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Marwest LLC is a USDOT-licensed international freight forwarder and customs broker specializing in Africa, China, and USA trade lanes. Six offices. 45+ countries. 18+ years of freight expertise.
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About Marwest LLC
A Global Freight Partner You Can Trust
Connecting Africa, China & the USA Since 2006
Marwest LLC is a USDOT-licensed (970772) international freight forwarder and customs broker headquartered in Texas, USA. Founded in 2006, we have built one of the most specialized freight networks connecting sub-Saharan Africa, China, and the Americas.
With six offices across three continents — Texas, Georgia, Shandong, Namibia, South Africa, and Togo — we deliver end-to-end freight solutions for ocean, air, road, rail, customs, warehousing, and trade finance, serving importers, exporters, and multinationals across 45+ countries.
We are more than a freight forwarder. We are a strategic trade partner — fluent in the commercial, regulatory, and cultural nuances of the markets we serve.
18+ Years of Global Freight Excellence
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Comprehensive Global Freight Solutions
Ocean Freight
FCL, LCL, RoRo, ISO tank, and project cargo solutions on all major trade lanes — Africa, China, USA, and beyond.
Learn moreAir Freight
Time-critical express air cargo via IATA-accredited partnerships with major passenger and all-cargo airlines worldwide.
Learn moreCustoms Brokerage
Licensed US customs brokerage for imports and exports — AMS filing, HTSUS classification, CBP compliance, and ISF.
Learn moreChina Export Solutions
End-to-end China export management: factory sourcing, quality inspection, cargo consolidation, and full documentation.
Learn moreTrade Finance
USD/RMB settlement, letters of credit facilitation, supplier payment management, and documentary collections.
Learn moreWarehousing & Distribution
Bonded and general warehousing at key gateway cities across Africa, China, and the USA with full inventory management.
Learn moreSix Offices. Three Continents. One Partner.
Texas (Headquarters)
Houston, Texas, USA
USDOT 970772 operations hub for North American freight, US customs brokerage, and global client services.
Learn moreGeorgia Office
Georgia, USA
East Coast operations supporting Port of Savannah and Atlantic trade route management.
Learn moreShandong, China
Shandong Province, China
China operations centre: factory sourcing, quality inspection, cargo consolidation, and export management.
Learn moreNamibia Office
Walvis Bay & Windhoek, Namibia
Southern Africa gateway via Walvis Bay — serving Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and beyond.
Learn moreSouth Africa
Durban, Cape Town & Johannesburg
Three-city operations covering South Africa's busiest port and commercial cities.
Learn moreTogo — West Africa Hub
Lome, Togo
West Africa logistics hub in one of the continent's fastest-growing port cities.
Learn moreWhy Fortune 500 Shippers & African Traders Choose Marwest LLC
USDOT & CBP Licensed
Fully licensed and bonded US carrier and customs broker — regulatory compliance across every jurisdiction we serve.
Africa-China-USA Specialists
18+ years of dedicated focus on the Africa-China-USA corridor — deep carrier relationships and route intelligence.
End-to-End Coverage
Ocean, air, road, rail, customs, warehousing, insurance, and trade finance — complete supply chain under one roof.
24/7 Global Support
Dedicated freight advisors available around the clock, covering all time zones from Texas to Shandong to Lagos.
Real-Time Visibility
Full shipment tracking from booking to final delivery through our client cargo portal.
Trade Finance Access
USD/RMB settlement and letter of credit facilitation for African importers sourcing from Chinese suppliers.
Full Regulatory Compliance
US CBP, IATA DGR, TSA Known Shipper, FMC NVOCC, and African port authority compliance at every step.
Dedicated Account Management
Every client has a named freight advisor who manages their account from first quote to final delivery.
Trusted, Licensed & Certified
USDOT 970772
Licensed US Department of Transportation freight carrier and operator. Fully bonded and insured.
US Licensed Customs Broker
CBP-licensed customs broker with expertise in HTSUS classification, AMS filing, ISF, and import compliance.
IATA DGR Certified
International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations certified — qualified to ship hazardous cargo by air.
TSA Known Shipper
US Transportation Security Administration approved Known Shipper — cleared to tender cargo to all US airlines.
FMC-Licensed NVOCC
Federal Maritime Commission licensed Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier for ocean freight operations.
FIATA Member
Member of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations — globally recognized industry credential.
Strategic Freight Routes We Master
Your Freight Journey with Marwest LLC
Ready to Move Cargo with Confidence?
Contact our freight specialists for a competitive, obligation-free quote. We respond within 4 business hours and cover all cargo types, all origins, and all destinations.
