Cargopedia

What Cargopedia does

Cargopedia is a Toronto-headquartered international freight forwarder and logistics services provider, founded in 1995 and operating for over 31 years. The company coordinates cross-border and global freight movement for businesses and individuals, offering a multi-modal service portfolio that spans air freight, ocean freight (LCL and FCL), truck freight (LTL and FTL), rail shipping, car shipping, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, warehousing and distribution, door-to-door shipping, project cargo, dangerous goods handling, and international moving. Service delivery is supported by a sales-led, consultative go-to-market built around quote requests, phone inquiries, and email, supplemented by content marketing via a blog and active social profiles on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

The company's core operational technology is the third-party CargoWise logistics platform, used for freight coordination, shipment management, and documentation across modes. Cargopedia is a member of WCA (World Cargo Alliance), CIFFA, IATA, and a recognized maritime shipping network, providing access to vetted international freight forwarding partners across Asia-Pacific, North America, and Europe. Its customer base is segmented vertically across Automotive, Healthcare, Retail, Technology & Electronics, Chemical & Plastics, Paper & Packaging, Food & Beverage, and Manufacturing, with additional exposure to individuals through international long-distance moving services.

The business model is primarily transaction-fee based: revenue is generated from freight coordination charges, customs brokerage fees, warehousing and distribution services, and cargo insurance coordination (priced at approximately 2% of declared cargo value for full coverage). Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed, varies by weight, dimensions, cargo type, route, and service level, and is billed on a pay-as-you-go basis. Operations are anchored in a Toronto headquarters at 5000 Yonge Street and a US office in South San Francisco, with service coverage extending across major Canadian cities (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary) and the San Francisco Bay Area, supporting cross-border and trans-Pacific trade lanes.

Name

Cargopedia

Legal name

Cargopedia Inc.

Website

https://cargopedia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Cargopedia is a Toronto-based international freight forwarder that coordinates air, ocean, truck, rail, and car shipping, plus customs brokerage, warehousing, and insurance, for businesses and individuals across Canada and the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

General Cargo Air Freight Forwarding (Airport-to-Airport / Door-to-Door) (TLACAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ocean Import Forwarding (Destination Handling/DO/ISF) (TLACABAE), Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG), International Freight Forwarding (Air/Ocean) for Personal Effects (HSAKACAD)

Keywords

• International freight forwarding
• Air freight services
• Ocean freight shipping
• Customs brokerage
• Warehousing and distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Core revenue from coordinating air, ocean, truck, and car shipping services. Charges based on shipment characteristics including weight, dimensions, cargo type, and destination. Revenue derived from service fees, documentation charges, handling fees, and coordination charges.
2. Customs Brokerage Services: Revenue from facilitating customs clearance, documentation preparation, and compliance coordination for international shipments.
3. Warehousing and Distribution: Revenue from storage, shipment staging, inventory flow management, and outbound coordination services.
4. Cargo Insurance Coordination: Cargo insurance offered as an additional service at approximately 2% of cargo value for full coverage. Revenue from facilitating insurance coverage for shipments in transit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cargopedia is an international freight forwarder that coordinates the movement of cargo across air, ocean, truck, rail, and vehicle transport modes for businesses and individuals. It delivers end-to-end logistics services including LCL/FCL ocean freight, LTL/FTL truck freight, air cargo, car shipping, door-to-door delivery, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, warehousing and distribution, project cargo, and dangerous goods handling, serving customers shipping between Canada, the USA, and international destinations such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, and Europe.

Product overview

Cargopedia is a freight forwarding and logistics services company offering a suite of coordinated services including air freight, ocean freight (LCL and FCL), truck freight (LTL/FTL), car shipping, rail shipping, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, warehousing and distribution, door-to-door shipping, project cargo, dangerous goods handling, international long-distance moving, and business relocation. Services are offered as a unified logistics offering rather than a modular platform; customers select individual services or end-to-end coordinated solutions based on their cargo type, route, and timeline.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Freight International and domestic air cargo shipping for urgent, high-value, or time-sensitive shipments, including customs documentation support and flight coordination. Targeted at businesses and individuals moving time-critical cargo.
• Ocean Freight International ocean freight shipping including LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load) options for commercial cargo, industrial goods, and containerized freight across global trade routes.
• Truck Freight Ground transportation services including LTL (Less Than Truckload) and FTL (Full Truckload), dry van, and flatbed truck freight for local, regional, cross-border, and North American shipments.
• Car Shipping Vehicle transport services including open carrier, enclosed transport, Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off), and containerized vehicle shipping for dealerships, exporters, businesses, and individuals across domestic, cross-border, and international routes.
• Rail Shipping Rail freight coordination for intermodal shipments across major North American trade corridors, connecting with truck and ocean transport for comprehensive logistics solutions.
• Customs Brokerage Services Customs clearance support and documentation coordination for imports, exports, and cross-border freight, including assistance with CBSA/CBP filing, tariff classification, and customs compliance.
• Cargo Insurance Transit insurance coverage options for commercial goods, industrial cargo, vehicles, and cross-border freight, with coverage priced at approximately 2% of declared cargo value, including full coverage for dents and scratches.
• Warehousing & Distribution Storage, inventory flow, shipment staging, order picking, pallet handling, and outbound freight coordination for importers, exporters, e-commerce businesses, and manufacturers.
• Door-to-Door Shipping End-to-end shipping solutions coordinating pickup, transportation, customs clearance, and final delivery to the consignee's address across air, ocean, and ground freight modes.
• Project Cargo Specialized logistics for oversized, heavy-lift, or complex cargo requiring tailored planning, equipment, and handling coordination.
• Dangerous Goods Shipping Transportation of hazardous materials including proper documentation, labeling, and compliance with TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) classification requirements.
• International Long Distance Moving Relocation services for individuals moving household goods and personal effects internationally, including customs documentation and door-to-door coordination.
• Business Relocation Corporate relocation services coordinating the movement of office equipment, machinery, and business assets across domestic, cross-border, and international routes.
• Shipment Tracking Cargo visibility and tracking support enabling customers to monitor shipment status across air, ocean, truck, customs, and vehicle transport modes from pickup to final delivery.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WCA (World Cargo Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in WCA global logistics network providing access to worldwide freight forwarding partners, shared resources, and industry best practices. Allows Cargopedia to coordinate international shipments through a network of vetted freight forwarders across global trade routes.
• CIFFA (Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional association membership demonstrating adherence to industry standards and best practices in Canadian freight forwarding. CIFFA certification and training programs support professional development and industry credibility.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIATA membership enables air cargo freight forwarding operations, providing accreditation for coordinating international air freight shipments. Required for handling air cargo documentation and carrier relationships.
• Maritime Shipping NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in recognized maritime shipping network supporting ocean freight forwarding operations across international sea routes.
• CargoWisecoreTechnology or IntegrationCargoWise logistics platform used for freight coordination, shipment management, documentation processing, and operational workflow management across air, ocean, and ground freight services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCklMYxmDeM0ykcL2gE55Anw
• Facebookfacebook.com/CargopediaInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cargopedia-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/cargopedia
• Xx.com/cargpedia

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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