Expert Freight Forwarding Services in Texas

Move freight across Texas, nationwide, and internationally with Sims Global Solutions’ streamlined forwarding support. From Houston-area port drayage to I-35 truckload lanes and urgent expedited freight, our team coordinates carriers, modes, tracking, and documentation so your shipments move efficiently, cost-effectively, and with clear visibility from pickup through final delivery.

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Our Freight Forwarding Services

Flexible forwarding solutions for Texas shippers moving freight locally, nationwide, cross-border, or overseas.

LTL Shipping

Coordinate standard, volume, expedited, liftgate, residential, and inside delivery freight through direct API integrations with more than 70 leading LTL carriers.

Truckload Freight

Move full truckload freight through a broad carrier network with multiple equipment options, faster transit potential, reduced handling, and streamlined transportation planning.

Intermodal Shipping

Combine rail and truck transportation to reduce handling, improve efficiency, support long-haul lanes, and identify cost-beneficial modal conversion opportunities.

Drayage

Support short-distance container and freight moves between ports, rail yards, warehouses, and other destinations with coordinated local transportation planning.

International Forwarding

Handle ocean freight, air cargo, cross-border, national, regional, and local forwarding needs through established logistics relationships and international service capabilities.

Expedited Freight

Prioritize urgent freight with expedited LTL, truckload, hot shot, and time-sensitive transportation options designed for faster transit and active monitoring.

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Our Freight Forwarding Process

Assess Freight Requirements

We review your origin, destination, cargo dimensions, weight, handling needs, timeline, and documentation requirements. For Texas freight, this may include port activity, regional distribution schedules, or cross-border considerations affecting routing and equipment selection.

Select the Best Mode

Coordinate Carrier Execution

Track Every Shipment

Review and Optimize

The Sims Difference

Why Choose Sims Global Solutions?

Sims Global Solutions combines technology, carrier access, and hands-on logistics expertise.

Carrier Reach

Access over 150,000 carriers for Texas lanes, national distribution, and specialized freight needs.

Smart Technology

SimsTrak provides real-time tracking, quoting, reporting, and visibility for every shipment.

Multi-Modal

Coordinate LTL, truckload, drayage, intermodal, expedited, warehousing, and international freight with one provider.

Dedicated Support

Texas port, border, heavy haul, and retail freight receive responsive hands-on coordination.

Meet the Freight Team

Experienced logistics experts supporting complex freight decisions.

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Billy

Corporate Sales Manager – Heavy Haul Trucking

Billy serves as Corporate Sales Manager – Heavy Haul Trucking at Sims Global Solutions, bringing deep expertise in asset-based freight and complex trucking solutions. Leveraging the company's own fleet of assets alongside the industry-leading SimsTrak Transportation Management System, Billy excels at identifying and capturing opportunities that traditional freight brokerages often cannot access. His approach focuses on building meaningful client relationships, supported by a fully integrated TMS and CRM platform that streamlines documentation and communication. Billy is committed to delivering cost-effective, reliable heavy haul solutions to customers across all industries, from Fortune 100 companies to specialized sectors like aerospace, defense, and material handling, ensuring every shipment is handled with precision and care.

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Chase

Agency Owner Since 2016

Chase has been an Agency Owner with Sims Global Solutions since 2016, building nearly a decade of success as an independent freight sales agent within the SGS network. He brings a hands-on, relationship-first philosophy to every client partnership, consistently outperforming larger competitors through personalized service and deep industry knowledge. Backed by Sims Global's cutting-edge technology stack, dedicated operations team, and multi-modal capabilities spanning truckload, LTL, expedited, intermodal, and warehousing, Chase delivers adaptive shipping solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. His long-standing tenure reflects his commitment to the company's core values of loyalty, transparency, and continuous improvement, helping clients nationwide streamline their logistics and reduce operational costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a freight forwarder charge?

Freight forwarder charges vary based on shipment size, weight, lane, freight class, equipment type, accessorial needs, timing, and mode selection. LTL, truckload, intermodal, expedited, and international freight all price differently. Sims Global Solutions uses carrier integrations, market intelligence, and SimsTrak quoting tools to compare options and help identify cost-effective solutions before booking.

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Still Have Freight Questions?

Get practical answers before your next shipment moves.

Freight Service Areas

Supporting Texas shippers with nationwide, North American, and international freight forwarding coverage.

150,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

All 50 States

Coverage

24/7 TMS Access

Visibility

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Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

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TIA Member

Transportation Intermediaries Association membership.

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A+ Cargo Insurance

Extra protection for sensitive freight.

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SimsTrak TMS

Real-time visibility through proprietary technology.

Plan Your Next Texas Shipment

Share your shipment details, deadlines, equipment needs, and destination. Our team will help identify the right forwarding solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 855-326-8671. You can also send us a quick email at ContactSims@ShipSims.com.