A party responsible for physically moving goods from location A to location B.

A party that physically receives a shipment. This may be the same party as the CUSTOMER.

Buyer, Purchaser.

AUTHORITY

A party responsible for processing the declarations on the import and export of goods.

IMPORTER

A party that facilitates goods movement through customs and handles the necessary documentation that must accompany international shipments. This may be carried out by the FORWARDER, the SUPPLIER/SHIPPER, CUSTOMER/CONSIGNEE, or any agent acting on behalf of the Importer/Exporter i.e. Customs Broker.

A party responsible for providing coordination and assistance in all phases of freight movement from the exporter's location to final destination. Also know as FREIGHT FORWARDER.

A party that physically prepares the goods, and may load them onto transportation vehicles for delivery. Also known as the CONSIGNOR. May be the same party as the SUPPLIER.

A party which provides, by way of trade, goods and/or services. May also act as the SHIPPER. May also be known as : Seller, Vendor.