Unlock the full power of your cross-border network
When every border milestone is visible, your team shifts from reacting to leading with data. You uncover hidden costs in delays, risky handoffs, and underutilized capacity—and turn those gaps into a true competitive advantage.
The right solution for every cross-border challenge
Whether you’re optimizing an established cross-border network or building one for the first time, we bring the scale, expertise, and flexibility to move your freight reliably, across every mode and both sides of the border.
Optimize your capacity and costs
When volumes fluctuate or shipments come from multiple suppliers, consolidating cross-border freight across origins means you pay only for the capacity you actually use, reducing cost variability and improving predictability across your network.
Turn visibility into control
With Navisphere®, you see every critical cross-border milestone—from transit to customs to final handoff. Track documents, monitor progress, and uncover what’s really happening across your network. The result: tighter control, stronger predictability, and smarter decisions at every step.
Cross-border shipping flexibility
North America cross-border services
Depend on our multimodal network and flexible capacity options to deliver reliable, efficient service across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Intra-Canada shipping
Let us aggregate Canada’s fragmented market into a single experience, so you can secure the reliable capacity you need.
Intra-Mexico shipping
Confidently ship goods in Mexico with access to safe and reliable equipment—including CTPAT and OEA compliant contract carriers.
Multimodal capacity options
Truckload
Secure the crossdock and direct truckload capacity you need with one of the largest carrier networks in North America.
Less than truckload
Get your products where they need to be with customized LTL and consolidation solutions for your north and southbound freight.
Intermodal
With direct access to every major railroad in North America, see how your cross-border strategy could benefit from this route neutral option.
Air freight
Stick to even the tightest schedule and meet the demands of your customers with access to our air freight expertise.
Inland drayage
Keep your cross-border products moving with efficient drayage services that improve handoffs between parties.
Ocean freight
Expand your global shipping options with one of the world’s largest NVOCCs to keep goods close for production—with less hassle.
End-to-end supply chain options
Consulting services
Get help identifying potential opportunities—like nearshoring or reshoring—that can get you closer to your ideal state.
Customs brokerage
Remove customs barriers at the border and beyond with licensed customs brokers who know the local laws, regulations, language, and culture.
Project logistics
Use comprehensive project plans and leverage our multimodal transportation capabilities for seamless execution of major moves.
Trade policy consulting
Ensure compliance with evolving free trade agreements and other trade regulations impacting your cross-border freight.
Warehousing
Access over 2 million sq. ft. of border warehouse space in key locations along U.S., Mexico, and Canadian ports of entry, including the busiest markets.
Cross-border Consolidation
Streamline and optimize northbound freight with a cross-border consolidation program. Pay only the space used and simplify customs and cross-border handling.
What sets C.H. Robinson cross-border freight services apart
Unmatched Expertise
100+ years of North American cross-border expertise. Deep knowledge of the Mexican, Canadian, and U.S. transportation and customs environments — so your freight doesn’t encounter surprises.
Unrivaled Scale
North America´s largest Carrier network. Access 1400+ Carriers and your cross-border freight moving with digitally connected certified carriers, so you have capacity and compliance when it matters most.
Tailored Solutions
Intelligence that drives better decisions. Analytical tools that give your operations, procurement, and leadership teams a single source of truth — with visibility across cost, utilization, and network design opportunities.
Navigating shipping processes at the U.S.-Mexico border
Understanding what happens to truckload shipments at the U.S.-Mexico border is key to getting what you pay for. Use this white paper to evaluate your current state, compare cross-border options, and develop a cost-effective, efficient strategy.
Tier 1 automotive supplier cuts emissions and costs
Expedited solutions from C.H. Robinson provided greater reliability, visibility, and control.
- Advanced forecasting
- Strategic modal conversions
- Flexible truckload strategies
- Data-driven continuous improvement
Testimonials
“C.H. Robinson is currently managing one of the most difficult lanes I have encountered to a customer in Mexico. The team shows a high level of ownership and dedication to the service, and under the circumstances, I feel they do a terrific job. Additionally, C.H. Robinson has a good track record over the past 12 months with the dedicated lanes they manage for us with very little operational issues.”
Get the latest intel. Own the competition.
The C.H. Robinson Edge delivers expert advice on what’s new, what’s next, and what to do about it. With the leading freight market insights, powered by unmatched expertise and data of the market leader, you can stay ahead in today’s fast-changing world economy—where supply chains can make or break business success.
Industry-specific expertise for your cross-border shipments
Automotive
Fine tune your automotive supply chain with continuous improvement efforts that accelerate your success.
Energy
Navigate energy supply chain challenges with tailored solutions built for critical timelines and complex logistics.
Healthcare
Save lives and improve quality of care with a strong, resilient supply chain and logistics strategy that follows stringent security protocols.
Keep track of your cross-border loads
Use the PARS, PAPS, and Aviso de Cruce trackers to stay up to date.