How you benefit
What You Gain as a BlueOak Freight Network Member
If your application to join the BlueOak Freight Network is approved, here are the benefits you can expect:
An Place in the Network
Across the world's 564 major territories, we appoint just one freight forwarder to represent BlueOak Freight Network.
Each member functions as a "virtual branch office" of the network.
Each member functions as a "virtual branch office" of the network.
New Business Opportunities
All members commit to routing a steadily growing share of their total shipments through other BlueOak Freight Network members. Compliance is checked regularly. As a result, you will receive routed cargo, freehand shipments, and sales leads from across the network—while remaining free to keep working with your current partners whenever you choose.
Reliable Partners Everywhere
Every BlueOak Freight Network member is thoroughly vetted for financial stability, creditworthiness, reputation, business volume, and competitiveness. All are bound by strict rules—violations lead to expulsion. As a BlueOak Freight Network agent, you will no longer deal with partners who take your shipments but never return the favor, nor will you have to work with unknown agents who are unproductive, unreliable, or slow to pay.
A Global Brand
BlueOak Freight Network offers shippers an appealing new choice: the service quality of independent local agents combined with the global scale, reach, and competitiveness of a large multinational group. An international branding campaign will highlight the high caliber of our members and the discipline of our organization.
Access to Major Contracts
Backed by a global brand name and a network of strong overseas partners, your firm can confidently bid for the largest contracts from major exporters, knowing you can meet your commitments.
Better Rates from Carriers and Insurers
With our membership now reaching critical mass, we will soon leverage our combined volume to negotiate lower rates with airlines, shipping lines, and insurers.
Payment Protection
Our comprehensive safeguards against non-payment or late payment include strict enforcement of payment rules, a published recommended credit risk limit for each member, and special coverage for non-payment due to bankruptcy or closure.
Faster Quotations
All members post their current local charges for standard air and sea shipments (Air, FCL, LCL) on our password-protected intranet. This allows any member to view rates online and prepare quotes instantly—without contacting the other party. It also reduces the risk of unexpected costs.
Clear Territorial Definitions
To prevent confusion and disputes, our online Member Locator tool shows the exact territory assigned to each member. Simply enter the pickup or delivery city to locate the nearest BlueOak Freight Network member (access is restricted to members only).
Complete Member Information
Member Profiles on our secure intranet include trading name, location, contact details, photos, current local charges, business volume, special capabilities or services, bank information, and our recommended credit limit.
Annual Convention
Attendance at the mandatory annual BlueOak Freight Network Global Convention allows members to meet in person, explore new business opportunities, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
Standard Protocols and Forms
BlueOak Freight Network provides standardized procedures and templates for intra-network Communications, Sales Leads, Response Times, Requests for Quotations, Profit Sharing, Payments, and a Disputes Resolution Service.
