GNF Group Sdn Bhd

What GNF Group Sdn Bhd does

GNF Group Sdn Bhd, operating under the GNF Logistics name, is a privately-held international freight forwarding and supply chain management company. It was originally established in China and has since established a second operational hub in Malaysia, with offices and associates in both countries. The company positions itself as a one-stop logistics provider covering air freight, sea freight (NVOCC FCL/LCL), road freight (FTL, LTL, temperature-controlled, cross-border trucking), warehousing and distribution, trucking and haulage, customs brokerage for both Malaysia and China, and sourcing/procurement services. Its geographic reach, per company claims, extends across six Asian markets: China, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia.

The underlying technology layer consists of a multi-modal freight forwarding platform that integrates an online shipping cost calculator (covering air, sea, and road freight with add-on services such as parcel photo capture and cargo insurance at 0.3% of parcel value), a web-based customer portal at web.gnfgroup.net for registered users (VIP and Agent tiers), and the back-office documentation needed for customs clearance. Distribution combines enterprise direct sales for large accounts, self-serve online quoting for SMB and individual shippers, an agent/reseller network, and an outbound marketing presence on TikTok and Instagram.

The business model is transaction-based: revenue is earned as fees on each shipment handled across the seven service lines, with pricing delivered via quote (and estimated via the online calculator). There is no disclosed subscription or platform revenue. The company reports Y2022 operational metrics of more than 850 tonnes, 600+ TEUs, 30,000+ m³, and over 1,000 customers. Headcount is reported at 5 employees, which is materially smaller than the operational footprint would suggest and implies heavy reliance on agents, associates, and outsourced capacity in each served market. No external funding, ownership changes, certifications, or awards are disclosed.

Name

GNF Group Sdn Bhd

Legal name

GNF Logistics Sdn. Bhd.

Website

https://gnfgroup.net

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GNF Group Sdn Bhd (GNF Logistics) is a Malaysian-headquartered, privately-held international freight forwarder providing air, sea, and road freight forwarding, customs brokerage, warehousing, and sourcing services across China and Southeast Asia for import/export businesses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412), General Warehousing and Storage (493110)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Water Transportation (4400), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLACABAA

FCL (Full Container Load) Ocean Forwarding

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Ocean Freight Forwarding (FCL/LCL)

SECONDARYTLACABAG

Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance)

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Ocean Freight Forwarding (FCL/LCL)

SECONDARYTLACABAF

Ocean Export Forwarding (Booking/VGM/SI/BL)

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Ocean Freight Forwarding (FCL/LCL)

SECONDARYTLACABAL

Trade Compliance & Ocean Regulatory Services (Sanctions/Export Controls)

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Ocean Freight Forwarding (FCL/LCL)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Logistics services
• Customs brokerage
• Warehousing distribution
• Supply chain management

Headquarters

HQ city

Subang Jaya

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Air Freight Services: Fees charged for international and domestic air freight transportation services including consolidation, transhipment, and specialized cargo handling
2. Sea Freight Services: Fees for ocean freight including FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) services, NVOCC operations
3. Road Freight Services: Road transportation fees including FTL, LTL, temperature-controlled loads, and cross-border trucking
4. Custom Brokerage Services: Customs brokerage and clearance services for imports and exports, permit applications, and tariff compliance
5. Warehousing & Distribution Services: Storage, distribution, cargo handling, labeling, packing, and fumigation services
6. Trucking & Haulage Services: Container haulage, project cargo handling, and in-transit services
7. Sourcing & Procurement Services: Sourcing, procurement, and inspection services for various products

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

GNF Group Sdn Bhd is an international freight forwarding and logistics company providing air, sea, and road freight services, complemented by customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, trucking and haulage, and sourcing and procurement services. The company operates multimodal transportation routes with a particular focus on China and Malaysia trade corridors, supported by an online shipping calculator and customer portal for service management.

Product overview

GNF Group Sdn Bhd operates as a comprehensive logistics and freight forwarding platform offering an integrated suite of services. The core portfolio comprises Air Freight, Sea Freight, and Road Freight transportation services, supplemented by Warehousing & Distribution, Trucking & Haulage, Custom Brokerage, and Sourcing & Procurement services. The platform also includes a web-based Online Quote Calculator for real-time shipping cost estimation and a Customer Portal for account management. With presence in China and Malaysia, the company provides multimodal transportation routes with a focus on Asia-Pacific trade corridors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Freight Services International and domestic air freight services including consolidation, transhipment, cargo/customs clearance, air freighter chartering, and break bulk cargo handling for high value, dangerous goods, and cold chain shipments. Designed for businesses requiring time-sensitive international shipping.
• Sea Freight Services International and domestic sea freight services including NVOCC FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) solutions, consolidation, and specialized cargo handling for high value, dangerous goods, cold chain, and odd-sized shipments. Targets businesses moving large-volume cargo internationally.
• Road Freight Services Domestic and cross-border road transportation services covering full loads (FTL), part loads (LTL/PTL), temperature controlled loads, and cross-border trucking across and within Malaysia and the region. For businesses requiring flexible ground transportation.
• Warehousing & Distribution Services Secure warehousing and distribution solutions with short and long term storage, cargo loading and unloading, labeling, packing, distribution, and packing/crating services at strategically located facilities. Also includes fumigation and pest control. Targets businesses needing storage and order fulfillment.
• Trucking & Haulage Services Trucking and haulage services for various container sizes (20ft, 40ft, 45ft), including cross-border trucking, container haulage, project cargo handling, in-transit fumigation, and depot services. Supports container movement and last-mile delivery for businesses.
• Custom Brokerage Services Customs clearance services for imports and exports, import/export permits application, customs evaluation of merchandise, import duty and tax assessment, classification of GNF codes, and customs clearance operations in Malaysia and China. For businesses engaged in international trade requiring regulatory compliance.
• Sourcing & Procurement Services Specialized sourcing, procurement, and inspection services for various products, providing end-to-end supply chain procurement solutions to enhance customer experience and create a more resilient organization. Targets businesses seeking integrated procurement and logistics support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Established global network connecting businesses across multiple continents
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Yusen Logistics (Nippon Yusen): Global Japanese-headquartered logistics company with strong Asia footprint offering air/ocean forwarding, contract logistics, and customs services. Comparable on multi-modal offering and Asia regional presence, though much larger scale.
• Expeditors International: Global asset-light freight forwarder specializing in air and ocean freight with strong Asia-Pacific operations. Comparable on the asset-light forwarding model and NVOCC-style ocean operations.
• DHL Global Forwarding: World's largest air and ocean freight forwarder with extensive Asia-Pacific operations and integrated customs, warehousing, and supply chain services. Overlaps directly on multi-modal portfolio, customs brokerage, and SMB/enterprise target customers.
• Kuehne + Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders offering integrated sea, air, road, and contract logistics globally. Comparable in service breadth (NVOCC, customs, warehousing) but vastly larger scale and global network.

Direct peers

• Tiong Nam Logistics Solutions Berhad: Malaysian integrated logistics provider offering freight forwarding (air/sea/land), warehousing, and contract logistics. Directly comparable regional player with similar end-to-end service breadth and Malaysia-based operations.
• EFS Logistics (Eastern Freight Lines): Independent Asian freight forwarder with operations in China and Southeast Asia, offering sea/air freight and customs brokerage. Closely comparable independent mid-market forwarder with similar China-ASEAN focus.
• Century Logistics Holdings Berhad: Malaysia-listed logistics company providing freight forwarding, trucking, warehousing, and distribution services. Comparable mid-tier Malaysian forwarder serving similar import/export customer segments.
• FM Global Logistics Holdings Berhad: Malaysia-based freight forwarder offering integrated logistics including sea, air, and land freight, plus warehousing and customs brokerage. Highly comparable mid-market Malaysian forwarder with overlapping service portfolio and regional ASEAN focus.

Emerging players

• Freight Mark Technology (FreightAmigo): Hong Kong-based digital freight platform combining online quote comparison, booking, and shipment management for air, sea, and road freight. Comparable on the digital/online quoting approach and Asia-Pacific focus, though more tech-led.

Regional players

• Transnational Diversified Group (TDG): Philippines-headquartered regional logistics group with freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and supply chain services across Southeast Asia. Comparable ASEAN-focused forwarder with similar SMB and enterprise customer mix.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/gnf_logistics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gnf-group-sdn-bhd

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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