Freight Forwarding
Freight forwarding is DF Young’s middle name. DF Young has earned its reputation as a sole-source provider of transportation and distribution solutions- freight forwarding, customs brokerage and international logistics. DF Young’s expert team of individuals is recognized by the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, Inc. as “Certified Ocean Forwarders.” Their qualifications include many years in the industry as well as passage of a rigorous exam administered by the NCBFAA. DF Young is an Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI) focusing on creating solutions that far exceed customer expectations.

Forwarding services include:

Transportation Management
DF Young is responsible for the selection, coordination and monitoring of service providers and agents that may be engaged on the client's behalf, such as vessel operators, motor carriers, piers, etc. All communications are professionally handled, and information is readily accessible at any time.

Export Documentation
The issuance, submission, retrieval and transmittal of all documentation required (See Documentation section for more details).

Other Documentation
This may include Foreign Collection/Letter of Credit services and documentation; Legalization of export documents with Consulates or Chambers of Commerce; SGS Government Inspection services; and hazardous materials handling requirements.

Hazardous Materials Shipments
DF Young's staff is fully trained to handle all aspects of shipments of Hazardous Materials. The company is registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation and I.A.T.A. as "HAZMAT" shippers.

Obtaining Export Licenses
DFY handles all requirements to obtain U.S. Department of Commerce and Department of State Export Licenses, and is registered with the Office of Defense Trade Control at the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C.

Banking Services
Consultation in opening and negotiation of International Letters of Credit in addition to reconciling drafts.

All risk marine insurance
is available.

Fully licensed and bonded, DF Young handles documentation preparation, scheduling and routing of cargoes, and the preparation of all clearances in advance of arrival to ease delivery at destination. Dedicated account managers, along with an experienced traffic department, work continuously on behalf of the client to arrange timely, cost-effective ocean shipments worldwide.