lading. As a result, the shipment departed on the scheduled voyage, incurred no storage fees and the buyer placed another order the following month.<\/p>\n<p>Another example, Minh Khang Equipment in Bac Ninh exported machinery to Manila. Because the goods were oversized, the company needed to check the dimensions of the specialized container and the cargo transport route. The freight forwarder prepared a separate yard handling plan, helping avoid the need to change trucks at the port gate.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Practical summary:<\/strong> Hiring a freight forwarder is not because a business is weak. It is a way to purchase system experience for high-risk shipments.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion on what freight forwarding is<\/h2>\n<p>Understanding what freight forwarding is helps businesses view the export chain as a responsibility system, not just a truck trip leaving the warehouse. When the market fluctuates, winners do not only have good prices. They have clean documents, reliable transport schedules, good temperature control and exception handling plans.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clearly define that freight forwarding includes documents, transportation, customs clearance, quarantine and final delivery.<\/li>\n<li>Distinguish freight forwarding from transportation to avoid missing the party responsible for coordination and warnings.<\/li>\n<li>Check the document set before lowering the container, especially for C\/O, quarantine documents and bills of lading.<\/li>\n<li>Use a responsibility matrix to separate the roles of the shipper, freight forwarder, shipping line, warehouse and port.<\/li>\n<li>Calculate the total cost to the receiving destination, not just the main freight charge in the initial quotation.<\/li>\n<li>Prioritize freight forwarders with experience in refrigerated goods, agricultural products, seafood and target import markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>During the period of rapid growth in Vietnam's exports, small mistakes can turn into large costs. HNT LOGISTICS is a reputable freight forwarding and logistics partner for Vietnamese exporters nationwide, especially for agricultural products, seafood and fresh fruits. Businesses should standardize their processes starting from the next shipment.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Khi m\u1ed9t container tr\u00e1i c\u00e2y b\u1ecb k\u1eb9t ch\u1ee9ng t\u1eeb t\u1ea1i C\u1ea3ng C\u00e1t L\u00e1i, c\u00e2u h\u1ecfi giao nh\u1eadn h\u00e0ng h\u00f3a l\u00e0 g\u00ec kh\u00f4ng c\u00f2n l\u00e0 l\u00fd thuy\u1ebft. N\u00f3 quy\u1ebft \u0111\u1ecbnh ai \u0111\u1eb7t ch\u1ed7 t\u00e0u, ai khai h\u1ea3i quan, ai ch\u1ecbu ph\u00ed ch\u1eadm v\u00e0 ai b\u1ea3o v\u1ec7 nhi\u1ec7t \u0111\u1ed9 h\u00e0ng. N\u0103m 2026, \u00e1p l\u1ef1c n\u00e0y l\u1edbn h\u01a1n. 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