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What is an agent in freight forwarding?

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A / Agent

An individual who conducts business on behalf of another individual or company (known as the principle), and holds limited or full authority to make decisions on the principle’s behalf. In global freight shipping, you may come across various types of agents, including shipping, forwarding, booking, and sales agents.

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