WACO Expands in Colombia with ABC Cargo

WACO System appoints ABC Cargo Logistic S.A.S. as its Colombian member to strengthen its network in South America.

ABC Cargo Logistic provides comprehensive freight services, including ground, sea, air, and Customs brokerage, in all major Colombian ports.

The family-owned business founded itself in 1986 and has accumulated 39 years of experience in international freight and customs operations in Colombia.

“ABC Cargo Logistic are experts in the local market and are a welcome addition to our growing network in South America,” said Richard Charles, CEO of the WACO System.

“We are delighted to collaborate with the company. Group CEO Alberto Rodriguez and President Maria Andrea Rodriguez lead ABC, and they bring a wealth of regional knowledge and expertise to us and our customers.”

“We are excited to be part of the WACO network, and we are very much looking forward to connecting with other members worldwide to share knowledge and work together,” said Alberto Rodriguez, Group CEO of ABC Cargo Logistic S.A.S.

ABC holds ISO 9001:2015 and BASC licenses and is fully covered by the WACO Indemnity Fund for security.

WACO and cargo.one Revolutionize Freight Forwarding

In December, WACO partnered with cargo.one to launch an innovative digital initiative for independent freight forwarders globally.

The collaboration upgrades WACO members’ digital infrastructure, enabling digital procurement and sales processes like capacity discovery, quoting, and member transactions.

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WACO, a non-profit network supporting independent freight management companies in 118 countries, aims to enhance efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness. By aligning with cargo.one’s mission, WACO guides its members to connect and transact digitally, unlocking significant benefits from digital freight.

The cargo.one WACO Module enables members to book air capacity and discover rates, including local charges, for seamless quotations.

The platform cuts emails, saves hours, and lets forwarders quote competitively while exploring all options in the WACO network.

Richard Charles, CEO of WACO, emphasized the importance of digital solutions in strengthening the network. Moritz Claussen, Co-CEO of cargo.one, highlighted the collaboration’s potential to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.

Trans Global Freight Management Ltd. in the UK gains from new features, achieving faster quotes and more shipment wins as a WACO member.

This partnership continues WACO’s strategy to provide cutting-edge digital solutions for its members’ growth and optimization.