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Sector: 48-49 Transportation and Warehousing

NAICS Code 488510 - Freight Transportation Arrangement

Industry Description

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in arranging transportation of freight between shippers and carriers. These establishments are usually known as freight forwarders, marine shipping agents, or customs brokers and offer a combination of services spanning transportation modes.

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Business Examples

Common types of business activities within NAICS 488510 - Freight Transportation Arrangement are:

  • Agents, shipping
  • Shipping agents (freight forwarding)
  • Customs brokers
  • Freight forwarding
  • Marine shipping agency

IBISWorld Industry Research Report

Freight Forwarding Brokerages & Agencies in the US (48851)

Revenue 2025

$127.7bn

Growth 2025

2.11%

Key Trends

  • As total US trade volumes have increased, demand for international freight services that require brokerage has risen

  • Operators have benefited from growth in emerging markets and key trade partners

  • Domestic freight volumes will climb, boosting industry demand

Products and Services

Similar Industries

For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 488510 - Freight Transportation Arrangement that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:

NAICS Hierarchy 488510 - Freight Transportation Arrangement

NAICS Code 488510 - Freight Transportation Arrangement sits in the 2-digit Freight Transportation Arrangement sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes

2 Digits: 48-49

Sector Title: Transportation and Warehousing

3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits

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