United Shipping Inc., the premier Worldwide Association of Independent Freight Forwarders and Customs Brokers announced today the appointment of Al Shareef Cargo as its newest member. Al Shareef Cargo (ASC) was established in 1982 and is headquartered in Jeddah with offices in Riyadh and Dammam.

“We have consistently enhanced our coverage of our services; today we are a full service International Freight Forwarder with prominent presence in Saudi Arabia and a global network of associates,” stated Mr. Faisal Arimbra, Sales Coordinator.

“ASC provides a wide range of services to its partners and clients in freight forwarding, multi-modal transportation and customs brokerage and our growth and progress is directed and supported by a team of management and employees having background in Shipping Lines, Airlines and Forwarding industry. At ASC we have the expertise to provide a range of fully integrated international freight forwarding and logistics solutions for both importing and exporting clients,” continued Mr. Arimbra.

United Shipping, formed in 1988, offers importers and exporters the advantages of multi-national corporations with the expertise that can be found in locally owned and operated businesses. United Shipping has over 110 member companies, in excess of 250 offices and covers over 70 countries on 7 continents.

“We are very pleased with the addition of Al Shareef Cargo to the United Shipping Family, excited about the presence this company gives us in this part of the world and the aggressive nature they bring to our organization,” said Fred Hall, President of United Shipping. “Our membership motto is ‘We're Looking for a Few Good Partners.’ We have found an excellent partner in Al Shareef Cargo and one that is committed to growth within USI and maintaining a high level of integrity. We are looking forward to gaining a greater presence in the freight forwarding market in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” continued the President.