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Welcome to Forward by Norman, where we provide seamless and reliable freight solutions tailored to your needs. With decades of experience and a global network, we ensure your cargo reaches any destination, helping you expand into new markets. We offer customized logistics services, including air and sea freight, warehousing, and customs clearance, all with straightforward pricing and no hidden fees. Adaptable to changing market demands, we simplify your global trade with confidence.
Director
Hong Kong International Airport global ranking in tonnage
2014 to 2023
No other airport moves more tonnage on an annual basis. And Forward by Norman’s strategic location and relationships with top airlines are all designed to give you the shipping advantage you need.
Air freight
Fast. Secure. Efficient.
When speed is critical, our Air Freight Services offer the ideal solution. We partner with leading airlines to ensure your cargo reaches its destination promptly, no matter where in the world. From urgent shipments to fragile or high-value goods, we deliver peace of mind with end-to-end tracking and swift customs clearance.
Working with the top freight airlines
Our relationships and contracts with the best air freight airlines let us give you creative options to fit speed, and budget.
Our Air Freight Solutions Include:
Express Shipping: Fast-track solutions for time-sensitive cargo.
Charter Services: Tailored solutions for oversized or specialized cargo.
Airport-to-Door Delivery: Seamless transit from the runway to your warehouse or doorstep.
Consolidation Services: Cost-effective group shipments, reducing overheads for smaller cargo loads.
Dangerous Goods Handling: Certified handling and shipping of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with IATA regulations.
Speed
Quick transit times for urgent shipments from dangerous goods to luxury cars.
Reliability
Guaranteed schedules and transparent tracking.
Security
Advanced handling protocols for high-value goods.
Sea freight
Global Reach. Economical and Scalable.
For larger, bulk shipments, our Sea Freight Services provide cost-effective options with global reach. Whether you’re shipping full containers or less-than-container loads, we offer a variety of solutions tailored to your timeline and budget, ensuring smooth navigation from port to port.
Our Sea Freight Solutions Include:
Full Container Load (FCL): Exclusive use of a container for your cargo, perfect for large-volume shipments.
Less than Container Load (LCL): Share container space for smaller loads, offering flexibility and reduced costs.
Port-to-Port or Door-to-Door: Customized solutions, ensuring seamless delivery from the port to your business or end customer.
Breakbulk Cargo: For oversized or heavy machinery that doesn’t fit in standard containers.
Refrigerated Containers: Specialized solutions for perishable goods requiring temperature-controlled environments.
Cost-effective
Ideal for bulk shipments over long distances.
Versatile
Handle various cargo types, including oversized and temperature-sensitive goods.
Global Coverage
Extensive global routes with flexible schedules.
Import services
Seamless imports for specialty goods.
Import regulated goods with confidence. Rely on our expertise in customs, compliance, and international logistics. Our Import Services are designed to simplify the process of bringing specialty items into your market. With vast experience in regulated imports, we handle all aspects of shipping, customs documentation, and compliance so that your goods arrive safely, and on time.
Our Imports Solutions Include:
Regulatory Compliance and Customs Clearance: Full customs support, including duty management for regulated items like alcohol and perishable goods.
Temperature-Controlled Transport: Specialized containers to ensure wines, liquors, and produce stay fresh and protected.
Documentation Management: We handle all necessary permits, import licenses, and health certificates for a seamless entry.
Global Sourcing and Partnerships: Trusted partnerships with growers and producers worldwide, offering end-to-end import solutions.
24/7 Tracking and Support: Real-time tracking and expert support, keeping you informed every step of the way.
Specialized
Decades of experience in importing regulated goods.
Compliance Expertise
Full regulatory guidance and support for swift, worry-free clearance.
End-to-End Quality
Meticulous handling to preserve quality and freshness from origin to destination.
Warehouse
Your strategic Hong Kong hub.
Our 20,000 sq ft warehouse in Yuen Long is strategically located within a 30-minute driving range of key logistics hubs in Hong Kong, including the HKG airport, seaport, cross-border facilities to China, and major warehouses in Kowloon. This prime location enables us to provide our clients with fast and efficient logistics solutions that cater to their specific needs.