Services

Risk Management

The traders and product managers at Hoogwegt U.S. are commodities management experts capable of creating financial and physical supply chain solutions across the dairy industry. We put all of our resources to work as part of an integrated strategy to help you achieve your business objectives. Hoogwegt U.S. is at the forefront of dairy risk management, participating in the markets and helping to advance them.

All transactions are subject to risks - price risk, credit risk, logistics risk, or quality risk - any of which could be detrimental to your success. In every partnership we use up-to-the-minute market intelligence to learn what factors present obstacles or opportunities for your business. Our team then works with you to deliver a seamless solution, handling the risks involved with trading, origination, storage and handling, transportation and logistics, and marketing and distribution services. We select the best tools for the job including exchange traded futures and options and customized over-the-counter products. Our risk management group constructs the best program for our customers.

• Expertise in hedging price risk
• Swap pricing
• Dairy market information for customers
• Fixed forward pricing
• Market access to domestic and international exchanges

Logistics

By contracting and managing a network of global, national, and regional carriers, Hoogwegt U.S. is able to offer a complete package of freight and documentation handling services - the integrated logistics solution customers require to increase efficiency and lower costs. Hoogwegt U.S. has warehousing and distribution operations conveniently located throughout the country, ensuring efficient distribution channels for all of our customers. Our valued suppliers and customers benefit from our 20-plus years of logistical expertise and support.

Domestic Shipments

Our domestic traffic coordinators have access to an extensive network of carriers that are safe, reliable, cost effective, and in compliance with the latest CSA regulations. Our staff understands the demands of our customers and will ensure your product is delivered to meet all of your expectations. We find practical solutions across all modes and services to meet with your satisfaction.

Our domestic transportation options include:

• Full truckload (dry, refrigerated, liquid)
• Less-than truckload (dry, refrigerated)
• Intermodal shipments (dry, refrigerated)
• Railcar shipments (dry, refrigerated)
• Bulk shipments
• Air shipments
• Small packages (samples)

Temperature-sensitive cargo must be shipped in accordance with strict specifications, and Hoogwegt U.S. ensures that delicate cargo like this gets the best possible care. The combination of cargo temperature requirements and climatic variations makes correct temperature control essential. Our staff will follow your shipments through every stage of their journey to ensure factors affecting the cargo are properly managed.

Public Warehousing, Cross Docking, Labeling and Distribution

We offer warehousing and distribution services that can be scaled and customized to your needs based on market conditions as well as delivery service requirements and the demands of your orders. Hoogwegt U.S. utilizes many public warehousing facilities nationwide for dry, refrigerated, and frozen goods, allowing us to deliver your goods when you need them.

We provide cross docking services by trans-loading from one mode of transportation to another. We transfer the product and handle all labeling and other packaging needs to accommodate any export requirements.

Different international destinations have specific labeling requirements. At Hoogwegt U.S. we are able to print and apply foreign language labels to accommodate any and all requirements.

Port and Rail Drayage

At Hoogwegt we engage with the most reliable carriers possessing all necessary government accreditations. Only carriers with the highest safety ratings are considered for the movement of your containerized cargo between ocean ports or rail ramps and shipping docks.

International Ocean Freight

Our staff of professionally trained international traffic coordinators will assist you from beginning to end with the overseas shipment of your goods. Hooogwegt U.S. will make all necessary arrangements to handle your freight so it meets customer expectations. We are uniquely positioned to offer flexible carrier choices through our combination of long-term relationships with steamship lines and strong buying power. Our experienced and professional in-house staff coordinators will utilize their knowledge of the entire supply chain process, industry conditions, and trends to quickly react to changes, ensuring prompt shipment of your goods.

Support

Our export documentation specialists are familiar with federal and international rules and regulations pertaining to export documentation including Export Administration Regulations and those set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture. Our specialists will correctly prepare all the required documentation for your country of destination including affidavits, certificates, and legalization. As specialists in international business customs and trade credit practices, Hoogwegt U.S. can handle your letters of credit with confidence. Our multilingual staff will meet and exceed all of your logistical needs.

Import Arrangements and Customs Clearance

Our import department will prepare and submit documentation to facilitate clearance by U.S. Customs and Border Protection as well as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We are knowledgeable with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and federal regulations governing importations.

Cargo Insurance Coverage

We have the ability to offer cargo insurance to provide coverage against physical damage or loss of goods during shipping by land, sea, or air.

Customized Logistics Solutions

For over two decades, Hoogwegt U.S. has provided logistics solutions with a growing menu of customizable services. From the beginning, our constant commitment to quality has allowed us to maintain and develop our services to meet the requirements of an ever-changing dairy industry landscape.

Hoogwegt U.S. has the ability to provide specialized customization to meet our customers' expectations, such as:

• Product labeling
• Bar coding
• Placards
• Warehousing/consignments
• Bonded shipments