Digital Freight Forwarding
Digital infrastructure for international freight forwarders.
We help freight teams automate filings, unify data, and deploy AI workflows that reduce operational friction across global offices.
Built for maritime operations. Integrable with your current systems.
Our offices
Local expertise, global execution.
Miami
Chennai
Our mission
We modernize the operational backbone of freight forwarding.
Tradefast was built on one conviction: forwarders should not have to choose between operational control and digital speed. We combine deep industry know-how with modern data and AI capabilities to make complex global workflows simpler, safer and faster.
Our approach is strategic first, then technical: we align systems, processes and teams around measurable outcomes that matter in day-to-day operations.
What this means in practice
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Operational reality first: solutions designed around real forwarding constraints.
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Long-term architecture: integrations and automations that scale with growth.
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Execution discipline: measurable impact, not generic transformation talk.
Our added value
Why leading freight forwarders choose Tradefast.
We understand the challenges of IT management in international logistics. Our mantra: multi‑platform, easily integrable with any system, and relentlessly results‑oriented.
Multi‑platform
Effortless integration with any IT system
Integration-ready services that connect TMS, ERP, WMS and legacy stacks without disrupting operations.
- Unified data flow across the logistics chain
- API and system-level interoperability
- Minimal friction with existing environments & operations
Outcome: Reliable data continuity across all systems.
Tailor‑made
End‑to‑end tailored services
We cover the full delivery lifecycle, from process discovery to rollout and post-go-live support.
- Process analysis and implementation planning
- Custom scope based on each organization
- Dedicated support after launch
Outcome: Higher project success rates with lower rework.
Always‑on
24/7 support across time zones
Follow-the-sun support model designed for globally distributed freight operations.
- Coverage in major international hubs
- Fast response regardless of local time
- Business continuity for critical workflows
Outcome: Less downtime and more predictable service levels.
ROI‑driven
Cost‑efficient and fast delivery
Practical delivery approach focused on speed, cost control and measurable business value.
- Optimized time-to-market for new capabilities
- Lower impact on internal teams
- Clear outcomes aligned to ROI goals
Outcome: Better value per project and faster returns.
Our services
End‑to‑end digital services for international freight forwarders.
SaaS-grade products and managed services, built for maritime operations, fully integrable with your stack, and delivered with 24/7 global support.
Security Filings & Data Management
Keep customs compliance consistent across regions with managed filing workflows and direct authority connectivity.
Compliance
Security Filings Overseas: US, Canada, Japan, UAE
Centralized filing operations for AMS/ISF, ACI/E‑Manifest and AFR with expert monitoring.
- US: AMS and ISF submission workflows
- Canada: ACI/E‑Manifest transmission
- Japan: AFR filing with proactive checks
- UAE: MPCI Filing Delegation (NAIC Portal)
Outcome: Lower filing risk and faster cargo release readiness.
Regulatory
Security Filings in Europe (ICS2)
End-to-end ICS2 operations aligned to mandatory EU timelines and data quality standards.
- Mandatory filing flow orchestration
- Timely submissions with validation steps
- Seamless integration into existing systems
Outcome: Compliance by design with less manual escalation.
Business Data Integration – Clear Data, Smart Decisions
Turn fragmented operational data into real-time intelligence for commercial and operations teams.
Real-time
Rates Management System
Automated freight rate consolidation for faster, more reliable quote generation both for air and sea operations, including the extra charges.
- Centralized and searchable rate repository
- Aligned with sales and quotation workflows
- Reduced errors from manual copy-paste
Outcome: Quotations delivered faster with improved consistency.
Data visibility
Global Ship Traffic Intelligence
Unified vessel and shipment visibility across ports, B/Ls and container events.
- Live arrival updates on major routes
- Connected bill of lading and container data
- Single operational view for global teams
Outcome: Fewer blind spots and quicker operational decisions.
AI Agents – Make Information Available
Deploy AI copilots that provide instant answers and automate repetitive support interactions.
AI-powered
Customer Service Automation
AI virtual agents trained on your knowledge base to resolve customer queries instantly.
- Automated responses for recurring questions
- Secure, controlled answer framework
- Escalation path for complex cases
Outcome: Reduced support workload and faster response times.
Automation
Internal Virtual Assistant Agent (onboarding and operational support)
A Supply Chain Advisor assistant that surfaces critical answers across disparate systems.
- Cross-system data retrieval in one place
- Natural language answers for operations teams
- Support for distributed global offices and onboarding process automated
Outcome: Faster decision cycles and less internal friction.
AI Data Models – Automate Document & Data Entry Processes
Automate document-heavy workflows with purpose-built AI models for extraction, validation and entry.
AI-powered
Automated Invoice & Quote Validation
AI models map invoice data, validate against quotes, and route clean data downstream.
- Automatic invoice field extraction and mapping
- Cross-check against original quotation terms
- Direct output to accounting environments
Outcome: Higher financial accuracy with less manual reconciliation.
Document AI
Automated HBL/MBL Creation & Entry
Document intelligence extracts booking instructions and automates HBL/MBL data entry.
- Booking and policy instruction extraction
- Automated HBL/MBL generation and updates
- End-to-end process traceability
Outcome: Less repetitive data entry and lower process errors.
Who we work with
A trusted partner for leading freight forwarders.
We support international operators through long-term partnerships, reliable delivery, and a pragmatic understanding of real operational pressure.
"Tradefast understands how freight operations really work, and ships solutions that teams actually adopt."
35+Active clients
20+ yearsIndustry experience
GlobalSupport coverage
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About us
A team rooted in freight forwarding and technology.
The team combines consulting, data and operational backgrounds to turn complex freight workflows into practical digital systems.
Values
We have a family-owned value set with global-scale ambition. With a distributed team of 10+ developers
and freight forwarding operations specialists, we offer the dedicated care of a founder-led business and
the cutting-edge expertise of a multi-region powerhouse.
We bridge the gap between boutique care and global scale. As a family-owned business, we put our name on everything we do, with care and trust.
Management & Leadership
Giovanni
AI & Data Lead
5+ years experience in Google as AI & Data Lead , managing digital & tech transformative projects for some of Italy's largest corporations.
Enrico
Sales Strategist
Oxford University researcher, specializing in Economics and Data Management, with prior experience as a strategic consultant at Bain & Co.
Roberto
General Manager
Over 30 years of experience as a consultant for international freight forwarders. Expert in software development and data architecture.
Contact
Let's solve your freight workflow challenge.
Tell us your operational challenge. We will reply quickly with the most practical next step.
Email: gbenassi@tradefast.net · Phone: +39 347 277 2834
Response time: within 24 business hours.
- No obligation
- Practical recommendations
- Tailored to your current systems