North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Canada 2012

• 48-49 - Transportation and warehousing
• 488 - Support activities for transportation
• 4885 - Freight transportation arrangement

48851 - Freight transportation arrangement

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acting as intermediaries between shippers and carriers. These establishments are usually referred to as freight forwarders, marine shipping agents or customs brokers. They may offer a combination of services, which may span transportation modes. This industry also includes establishments primarily engaged in arranging and coordinating the transportation and storage of goods without themselves providing actual transportation and storage services.