Freight forwarding & logistics services
Add customs, insurance, inspections, marketplace logistics, and flexible payments to any shipment. Every service is built into your shipping and sourcing experience from one dashboard.
2026 Award-Winning Tech-Led Freight Forwarder for SMBs in the U.S. and Canada
Logistics services built into your shipping experience
A digital platform designed to support your shipments from factory floor to final delivery.
Digital Customs Clearance
Submit Importer Security Filing (ISF) and sign power of Attorney (PoA) digitally. Receive real-time updates through customs release and estimate duties before booking with our free Import Duty Calculator. Powered by Clearit for U.S. and Canadian imports.
Cargo Insurance
Coverage starts at $20 per shipment and protects up to $2M. Add a policy during booking in under one minute. If you need to file a claim, Loadsure’s digital claims process can settle within days, so your business keeps moving.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Certified inspectors visit your supplier’s factory to verify product quality, quantity, packaging, and labeling before anything ships. You get a detailed report with photos within 24 hours. Fixed daily rate, no extra charges for travel or weekends.
Dangerous Goods
Shipping hazardous materials means strict classification, documentation, and carrier coordination at every stage. Ship4wd handles the compliance requirements so your DG shipments move legally, on time, and without holds at customs.
Flexible Payments
Pay by credit card, ACH, wire transfer, or PayPal directly through the platform. Need more time? Apply for a Ship4wd credit line and defer payment up to 90 days after your cargo departs.
Why SMBs across North America ship with Ship4wd
Carrier-backed reliabilityPowered by ZIM (NYSE: ZIM), a top-10 global ocean carrier, you can plan your shipments with confidence. Guaranteed container space and rates locked up to 45 days in advance, even during peak season.
One platform, fewer vendorsCustoms clearance, cargo insurance, inspections, marketplace logistics, financing, and payments all live inside your Ship4wd account. Stop coordinating between five vendors and manage your entire shipment from a single dashboard.
All-in pricing, zero surprisesThe quote you see includes the services you choose. No hidden surcharges after booking, no mystery line items on the invoice. Your rate locks at booking so you can plan your margins with confidence.
24/7 human expertsReal shipping specialists, available for you every day including weekends and holidays. Chat, email, or phone. No bots, no scripts, no tiered support based on shipment size.
One platform for your entire shipment. Fewer vendors, fewer headaches.MARKETPLACE SOLUTIONSLogistics built for where you sell
Whether you sell on Amazon, Walmart, or your own store, Ship4wd delivers to your warehouse or fulfillment center with the compliance, tracking, and support your channel demands.
Amazon FBA freight forwarding
Shipping to FBA? Amazon requirements leave zero room for error. Ship4wd delivers directly to Amazon fulfillment centers and handles the compliance details so your inventory stays live and your rankings stay intact.
Walmart Marketplace freight forwarding
Learn MoreConnect up to 5 Walmart Marketplace stores directly to your Ship4wd dashboard. You can track inventory levels in real time, and ship straight to Walmart fulfillment centers. New sellers get expedited onboarding with one-on-one guidance and other benefits through our Official Solutions Partnership.
Ecommerce freight forwarding
Selling direct-to-customer? Every channel puts different demands on your supply chain. Ship4wd handles door-to-door delivery to your warehouse, 3PL, or fulfillment center with full tracking, customs support, and 24/7 experts who understand ecommerce timelines.
Why our customers love Ship4wd
Instead of quarterbacking the shipments, you guys are quarterbacking my shipments. This is great because I can’t miss anything. It’s exactly what I need.
Bruce TuckerFounder & CEO, Octane Seating
Our clients are much happier now that we have a solid relationship with Ship4wd and can continue to provide our products in a timely manner.
Conner FischerCo-Founder, Econami Holdings, Dundalk, ON, Canada
It’s all about communication and communication with your team was exceptional. And that’s what we look for and in Helio we look for surrounding ourselves with exceptional people and you guys were exceptional.
Thomas McDermottCo-Founder & Managing Partner, Helio International
Ship4wd’s ocean & air freight services
Shipping that’s as easy as booking a flight. Choose your shipping mode, add services like customs or insurance with a click, and manage it all from one place.
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Instant rates Search and compare FCL, LCL, and Air rates in seconds. Lock in draft rate for up to 24 hours. -
Guaranteed container space Plan better with guaranteed container space and locked-in rates up to 45 days in advance. -
End-to-end logistics Add any of our additional logistics services during booking a streamline your operations end-to-end.
Source products from China’s largest wholesale marketplace
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Verified factory sourcing Source from +1M verified Chinese suppliers with USD pricing, full landed costs. -
Escrow payment protection Your payments are escrow-protected. Your goods get inspected at the warehouse before you pay. -
Quality & compliance checks Sourcing, customs, inspections, and shipping, all managed from one platform.
Frequently asked questions on additional logistics services-
Ship4wd offers customs clearance, cargo insurance, pre-shipment inspections, dangerous goods handling, and flexible payment options including credit lines up to 90 days. Every service is available from the same dashboard where you book and track your shipments, add what you need during booking.
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Ship4wd’s digital customs clearance service lets you submit your ISF filing, sign Power of Attorney, and track customs release in real time from your dashboard. A free Import Duty Calculator estimates duties before you book. The service is powered by Clearit and covers both US and Canadian imports.
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Yes. Ship4wd offers cargo insurance starting at $20 per shipment with coverage up to $2M. You can add a policy during booking in under a minute. Claims are handled digitally through Loadsure and can settle within days.
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Yes. Customs clearance, cargo insurance, pre-shipment inspections, dangerous goods handling, marketplace logistics, and payments are all managed from your Ship4wd dashboard. Add any service during booking and track everything alongside your shipment.
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Yes. Ship4wd delivers directly to Amazon FBA fulfillment centers and handles labeling compliance, packaging requirements, and delivery windows. Customs clearance, insurance, and inspections can all be added during the same booking.
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Ship4wd offers door-to-door shipping (FCL, LCL, and Air), customs clearance, cargo insurance, pre-shipment inspections, and marketplace-specific logistics for Amazon FBA, Walmart, and DTC sellers. Everything is managed from one platform with 24/7 expert support.
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