# Contract management for freight forwarding Source: https://contracko.com/industries/freight-forwarding # Contract management for freight forwarding From forwarding agreements to customs bonds and multimodal transport contracts, manage every freight document in one place. Track rate validity, liability caps, and renewal dates automatically. [Start 7-day free trial](https://app.contracko.com/register) No credit card required, cancel anytime. ## Never let a contract slip through the cracks Stay on top of every deadline, renewal, and obligation with powerful automation and AI-powered insights. ### Extract liability regimes instantly Upload forwarding agreements and carrier subcontracts. Our AI automatically identifies liability caps, Incoterms, subcontracting clauses, and insurance requirements so you can assess risk across your network. ### One hub for every trade lane Store carrier contracts, customs authorizations, and insurance certificates in one searchable repository. Tag by trade lane, carrier, or client for instant retrieval. ### Never miss a rate card renewal Get timely alerts before carrier rate cards expire, customs bonds lapse, and insurance certificates need renewal. Protect your margins from missed renegotiation windows. ## Common contract types Store, track, and manage all your agreements in one centralized platform—no more scattered files or missed deadlines. ### Freight forwarding agreements Master contracts defining scope of services, liability regime, and fee structures between forwarder and shipper. ### Bills of lading Transport documents serving as receipt of goods, contract of carriage, and document of title for shipments. ### Customs brokerage agreements Contracts authorizing brokers to clear goods through customs and manage duty payments on behalf of importers. ### Carrier subcontracts Agreements with trucking, rail, ocean, and air carriers for physical transport of goods on specific routes. ### Warehouse service agreements Contracts for temporary storage, cross-docking, and cargo consolidation at transit points. ### Cargo insurance policies Policies covering loss or damage to goods during multimodal transport beyond carrier liability limits. ## Save time and reduce risk Automate tedious tasks, eliminate missed deadlines, and gain full visibility into your contract portfolio. ### [Carrier contract repository](https://contracko.com/features/contract-repository) Store forwarding agreements, carrier subcontracts, and customs authorizations in one searchable location organized by trade lane or client. ### [Rate card expiry alerts](https://contracko.com/features/expiration-reminder) Get notified before carrier rate cards and customs bond renewals expire so you can renegotiate before surcharges apply. ### [AI-powered clause extraction](https://contracko.com/features/ai-contract-analysis) Automatically extract liability caps, Incoterms references, and subcontracting restrictions from forwarding agreements. ### [Obligation tracking across parties](https://contracko.com/features/contract-tracking) Monitor insurance certificate renewals, customs compliance deadlines, and carrier performance commitments in one dashboard. ## Frequently asked questions Get answers to common questions about managing contracts in your industry. - **Q:** Can Contracko distinguish between contracts where we act as agent versus principal? **A:** Yes. You can tag each forwarding agreement by your role -- agent or principal -- and filter your repository accordingly. This makes it easy to see which contracts expose you to carrier-level liability and which limit you to arranging transport. AI analysis also flags liability regime language that indicates your contractual status. - **Q:** How does Contracko handle rate card validity periods across multiple carriers? **A:** Contracko extracts rate validity dates from carrier contracts and sends configurable reminders before they expire. You can set different lead times for ocean, air, and road carriers, giving your commercial team enough runway to renegotiate before surcharges kick in or rates lapse. - **Q:** Can we track customs bond and insurance certificate expirations? **A:** Yes. Upload customs bonds, cargo insurance policies, and carrier COI documents alongside your forwarding agreements. Contracko extracts expiry dates and sends alerts so compliance gaps never go unnoticed. You can filter by port, jurisdiction, or carrier. - **Q:** Does Contracko support multimodal contract structures? **A:** Contracko handles multi-document contract relationships. You can link a master forwarding agreement to its carrier subcontracts, customs authorizations, and insurance policies, giving you a complete view of obligations across every leg of a multimodal shipment. ## Related industries Explore how Contracko helps similar industries streamline their contract workflows. ### [Logistics & Distribution](https://contracko.com/industries/logistics) ### [Manufacturing](https://contracko.com/industries/manufacturing) ### [Retail & Wholesale](https://contracko.com/industries/retail-wholesale) ### [E-commerce](https://contracko.com/industries/ecommerce) ### Stop losing margin to missed rate card renewals Join freight forwarders and logistics coordinators who trust Contracko to manage their carrier contracts. Start your free trial today. 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