freight forwarder
An entity that purchases motor service from a licensed motor
carrier. Unlike a freight broker, a freight forwarder assumes responsibility
for a shipment from origin to destination and typically issues bills
of lading. The Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) Termination
Act requires all freight forwarders to register, not only those
concerned with household goods. Security requirements must be met,
although only household goods (HHG) freight forwarders are required
to carry cargo insurance.
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CAI III.T;
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