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The world’s foremost independent global freight management & logistics network.

The WACO System is an exclusive network consisting of a number of independent freight management companies.

Founded in 1973

We were founded in 1973 with the idea of connecting the best freight forwarding organisations across the world.

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Major Global Player

Our network has a combined annual turnover of $4 billion, making us a major player in the global market.

Large Network

We have 127 members in 119 countries providing a network of more than 400 locations.

Founded in 1973

We were founded in 1973 with the idea of connecting the best freight forwarding organisations across the world.

Find Out More

Major Global Player

Our network has a combined annual turnover of $4 billion, making us a major player in the global market.

Large Network

We have 127 members in 119 countries providing a network of more than 400 locations.

The WACO System was established after our founding members recognised the need for a global network of independent freight forwarders who would compete against the growing number of American freight forwarders entering the European market.

Our Corporate Head Office is in Zürich, Switzerland and our Operations in London, UK.

We are an association, which means that we are owned by, and run for the benefit of our members.

OUR NETWORK

127

MEMBERS

119

COUNTRIES

400

LOCATIONS

21,000

FREIGHT PROFESSIONALS EMPLOYED

85

MILLION SHIPMENTS
EACH YEAR

4

MILLION TONS OF
AIRFREIGHT

275,000

TEUS EACH
YEAR

Exclusive Multinational Network

Prior to joining, all our members undergo in-depth assessments on financial position, length in operation, and market rank with proven ability and commitment to their business development.

WORLDWIDE D2D CARGO MANAGEMENT
GROUND FREIGHT FORWARDING NETWORK IN EUROPE
SOLUTIONS FOR ALL SEA TRANSPORT CHALLENGES
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS FOR COMPLEX LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS

Our Events

Our members meet face-to-face for three days twice a year at our AGM and EGM.  Our events enable bilateral meetings to discuss and review operational issues, profit share matters, performance reviews, and business development plans.

In April 2023 the AGM 2023 took place in Sorrento, Italy with more than 130 delegates representing 90% of our members.

Next General Meeting

The 2023 Extraordinary General Meeting will take place in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam from 15 – 18 October 2023

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The 2023 Annual General Meeting

The 2023 Annual General Meeting and 50th Anniversary Celebration took place in Sorrento, Italy from 23 – 26 April. 130 delegates took part in 1,000 bilateral meetings and enjoyed a packed agenda which included a special celebratory gala dinner and party.