Ocean freight
FCL and LCL programs with predictable sailing schedules and space commitments on key lanes.
International freight & customs
Move cargo with clarity, speed, and control.
End-to-end forwarding for growing brands — air, ocean, and road — with proactive tracking and compliance built in from day one.
- Quote within 1 business day
- Export & import customs
- DG cargo with MSDS review
Shipment
In transit
SHA → LAX · Ocean FCL
- Booked
- Loaded
- In transit
- Customs
Next milestone
Port discharge & devanning
Shipment inquiry
Typical response within one business day for active trade lanes.
Operations
Cargo in motion. Teams on the clock.
From quay to warehouse door, we choreograph carriers, documentation, and exceptions so your stock levels stay trustworthy.
- Named desk & 24/7 escalation
- Documented SOPs & handoffs
- Single owner per file end-to-end
What we do
Logistics that scales with your supply chain
From first mile to final delivery, we coordinate carriers, documentation, and exceptions so your team stays focused on the business.
Air freight
Express and economy uplift options for high-value and time-sensitive cargo, with full visibility.
Road & distribution
Regional trucking, cross-border moves, and last-mile coordination across North America and beyond.
Customs & compliance
Classification support, filings, and audit-ready records aligned with your internal controls.
Why Meridian
Built for operators who need answers, not excuses
We combine structured processes with direct access to specialists — so when something shifts at origin or destination, you hear it first and get options fast.
- Named contacts for your account, not anonymous queues
- Exception playbooks for delays, rollovers, and inspections
- Reporting that fits finance and operations, not generic templates
"We switched to a forwarding partner that treats visibility as a default — not an add-on. That single change reduced our internal follow-up time dramatically."
How it works
From booking to proof of delivery
A disciplined path from commercial booking through in-transit control to customs release — so accountability stays visible at every milestone.
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Scope & routing
We align on cargo, incoterms, timelines, and compliance needs.
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02
Booking & docs
Carrier allocation, paperwork, and milestones locked in your dashboard.
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In transit
Proactive monitoring, rerouting when needed, and clear escalation paths.
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Arrival & release
Customs, handover, and POD — with data you can plug into your ERP.
FAQ
Answers before you ask
The questions every shipper asks before sending the first booking.
How fast will I get a quote?
Within one business day on active trade lanes. Dangerous goods or special equipment can take a little longer because we verify classification and space first.
Should I choose FCL or LCL?
FCL (full container) usually wins above roughly 13–15 m³, or when you want your cargo sealed and separate. LCL (shared container) is cost-effective for smaller volumes. If you're unsure, pick one and add a note — we'll quote the better option too.
Can you move dangerous goods?
Yes. Attach the MSDS with your inquiry; we confirm IMO class, packaging, and carrier acceptance before anything is booked.
Who handles customs clearance?
Either side, or both. Export clearance happens at origin and import clearance at destination — tell us what your Incoterm covers and we'll close the gap, or work alongside your own broker.
What do you need for an accurate quote?
Lane (origin and destination), FCL or LCL, total weight, dimensions for LCL, your Incoterm, and cargo readiness date. The form above covers all of it in about two minutes.
Ready to move your next shipment?
Two minutes on the form gets you a real quote — not a callback loop.