Freight Consult

What Freight Consult does

Freight Consult Ghana Limited is a Ghanaian freight forwarding, logistics, and maritime services company established in 2006 and incorporated in 2007, headquartered in Accra with operational offices at Tema, Kotoka International Airport Cargo Village, and Takoradi, plus a USA entity (Freight Consult Int. LLC) in Macungie, Pennsylvania. The company offers eight integrated service lines: air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL/breakbulk/RoRo), haulage and road transportation, warehousing and distribution in the Tema free-zone enclave, ship chandling, customs brokerage and clearance, project/specialized cargo handling, and FC Express Courier Services as a dedicated sub-brand for time-sensitive parcel logistics.

The underlying technology is the proprietary FC Management System, a customer portal providing end-to-end shipment visibility from booking through final delivery, with real-time tracking, document access, and a 7-year document retention service. The business is a fully accredited GRA customs house agent licensed to operate at Ghana's three primary cargo gateways (Tema Port, Takoradi Port, Kotoka International Airport). International reach is delivered through alliance-based distribution rather than proprietary global assets: Freight Consult is the Primary Agent for the PSA BDP Global network in Ghana (148+ countries) and a member of the Centrolene Network (300+ forwarders), the New Silk Road Network, and Noatum Logistics.

The go-to-market is enterprise field sales with a quote-based pricing model, supported by a website quote-request funnel, content marketing, and B2B-oriented social channels. The customer base spans oil & gas, defense and military, mining, retail and consumer goods, chemicals, construction equipment, technology and electronics, healthcare, and e-commerce. Named enterprise customers include Coca-Cola, Puma Energy, Huawei, and Mantrac. The company is privately held, founder/management-owned, with no external funding rounds recorded, and operates in a competitive West African logistics market increasingly supported by the expansion of Tema Port.

Name

Freight Consult

Legal name

Freight Consult Ghana Limited

Website

https://freightconsult.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Freight Consult is a Ghana-based freight forwarder and logistics provider offering air, ocean, road, customs brokerage, warehousing, and ship-chandling services to enterprise clients across West Africa, with global reach through the PSA BDP network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding & Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Cross-Border Freight Brokerage (USMCA/EU, etc.) (TLADAMAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Customs Consulting & Brokerage Outsourcing (Managed Brokerage, Brokerage Operations) (TLACAFAI), Export/Import Documentation Preparation (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Shipper’s Letter of Instruction) (TLACAHAD), Customs & Regulatory Filing Documentation (Entry/Exit Summaries, Declarations, ENS/AMS/ACI) (TLACAHAE)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Customs brokerage services
• Ocean freight shipping
• Air freight logistics
• Warehousing distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Accra

HQ country

Ghana

HQ region

Africa

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Core revenue stream from air freight, ocean freight, and multimodal transport services connecting Ghana to global destinations.
2. Customs Brokerage: Licensed customs house agent services for clearance at Tema Port, Kotoka International Airport, and Takoradi Port.
3. Warehousing & Distribution: Secure modern warehousing facilities at free zone enclave in Tema, including bonded storage, cold storage, and inventory management services.
4. Haulage & Transportation: Road transportation services covering Ghana and broader West African region with modern fleet for real-time delivery tracking.
5. Ship Chandling: Comprehensive ship provisioning services to vessels calling at Tema, including provisions, technical supplies, and general stores.
6. Courier Services: FC Express Courier Services for domestic and international courier delivery, including same-day and next-day options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Freight Consult provides comprehensive freight forwarding, logistics, and maritime services from Ghana, including air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, warehousing, haulage, ship chandling, and specialized project cargo handling. The company operates as a fully accredited customs house agent at Tema Port, Takoradi Port, and Kotoka International Airport, with global reach through partnerships with PSA BDP, Centrolene Network, and Noatum Logistics.

Product overview

Freight Consult Ghana Limited offers a comprehensive suite of freight forwarding, logistics, and maritime services across Africa and globally. The company's portfolio includes eight core service lines: Air Freight Solutions, Ocean Freight Solutions, Haulage & Transportation, Warehousing & Distribution, Ship Chandling, Customs Brokerage & Clearance, Project Cargo/Specialized Cargo, and FC Express Courier Services. These services work together as an integrated logistics offering, providing end-to-end solutions from air, sea, and land transportation to customs clearance, warehousing, and specialized project cargo handling.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FC Express Courier Services: Fast, reliable courier solutions for urgent documents and small packages requiring immediate attention, offering same-day and next-day delivery options, international express services, document and package tracking, proof of delivery confirmation, secure handling of confidential materials, and pharma delivery.

Products and services

• Air Freight Solutions Fast, reliable air cargo services connecting Ghana to global destinations, handling everything from small packages to large shipments with express and standard options, cargo consolidation, real-time tracking, and specialized handling for fragile and valuable items.
• Ocean Freight Solutions Cost-effective sea freight solutions for general shipments and heavy or specialized cargo, including Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL), Roll-on/Roll-off services, breakbulk cargo handling, temperature-controlled shipping, and port-to-port and door-to-door delivery.
• Haulage & Transportation Reliable road transportation services covering Ghana and the broader West African region with modern fleet, real-time delivery tracking, nationwide distribution networks, cross-border transportation, specialized vehicle options, and last-mile delivery solutions.
• Warehousing & Distribution Secure, modern warehousing facilities at the free zone enclave in Tema with short-term and long-term storage, climate-controlled storage, professional inventory management, efficient packing and repacking services, product labeling and kitting operations, and cross-docking and consolidation services.
• Ship Chandling Comprehensive ship chandling services to vessels calling at Tema, including fresh provisions, frozen foods, dry goods, galley equipment, engine room spares, deck supplies, safety equipment, navigational instruments, and general ship stores.
• Customs Brokerage & Clearance Expert customs brokerage services ensuring swift clearance and regulatory compliance as a fully accredited customs house agent, including complete customs clearance processing, full documentation assistance, and fast customs release at Tema Port, Takoradi Port, and Kotoka International Airport.
• Project Cargo / Specialized Cargo Expert handling of oversized, overweight, and complex project cargo requiring specialized equipment and expertise, including out-of-gauge and breakbulk cargo handling, heavy lift transportation, project logistics planning, route surveys, permit assistance, and end-to-end project cargo management.
• FC Express Courier Services Fast, reliable courier solutions for urgent documents and small packages with same-day and next-day delivery options, international express services, document and package tracking, proof of delivery confirmation, secure handling of confidential materials, and pharma delivery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48-hour port clearance / 24-hour airport clearance KPIs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• PSA BDP / BDP InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFreight Consult serves as the Primary Agent for PSA BDP Global network in Ghana. This partnership provides access to over 148 countries with complete supply chain solutions built on best-in-class processes and global presence combined with agile, personalized service delivery.
• Centrolene NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in Centrolene Network connects Freight Consult with over 300 freight forwarders worldwide, ensuring no destination is beyond reach. This strategic membership extends global capabilities and network coverage.
• New Silk Road NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in New Silk Road Network provides additional global connectivity for freight forwarding services across Asia, Europe, and Africa trade corridors.
• Noatum LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Noatum Logistics, a leading supply chain management company with strategic positioning across 25+ countries, further strengthens global capabilities and service offerings.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: The world's largest air and ocean freight forwarder with significant Africa presence. Operates air/ocean forwarding, customs brokerage, and warehousing — a global incumbent whose entry into or expansion in Ghana would compete directly with Freight Consult's enterprise accounts.
• Expeditors International: Asset-light global freight forwarder with network coverage across Africa via agent partners. Competes for ocean and air freight forwarding business from multinational clients operating in Ghana.
• Agility Logistics: Global logistics provider with a strong Middle East and Africa platform, offering freight forwarding, customs, and warehousing comparable to Freight Consult's offerings. A broader incumbent operating across continents.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the top three global freight forwarders, with established operations across West Africa serving similar vertical segments (oil & gas, mining, FMCG). A broader incumbent offering comparable air/ocean forwarding and customs capabilities, but from a vastly larger global network.
• CMA CGM Logistics (CEVA): Ocean carrier-owned logistics arm offering end-to-end forwarding, contract logistics, and customs services globally including Africa. Competes for similar ocean freight consolidation volumes that Freight Consult arranges to and from Tema.
• Maersk Logistics & Services: Integrated container logistics arm of the world's largest ocean carrier. Active across West Africa with end-to-end ocean forwarding, customs, and inland logistics — directly comparable service scope to Freight Consult for shipper-side needs.

Direct peers

• Imperial Logistics: Africa-headquartered (South Africa) freight and contract logistics provider with growing West African footprint, providing freight forwarding, customs, and warehousing. Operates in similar mining, FMCG, and chemical verticals.
• GAC Group: Global shipping, logistics, and marine services provider with deep roots across Africa and the Middle East, including ship chandling, freight forwarding, and customs clearance — making it one of the closest comparables in terms of integrated maritime-logistics services in Africa.
• Bolloré Transport & Logistics: Major global freight forwarder with one of the densest Africa networks (40+ African countries), offering customs brokerage, multimodal forwarding, warehousing, and project logistics — directly overlapping with Freight Consult's service portfolio and target segments in mining, oil & gas, and consumer goods across West Africa.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/freightconsultgh
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/freightconsultghana
• Instagraminstagram.com/freightconsultgh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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