In a world where the economy pulsates to the rhythm of thousands of trucks, ships, and planes, transportation and freight forwarding are not just industries, they are the lifeblood of global trade. But for many, this world remains a mystery, a maze of complex rules, incomprehensible terms, and unpredictable challenges.
Do you remember the feeling when you faced a complex transport case for the first time? When the uncertainty of unfamiliar legal terms, risks, or unknown markets weighed heavily on your shoulders? The feeling that you were on the road, but without a map?
“The Ultimate Guide to Transport and Freight Forwarding” is your reliable GPS in this complex and dynamic field. Forget about long and tedious lectures. This book is designed to give you specific, practical, and easily applicable knowledge that turns uncertainty into confidence and curiosity into professional success.
Who is this book for?
This guide is written for anyone who ask themselves the question „What can I do now to have absolute financial results immediately?” This book is the answer. By following the steps you can realize your first cash flows within a month or two. And from here your business begins! How far you will develop it depends entirely on You!
For entrepreneurs and business owners, if you have decided to register your own transport or freight forwarding company, here you will find a roadmap that will guide you through the process from legal requirements and licensing to building an effective business strategy.
For freight forwarders, the book will give you new tools for your work. You will learn how to expand your network of key customers, how to optimize pricing, and how to take advantage of exchanges and platforms for placing cargo. You will learn in detail about the responsibilities of a freight forwarder and how to deal with even the most complex cases.
For transport operators, drivers and carriers, behind the wheel of every truck is a professional who must know the laws and regulations. In this book, you will find clear explanations of Regulation 561/2006, the provisions of the Mobility Package, and issues related to the posting of drivers.

What can you expect to find in this guide?
Each chapter is carefully structured to provide you with knowledge that you can immediately put into practice. Every journey begins with the first step. In this case, that step is opening this book.
You will master the basics of the transport and freight forwarding business in the European Union. The first chapter will guide you step by step through the process of registering a company, reveal how to choose the right legal form, and give you the basic economic knowledge you need to get started successfully. The second chapter will reveal the role of the freight forwarder in the modern economy and how to position yourself as a key partner who not only organizes but also manages the success of every delivery. The third chapter is devoted to market access and access to the professions of “Carrier” and “Freight forwarder”. In the fourth chapter, you will decode Incoterms and learn how to choose the right clauses to avoid legal disputes and protect your financial interests. Chapter five is devoted to the Mobility Package – the new European regulation
Avoid fines and keep up with the latest changes. This chapter will give you a clear and understandable explanation of the Mobility Package and Regulation 561/2006, including the rules for posting drivers, to ensure that your business is fully compliant. Chapter Six is an example of “Learning from the mistakes of others” examining case studies under the CMR Convention, or more precisely, the benefits of knowing it. Immerse yourself in real transport cases, analyze their solutions, and gain valuable experience that will help you manage complex situations and avoid the most common pitfalls. Chapter 7 can be called “the roadmap to efficiency”. This chapter will introduce you to the types of land transport vehicles and reveal the basic principles of European transport geography so that you can choose the most optimal routes and save time and resources. In chapters eight and nine, you will learn to recognize the types of cargo, how to select the best packaging and labeling, and how to ensure that the goods arrive in perfect condition, which builds customer trust and loyalty. And in the tenth chapter, you will learn what documents accompany the goods as they travel from the place of loading to the place of delivery. The eleventh chapter is dedicated to the most important physical driver in the entire supply chain, namely His Majesty the “driver” . The chapter is entitled “Driver’s working time” and examines in depth the working and rest times of heavy goods vehicle drivers, as well as scenarios under Regulation 561/2006 on how to distribute 90 hours over a two-week working period. This is followed by the posting of heavy goods vehicle drivers abroad. In chapters twelve and thirteen, you will learn in detail about the responsibilities of the freight forwarder and the carrier, as well as the various types of transport and cargo insurance that will give you peace of mind and security. You will learn how to be protected at all times.
Pricing of transport services is chapter fourteen, where you will discover the secret of profitable offers, giving you specific formulas and approaches so that you can calculate the exact price that is competitive but also profitable.
Chapter 15 reveals how to find the best customers who value quality, not just low prices! This chapter gives you strategies and tactics for building a network of key customers. You will learn how to recognize and build relationships with key customers, turning business contacts into allies. You will discover new exchanges and platforms for cargo. And once you win them over, you will learn how to sell your cargo quickly and at a good price and find reliable partners and transport service providers. Build a profitable network. This chapter will give you strategies and techniques for finding key customers so you can stop chasing one-off loads and start building long-term, profitable partnerships. Chapter Sixteen covers hidden transportation service payments. This final chapter will walk you through the different types of transportation service payments, give you tips on how to protect yourself from bad payers, and how to ensure timely payment to your company.
Whether you are taking your first steps in the industry or are an experienced professional looking to expand your horizons, this guide will give you the key to a world of opportunities. We offer you more than just information; we give you tools, strategies, and specific case studies so that you can not only survive but thrive.
Get ready to take control. Your journey to the top in transport and freight forwarding starts now.
Good luck dear reader!!!