Reliable Cross Border Freight Logistics Services
Simplify Your International Shipping With a Dedicated Shipping Partner
Not sure where to start with your shipments to Mexico, Canada, or overseas? We have you covered.
North American Supply Chain Solutions
Mexico and Canada are important international shipping markets for U.S.-based companies, but it’s a challenge to take advantage of these markets if you don’t have the right international logistics policy in place. North American logistics can be a mystery to businesses that have never encountered it. Even companies that are currently shipping internationally encounter higher costs.
25,000+
Carriers in our network
25
Years average logistics experience of Sheer’s leadership team
$700MM+
Freight Under Management
8
Weeks standard TMS and Managed Transportation implementation timeline
1,000+
Established integrations with ERPs and point solutions
Why Choose Sheer Logistics as Your 4PL Provider
“A trustworthy relationship is dependent on understanding what success looks like from both sides, which requires being honest about what each company’s agenda looks like and trusting that one side won’t drag the other into a situation that doesn’t fit. There are no hidden agendas. ”
–Director Of Logistics And Transportation For A Sheer Client
Mexico Cross-Border Shipping Services
- Complete Cross-Border Logistics Solutions
- End-to-end service: pickup, export, customs clearance, and final delivery in the U.S.
- Seamless door-to-door service with no need for transloading
- Secure escort services for high-value shipments
- Strong partnerships with in-house MX and U.S. customs brokers
- Access to a 35,000 sq. ft. warehouse for cross-docking, inventory management, distribution, trans-loading, and more
- Versatile multi-modal transport options, including truckload, drayage, ISO tank, and flatbed
- Comprehensive cargo insurance coverage
Cross-Border Freight Companies are Not Created Equal
Inefficient shipping and outdated processes are a major expense for businesses that rely on logistics and shipping. As supply chains get more complex, expenses grow, and companies that are unable to adapt may find their shipping costs spiraling out of control. International shipping adds layers of complexity with the volume of instructions, requirements, and documents that need to be flawlessly prepared before your shipment approaches any border.
The answer lies in a dedicated shipping partner with the knowledge, technology, and experience to streamline international shipping and transform the process into a common-sense routine, making your international business simple and profitable.
Technology
At Sheer, we use transportation management systems that align logistics with every corner of your business. This helps international shipping immensely as it ensures paperwork is correct, and any issues are handled before the shipment leaves the dock.
Shipping Know-How
Cross-border freight companies add value through years of shipping experience. The additional challenges of international shipments need an experienced hand to guide them through the nuances of customs and border crossings.
Avoid Costly Delays at the Mexico Border
Shipping to and from Mexico can be tricky. Without the proper preparation, your shipment might be delayed days or weeks. Our Sheer Logistics branch office in Laredo, Texas, keeps your freight moving through one of the busiest ports of entry in and out of Mexico. We use certified carriers, trustworthy drayage carriers, and proven cross-border processes to securely get your shipment across the border cost-efficiently. With real-time shipping tools, you know the status of every shipment at all times.
Expert Commercial Shipping To and From Canada
With decades of international shipping experience, Sheer Logistics is the perfect solution when you need to get your shipments into or out of Canada. We understand Canadian and U.S. customs procedures, and each shipment is carefully planned out using proven industry best practices. Sheer Logistics makes shipping to Canada seamless and simple, and whether you need one shipment or 100, our services provide an expert resource for all your international shipping needs.
Sheer Logistics: Your Secret Ingredient to International Shipping Success
If your business has wanted to take advantage of international markets but didn’t have the capacity to ship internationally, or if you want to enhance your international shipping, Sheer Logistics has the knowledge, the technology, and the experience to develop a shipping strategy that allows you to easily meet customer expectations. We’ve been there, we’ve done that, and we put that knowledge to work.
Why Shippers Love Us
Where Your Freight is Going, You Don’t Need Roads
Most 3PL companies stick to trucks as their single mode of transportation. Over the road trucking is the lifeblood of any North American logistics strategy, but businesses wanting to expand internationally need to explore multi-modal shipping options. This is where Sheer Logistics lives up to its reputation as a complete shipping and supply chain authority. We use our considerable resources to develop an international shipping strategy that gets your products where they need to go quickly, efficiently, and safely. Our approach builds an international supply chain that becomes an important business advantage, allowing you to expand your reach, deliver to new and exciting markets, and grow exponentially.
Signs That Your Company Can Benefit from Sheer’s Cross Border Logistics Services
FAQ
What are the main challenges of cross-border logistics?
Cross-border logistics can pose many challenges for shippers, including:
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- Customs compliance and regulations
- Border delays
- Managing tariffs and duties
- Complex documentation
- Security and theft risks
- Cultural and language barriers
- Transportation and infrastructure shortcomings
- Supply chain visibility
What documentation is required for cross-border shipments?
Depending on the type, origin and destination of a shipment, a variety of documentation may be required:
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- Commercial invoice
- Bill of Lading (BOL)
- Packing list
- Certificate of Origin (COO)
- NAFTA/USMCA Certificate of Origin
- Customs declaration form
- Import/export licenses
- Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED)
- Insurance certificate
- Inspection certificates
What are some strategies for managing cross-border logistics risks?
- Develop strong partnerships with reliable logistics service providers, customs brokers and cross-border carriers
- Invest in real-time tracking and visibility technology
- Secure comprehensive cargo insurance
- Diversify transportation modes and routes to reduce reliance on any single mode
- Implement robust cargo security measures
- Use predictive analytics to forecast demand, supply chain bottleneck and to optimize routes
What are the benefits of outsourcing cross-border logistics to a logistics services provider (LSP)?
There are many benefits of outsourcing your cross-border logistics to an LSP. Here are a few of the top reasons shippers choose to outsource
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- Expertise in customs and compliance
- Access to transportation networks that specialize in cross-border logistics
- Cost savings
- Improved efficiencies that allow you to focus on your core competencies
- Enhanced logistics technology, including TMS, WMS and transportation visibility platforms
- Scalability, flexibility and agility
The Sheer Difference
Our mission is to build trust, use our brainpower for the best interests of every customer, and always deliver extraordinary results. Let’s Think Logistically.
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