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Interested in becoming a FORCE associate member?

Notes To Application Form

Notes on completion and return of the FORCE application form

Letter Of Undertaking

Accept memberships of The International FORCE Companay Limited

Benefits & Information

Established in 1982, FORCE (Freight Organization of Related Cargo Experts) is a global network of independent companies operating freight and logistics services by air, sea and road, with a comprehensive range of ancillary options. By joining FORCE, its members, which are in the main privately-owned national companies, access a worldwide infrastructure of forwarding professionals and, as a result, are able to operate effectively anywhere in the world.

FORCE membership is synonymous with the highest standards of service and is a guarantee of a reliable, global and multi-modal capability in cargo carriage and handling. Membership is generally by invitation and awarded to selected forwarders, with a proven track record which can demonstrate a healthy and secure foundation to its enterprise.

The Benefits to member companies includes

  1. Increased business opportunities through sales leads generated by inter-member co-operation
  2. Networking opportunities at annual congress and regional informal meetings
  3. Only one member per country is appointed, with the stated aim of ensuring all FORCE network traffic moves through you
  4. Free copies of the newsletter which contains need-to-know information about new international trade requirements and forwarding news
  5. Entry into the organization’s Members’ Directory, posted on the website and soft copy sent to each member
  6. The opportunity to contribute to FORCE publications, assisting the promotion of your company, within the membership and wider industry
  7. Use of the widely recognized FORCE logo for full members, and a membership certificate
  8. Access to a wide range of free advice and information from the Secretariat
  9. Arbitration service if disputes occur between members
  10. A forum for having your company views and concerns represented effectively
  11. A range of Best Practice documents.