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OKARGO was created in an increasingly complex market climate/environment for sea freight. Indeed, since globalization, the growing number of rate sheets from shipping companies and the diversity of formats in which these are sent has not simplified the task of comparing forwarders’ offers. That is why, in April 2014, the OKARGO team, working around Julien CHAPUS, the company’s founder and Chief Executive Officer, aimed to develop a tool that would facilitate the management of the sea freight rates of freight forwarders. Less than a year later, this goal was achieved and in April 2014, Okargo served its first customer in France. After two years spent perfecting and upgrading its service in the country, Okargo set its sights further afield and added three other languages in order to serve clients coming from other countries around the world. Constantly growing, today Okargo simplifies the daily work of more than 150+ sea freight forwarders all over the world.

Name: OKARGO
‍Date established: April 2014
‍Location: Marseille
‍CEO/President: Julien CHAPUS
‍Field: External ocean rate management

About OKARGO

Founded in 2014 in Marseille, Okargo offers innovative digital solutions to simplify ocean freight rate management for over 150 freight forwarders globally.  
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Our Mission

To enable freight forwarders to efficiently manage ocean freight rates through a cloud-based platform, facilitating easy and effective rate comparison.

Our History

Since our founding in2014 in Marseille, we have dedicated our expertise to simplifying the complexities of ocean freight for clients worldwide. This mission has guided us in developing innovative solutions, affirming our commitment to transforming the ocean freight industry for more efficient and transparent management.

Innovative Solutions

Rate Sheet Processing: Managed by ocean freigh specialists in Europe for maximum accuracy and reliability.
Online Carrier Portals Connection: Extracts rates in real-time from major carriers, including MSC, MAERSK, CMA CGM, COSCO, OOCL, HYUNDAI, HAPAG-LLOYD, EVERGREEN, ONE, ZIM, and more, presented in a     comprehensive, comparable format. Find schedules for spot offers, detailed     container types (Reefers, NOR, SOC), freetime, Demurrage & Detention     costs, and updated space availability from carriers like Evergreen, Cosco, and OOCL. Achieving a 97% representation rate of information available on carriers' portals.
Okargo Application: A web application dedicated to ocean freight rates management, with permanent improvements to make the search for ocean offers easy for the day-to-day work of the freight forwarder.
Okargo API: Allows smooth integration with clients' existing systems, such as TMS, enabling easy rate management without technical adjustments.
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Personalized Services
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‍Every client receives dedicated support from an account manager, ensuring tailored assistance.
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‍Why Choose Okargo?
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Expertise: Years of innovation in ocean freight rate management
‍Technology: Cutting-edge tools designed for efficiency and precision.
‍Support: Unmatched client support within the industry. 

Contact :
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Christelle Reinbolt
Head of Marketing & Communication
‍FR +33 (0)6 74 77 25 53
AUS +61(0)4 60 924 143 
‍christelle.reinbolt@okargo.com
‍www.okargo.com