Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Freight Forwarding Solutions in New York
Founded in 1997 by Simon Tung, a Columbia University alumnus, we are a full-service freight forwarding and logistics company dedicated to providing customized solutions for local, national, and global shipments. Our team of industry experts combines deep knowledge with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring tailored solutions for every client. We maintain strategic alliances with leading transportation carriers to deliver competitive rates and reliable service across air, ocean, and ground transportation.Our process-driven approach emphasizes continual improvement, with a focus on exceeding customer expectations and fostering a collaborative, family-oriented work environment. With offices in New York and strategic partnerships worldwide, we ensure seamless coordination of transportation, inventory, warehousing, and distribution to meet the evolving needs of modern supply chains.
Services
Air Export
Ocean Export
Ground Services
Custom Brokerage
Freight Forwarding
Customs Clearance
Domestic Courier
Hazardous Materials Handling
Project Cargo Logistics
Transportation Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized customer support for urgent shipping needs.
- Our strategic carrier alliances ensure competitive rates and global coverage.
- Customized logistics solutions tailored to your business's unique requirements.
- Process-driven organization focused on continual improvement and quality policies.
- Team of certified logistics professionals with decades of industry expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Federal Maritime Commission (FMC)
- TSA Known Shipper Program
Services
Air Export
As an IATA-certified forwarder, we provide access to hundreds of outbound flights from the U.S. with strategic carrier partnerships ensuring reliability and compliance. Our TSA-approved known shipper status enables rapid verification for time-sensitive shipments. Door-to-door services and global tracking ensure seamless international air transport for businesses of all sizes.
Ocean Export
Licensed by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC #17095N), we offer FCL and LCL ocean freight services with major carriers worldwide. Our expertise includes project cargo handling, hazardous materials transport, and real-time container tracking. Strategic service contracts ensure competitive rates for both full and partial container loads across all major trade lanes.
Ground Services
Our domestic network provides LTL and FTL trucking solutions with GPS tracking and specialized equipment options. We service all North American locations through a vast partner network, offering temperature-controlled vans, flatbeds, and liftgate services. Team driver options ensure precision deliveries for time-critical freight.
Custom Brokerage
Our in-house brokerage program handles U.S. and Canada customs clearance with automated duty drawback processing and compliance management. We provide duty/tax calculations, bond services, and regulatory compliance for imports/exports via land, sea, and air. Real-time tracking through My Global Trade Data ensures shipment visibility.
Freight Forwarding
We coordinate end-to-end supply chain management including warehousing, distribution, and multi-modal transportation. Our services cover hazardous materials handling, project cargo logistics, and transportation insurance. With 24/7 support and a process-driven approach, we ensure reliable delivery for businesses across industries.
People
Simon Tung
President
Founder Simon Tung established Columbia Logistics in 1997 after graduating from Columbia University. With over 25 years of industry experience, he leads our team with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Questions
What services does Columbia Logistics offer?
We provide air, ocean, and ground freight forwarding, customs brokerage, hazardous materials handling, project cargo logistics, and transportation insurance with 24/7 customer support.
Are you licensed for international shipping?
Yes, we are an IATA-certified airfreight forwarder and FMC-licensed NVOCC (#17095N) with global customs brokerage capabilities.
How do you handle urgent shipments?
Our TSA-known shipper status enables expedited processing, and our 24/7 customer service ensures immediate assistance for time-critical deliveries.
What areas do you serve?
We offer local, national, and global logistics solutions with strategic partners covering all major trade routes worldwide.
How can I track my shipment?
Real-time tracking is available through our My Global Trade Data platform for all air, ocean, and ground shipments.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our billing department directly for payment options and terms specific to your shipping requirements.
