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Cross border

Bringing production closer is only half the equation—efficiently getting goods across the border is what makes nearshoring work.


Leveraging nearshoring has clear benefits for businesses engaged in cross-border trade in North America. However, it’s not always easy to find the optimal balance. Hurdles such as limited cross-dock capacity, customs complexity, road freight constraints, and limited visibility can be a hindrance, but they should not hold you back.

Our experts help you harness nearshoring’s potential. Supported by strategically located assets, a robust trucking network, and a deep understanding of the North American customs landscape, we ensure your goods reach their destination in full compliance, cost-efficiently, and on time.

Above all, having a set of proven services at your disposal—and the right people on your side—ensures your business can fully take advantage of North American nearshoring while focusing on accomplishing your goals in the region.

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The benefits of our cross-border solution

Utilize our eleven strategically located cross-dock space and warehousing. Pristine and modern facilities shoulder the burden of heavy demand and save you the cost of purchasing owned assets. Bonded warehouses and Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) also help you optimize customs-related expenditures.

Kuehne+Nagel is well-renowned for providing businesses with compliant and cost-efficient customs solutions in dynamic international trade environments. Relying on expert knowledge allows you to easily navigate tariff and trade policy changes, while partnering with one provider ensures complete legal compliance. 

Given geographical and infrastructural considerations, road freight forms the backbone of North American logistics. However, finding capacity can be challenging, particularly when demand is high. Our service gives you dependable road freight options, including intermodal, specialized cargo, full- and less-than-truckload services.

Our services can be tailored to meet industry-specific requirements. Whether you’re operating in the automotive sector, moving valuable healthcare products, shipping high-tech or semiconductor components, or need a partner adept at handling dangerous goods, we offer you uncompromisable quality and total compliance.

Solidify your border operations across North America


Locating your business operations in strategic areas along the US-Mexico border provides a powerful pathway to enhanced supply chain resilience, reduced costs, and faster distribution. Regardless of which direction your cross-border goods need to flow, our robust regional network and expert services support seamless operations, ensuring your goods reach their destinations on schedule and in perfect condition.

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Dependable road freight capacity, without fail


Less-than-truckload

Our integrated LTL network and cross-dock sites improve transit times and provide flexible shipping options.


Full truckload

Access a network of reliable and trusted carriers—both national and regional—to match your business’ specific needs


Specialized cargo

We handle temperature-sensitive, oversized, and high-value freight and provide services including drayage, flatbeds, dry vans, and escorts.


Intermodal

As one of North America’s few intermodal marketing companies (IMCs), we combine modes to deliver cost-saving and emissions-reducing door-to-door solutions across the continent.

Total control and stringent security measures are critical to effective cross-border logistics—knowing your goods are in safe hands is invaluable


Our Preferred Carriers Program is central to our commitment to only working with C-TPAT-qualified (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) providers. Our ability to quickly source volume with these suppliers ensures the on-time and safe delivery of your goods without compromising safety.

Building on our dedication to providing unparalleled safety, we enforce strict security protocols to reduce the risk of product loss from theft. You can choose from a range of custom security packages based on your risk profile. Our services offer a single point of contact and 24/7 support from specially trained staff.

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Real-time eyes on the road

Road Customer Visibility, our cloud-based visibility dashboard, gives you real-time insights at the truck or item level. It allows you to automate workflows, promptly address deviations, reduce product waste, and keep your stakeholders informed about shipment location and integrity—from pick-up to delivery.

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Industry-specific solutions, giving you uncompromisable quality and total compliance