CRSA negotiates base rates for all origin-destination port
pairs required by members, as well as normal surcharges, shipping terms, conditions, and other aspects requested by each member
company. CRSA's goal is to achieve competitive base rates, mitigation of surcharges,
and favorable terms and conditions in each of its ocean contracts.
While using CRSA contracts,
each member company maintains complete control of its shipments. The member company continues to work with
its own freight forwarder or shipping agent, if applicable, and deals directly with the ocean carrier in terms of scheduling
shipments and payment of charges. Members are protected by the confidential nature of CRSA's contracts.
CRSA's primary benefit for members is the ability to leverage the collective volume of
all CRSA members to negotiate more favorable rates, terms, and conditions than a member could negotiate on its own.
