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Top 25 International ocean freight forwarders worldwide

Name: International ocean freight forwarders worldwide
Creator: RevenueBase
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Compiled by the RevenueBase Data Team Data refreshed Oct 17, 2026 34,072 companies tracked

RevenueBase identified 34,072 company matches for international ocean freight forwarders worldwide as of October 2026 and tracks 713,710 professional contacts across them, including 159,912 with verified work emails. The United States is the largest market and Dubai the largest hub.

This list covers company matches for international ocean freight forwarders worldwide, found by RevenueBase SmartSearch using the meaning of business descriptions in its company graph at Exact. Ranked by professionals tracked, largest first. Rows show recorded descriptions where available, Exact search membership and the snapshot date. Data refreshed October 17, 2026. Country and city lists for international ocean freight forwarders follow the table.

Published by RevenueBase, a B2B data infrastructure company. This list was built with RevenueBase SmartSearch, the natural-language company search RevenueBase customers use to build their own targeted lists and unlock verified emails and direct dials at the companies on them. How these lists are built and judged.

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The 25 largest international ocean freight forwarders worldwide

Ranked by team size

Top 25 of 34,072 company matches for international ocean freight forwarders worldwide, ordered by professional contacts tracked in RevenueBase, largest first. Recorded Oct 17, 2026. The RevenueBase SmartSearch column shows Exact match membership in this saved search. Click a contact count to view that company's people. Totals use company locations recorded by RevenueBase; the displayed preview is a smaller selection.
#	Company	RevenueBase SmartSearch	Headquarters	Employees	Contacts
1	DB Schenker	Exact match	Essen, GermanyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	33,043 contacts →
	Exact match “At DB Schenker, we're not just about logistics; we're about understanding what truly matters to you.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
2	DP World	Exact match	Dubai, United Arab EmiratesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	32,798 contacts →
	Exact match “Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
3	MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company	Exact match	Geneva, SwitzerlandHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	30,526 contacts →
	Exact match “MSC is a privately owned global shipping company founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
4	DHL Express	Exact match	Bonn, GermanyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	23,358 contacts →
	Exact match “Leading the way in international logistics across an unparalleled network of 220 countries and territories.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
5	DHL Global Forwarding	Exact match	Bonn, GermanyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	20,437 contacts →
	Exact match “The Freight Forwarding experts since 1815.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
6	Expeditors	Exact match	Bellevue, WA, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	18,013 contacts →
	Exact match “Expeditors is a Fortune 500 service-based logistics company with headquarters in Seattle, Washington, USA.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
7	UPS Supply Chain Solutions	Exact match	Alpharetta, GA, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	13,954 contacts →
	Exact match “UPS Supply Chain Solutions offers a comprehensive portfolio of services to enhance customers' business performance, including logistics and distribution, transportation and…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
8	Rhenus Logistics	Exact match	Holzwickede, GermanyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	11,805 contacts →
	Exact match “The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover amounting to EUR 8.2 billion.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
9	Hellmann Worldwide Logistics	Exact match	Osnabrueck, GermanyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	7,711 contacts →
	Exact match “Since its foundation in 1871, Hellmann has developed into one of the largest international logistics providers.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
10	Kintetsu World Express	Exact match	Tokyo, JapanHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	4,632 contacts →
	Exact match “As a leading provider of Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Customs Brokerage, Surface Logistics and Distribution (3PL) services KWE has taken pride in the delivery of your cargo to any…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
11	Scan Global Logistics	Exact match	Hvidovre, DenmarkHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	3,832 contacts →
	Exact match “Scan Global Logistics is a global full-service logistics provider headquartered in the Nordic, who excel in uncomplicating logistics through tailored solutions made by skilled…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
12	OOCL	Exact match	Hong KongHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	5,001-10,000	3,473 contacts →
	Exact match “Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) is one of the world's largest, integrated international container transportation and logistics companies.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
13	Inchcape Shipping Services	Exact match	London, United KingdomHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	3,414 contacts →
	Exact match “Global trade has always depended on the port and since 1847 Inchcape Shipping Services has provided the local knowledge and means to deliver port calls that enable business to…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
14	Crane Worldwide Logistics	Exact match	Houston, TX, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	3,275 contacts →
	Exact match “The vision of Crane Worldwide is to enable global trade for our clients with unparalleled excellence, foster a culture of achievement among our team members, and uplift the…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
15	Savino DEL Bene	Exact match	Scandicci, ItalyHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	5,001-10,000	3,038 contacts →
	Exact match “Savino Del Bene is a multinational company operating worldwide in international shipments and logistics support services.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
16	Fedex Logistics	Exact match	Memphis, TN, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	5,001-10,000	2,985 contacts →
	Exact match “FedEx Logistics provides customers with configurable, customized and comprehensive global freight forwarding solutions in air and ocean freight, customs brokerage, and trade…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
17	Nippon Express USA	Exact match	Wood Dale, IL, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	2,840 contacts →
	Exact match “Nippon Express services continue to expand the globe, achieving a five-point framework across Japan, the Americas and Europe, and stretching into the rapidly developing markets of…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
18	Livingston International	Exact match	Toronto, ON, CanadaHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	2,636 contacts →
	Exact match “Livingston International simplifies the complexities of importing and exporting, giving businesses the freedom to focus on their core functions.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
19	Cargo-Partner	Exact match	Fischamend, AustriaHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	2,521 contacts →
	Exact match “cargo-partner is a full-range info-logistics provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of air, sea, land transport and warehousing solutions.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
20	Pacific International Lines PTE LTD	Exact match	SingaporeHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	2,415 contacts →
	Exact match “Pacific International Lines (PIL) is among the top 12 container shipping lines in the world.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
21	CJ Darcl Logistics LTD	Exact match	Gurgaon, IndiaHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	5,001-10,000	2,349 contacts →
	Exact match “CJ Darcl Logistics - We design logistics.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
22	AIT Worldwide Logistics	Exact match	Itasca, IL, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	2,203 contacts →
	Exact match “AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
23	Arcbest	Exact match	Fort Smith, AR, United StatesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	10001+	1,985 contacts →
	Exact match “ArcBest® is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that leverages our technology and full suite of solutions to meet our customers’ supply chain needs.” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
24	2go Group	Exact match	Pasay City, PhilippinesHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	1,922 contacts →
	Exact match “2GO Group is the Philippines’ leading integrated transportation and logistics provider, offering end-to-end supply chain solutions through its core business units: 2GO Sea…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase
25	ECU Worldwide	Exact match	Mumbai, IndiaHQ recorded Oct 17, 2026	1,001-5,000	1,892 contacts →
	Exact match “ECU Worldwide is the global leader in LCL consolidation, enabling seamless cargo movements through its global network of 200+ offices across 60+ countries, 2400+ direct trade…” Recorded in the RevenueBase company graph · Oct 17, 2026 · View company records in RevenueBase

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Describe a niche business in your own words. RevenueBase SmartSearch compares the meaning of your description with company business descriptions compiled in the RevenueBase company graph. Exact, Similar, Related and Broad control how closely companies must fit.

This list uses Exact for “international ocean freight forwarders”. Each Exact match badge shows membership in that saved search; it is not an individual similarity score or a service-quality rating. Recorded descriptions are shown where available.

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International ocean freight forwarders worldwide at a glance

As of Oct 17, 2026

22.4%Verified-email coverage

20.9Average contacts per company

11-50Median size (employees)

2.2%Largest-city concentration · Dubai

Oct 17, 2026Page data refreshed

Companies by employee count

1-10

12,427

11-50

13,540

51-200

5,291

201-500

1,724

501-1,000

474

1,001-5,000

337

5,001-10,000

10001+

Email recency is reported on each country list linked below.

How this list was built

The recorded descriptions help you assess these company matches. Check a company’s website for its current services and locations.

Source: The RevenueBase company graph: 60 million companies and 398.9 million professional contacts resolved from primary sources, queried with RevenueBase SmartSearch, the natural-language company search available to every RevenueBase user.
Coverage: Every country. Country and city lists for international ocean freight forwarders are linked below.
What qualifies: Company records worldwide whose business descriptions match “international ocean freight forwarders” by meaning at the Exact setting. Descriptions are compiled in the RevenueBase company graph from public websites, profiles and company information where available; they are not guaranteed quotations from the company's website.
RevenueBase SmartSearch: Describe a niche company in your own words to find businesses by meaning. Exact, Similar, Related and Broad control the breadth of RevenueBase SmartSearch. This saved list uses Exact. Each row's Exact match badge shows inclusion in that search, not an individual score or a service-quality judgment.
Public preview: The public preview omits records without a verified work email. Dataset totals and geographic summaries describe the full matched records before these preview filters.
Match quality: RevenueBase's August 25, 2026 study assessed 4,198 description/company pairs across matching settings. The publisher reports 86% good or better at Exact. This evaluates the method across queries; it does not audit this individual list. Recorded company descriptions, where available, help you judge each match yourself. Read the full methodology: how the lists are built and what the study measures.
Ranking: Team size, largest first: companies are ordered by the number of professionals RevenueBase tracks at each one. Employee ranges shown are reported bands, for context.
Verification: Every displayed company carries at least one verified work email. RevenueBase tracks 159,912 professional contacts with verified work emails across the full matched dataset. Contacts re-verify on a rolling cadence, and each contact's own verification date is shown inside RevenueBase.
Refresh: This page's figures were pulled from the company graph on October 17, 2026. Lists refresh periodically as the graph is re-checked.
Record context: Company records and descriptions can change. Check the company's website for its current services and locations.

International ocean freight forwarders by location

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What is RevenueBase SmartSearch?

RevenueBase SmartSearch finds niche companies by the meaning of their business descriptions in the RevenueBase company graph. Exact, Similar, Related and Broad control how closely companies must fit your description. This list uses Exact for “international ocean freight forwarders”; each Exact match badge shows search membership, not an individual similarity or quality score.

How many international ocean freight forwarders are there worldwide?

RevenueBase identified 34,072 company matches for international ocean freight forwarders worldwide as of October 2026, using the meaning of business descriptions at Exact. This is the recorded matched set in the RevenueBase company graph.

What is the largest company on this list?

DB Schenker tops the displayed preview by professional contacts tracked in RevenueBase. Recorded headquarters appear in the company rows.

Which country has the most international ocean freight forwarders?

The United States leads with 3,013 companies, followed by India (2,886) and Brazil (1,800). Every international ocean freight forwarders list by country and city is linked on this page.

Which city has the most international ocean freight forwarders?

Dubai leads with 735 company records, followed by Mumbai (482) and Istanbul (404).

How do I get contact information for these companies?

A free RevenueBase account lets you run this exact search and work limited free results with 500 credits to start. Upgrading provides access to the 159,912 professional contacts with verified work emails tracked across these 34,072 companies; direct dials are available where recorded.

How current is this list?

The list refreshes periodically as the company graph is re-checked. This page's figures were pulled on October 17, 2026.

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RevenueBase is a B2B data infrastructure company. Its company graph covers 60 million companies and 398.9 million professional contacts, with emails verified on a rolling cadence rather than scraped once and left to decay. These company lists are generated directly from that graph with RevenueBase SmartSearch, the same natural-language company search every RevenueBase user has: describe a market in plain words, get the companies that match, and add verified emails and direct dials for the people at them. It is the same data that powers RevenueBase's B2B data products, and a free account includes 500 credits to start. How these lists are built and judged.