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How can a shipping agent find reliable importers and exporters?

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I'm a novice shipping agent and I want to expand my business and find more importers and exporters to cooperate with. But the market is so big that I don't know where to start. Are there any effective methods or channels that can help me quickly and accurately find importers and exporters in need? I hope experienced predecessors can share some practical skills and suggestions with me.

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Andrew Huang
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0

Supply chain optimization expertConsult

First of all, online platforms can be utilized. For example, Zhongshitong will publish service information and success stories on industry websites, social media groups, etc. to attract the attention of importers and exporters. Secondly, participating in industry exhibitions is also a good idea, such as various international logistics exhibitions, import and export commodity fairs, etc. where you can directly communicate with importers and exporters on site and showcase your advantages. Moreover, through referrals from old customers, by providing good service to existing customers, their word-of-mouth promotion often brings new importer and exporter resources. Additionally, actively contact chambers of commerce and trade associations. These organizations gather numerous importers and exporters, and you can obtain lists and connect with them. You can also use customs data to analyze active importers and exporters and conduct business targetedly.

In conclusion, combining multiple channels can be more effective in finding importers and exporters.

Robert Chen
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0

Customer service consultantConsult

You can search for importers and exporters on B2B platforms. Many importers and exporters will post product information on such platforms. You can take the initiative to contact them, introduce shipping agent services, and see if there are any cooperation opportunities.

Joseph Zhou
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0

Senior foreign trade managerConsult

Follow some foreign trade forums. Many importers and exporters will exchange experiences and share needs on them. You can actively post in the forums, leave your contact information, and further communicate and cooperate when you encounter suitable ones.

William Yang
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0

International logistics consultantConsult

Communicate with fellow freight forwarders. Sometimes fellow freight forwarders may have some importer and exporter resources that they can't handle themselves. By swapping or cooperating, you can acquire new customers.

James Liu
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0

Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult

Go to the local industrial parks to have a look. Many import and export enterprises will be concentrated in the parks. You can directly visit them, introduce your services face to face, and maybe find cooperation opportunities.

David Li
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0

Senior customs declaration consultantConsult

Use search engines, input relevant keywords such as "List of Import and Export Enterprises", screen out possible importers and exporters, and then contact them one by one.

Emily Liu
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0

Settlement and payment expertConsult

Join some WeChat groups and QQ groups related to logistics. There may be importers and exporters posting their needs in the groups. Responding in a timely manner may lead to cooperation.

Jennifer Wang
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0

Market development consultantConsult

Search for recruitment information of import and export enterprises on some recruitment websites, contact the enterprise's personnel department, and by the way introduce shipping agent business. Maybe you can open up a cooperation situation.

Elizabeth Li
Elizabeth LiYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0

Compliance and risk managerConsult

Hold regular shipping knowledge lectures, invite potential importers and exporters to participate, showcase your professional capabilities, and attract them to cooperate.

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