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.