Can you tell us something about your company’s (services, products, background)?
AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods.
For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine.
Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.
Why did your company choose Texas?
Seven offices in Texas
AIT Worldwide Logistics has a total of seven offices in Texas, supported by a national network of supply chain experts throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Texas continues to be a gateway for freight forwarding importing and exporting throughout the globe and North America, and critical to transborder shipping between the United States and Mexico.
Dallas-Fort Worth
AIT’s Dallas-Fort Worth facility also plays a key role in the company’s Middle Mile Network, which offers speedier, more secure, and cost-efficient solutions versus traditional, expedited less-than-truckload services. The Dallas-Fort Worth location is one of several network hubs across major U.S. metro areas that connect more than 160 weekly lanes, ensuring timely deliveries and drastically reduced dwell times for our customers.
What advice can you give Dutch entrepreneurs who want to do business in Texas?
Building a successful business in Texas requires an understanding of the local market, complying with regulations, and forming strong relationships—all challenges that a partnership with AIT can help you tackle seamlessly. The benefits are that Texas is not only a major shipping hub for domestic and global air freight, sea cargo and ground distribution, it also has a large, diverse economy with renowned business strength in a range of sectors, including aerospace, technology and life sciences.
AIT has years of experience helping companies from around the world, and all types of industries, gain access to these markets.
