RFC Logistics

305 477 55 48

Our Mission

"Our mission is clear; to ensure all of our clients logistical transactions are secure, on-time, and cost efficient. Expedited and personalized service is the standard you come to expect when you work with us"

Our Mission

Robertson Forwarding Company (d.b.a. RFC Logistics) is committed to providing our clients with customized logistical solutions in warehousing, distribution (Air & Ocean), and supply chain management. We ensure secure, on-time, and cost efficient transactions backed by our depth of experience and an empathetic, friendly approach to each client.

Our broad expertise in ground, air, and ocean shipments enables us to simplify the process for our clients. We choose from the widest possible variety of shipping channels in order to satisfy specific needs. Our experience has also given us the leverage to negotiate competitive rates and the proven capabilities to efficiently move your freight with flexible and thoughtful service.

Who We Are

RFC President, Jennifer Robertson-Ahrens is the daughter of RFC’s current CEO/ Founder Joan L. Robertson. Therefore she literally grew up in the logistics business. She has managed the firm’s compliance program, training, and implementation since 2001. As a DDTC registered firm, RFC under her guidance has carved out a niche in the logistics field for handling the importation and exportation of controlled commodities. Jennifer is a speaker for many trade magazines, industry seminars, and has represented South Florida Business regarding US trade concern to the Florida Lt. Governor at the World Trade Center. Currently Jennifer is paneling multiple industry symposiums regarding the remaining regulatory roadblocks to Cuba.

“Stefan and I are building a culture here that mimics my parent’s modus operandi, putting our customers first and have a genuine love for the business. Our goal is to maintain a nimble business, with an expert team of logistician and certified professionals make for a dynamic answer to the import and export world.”

Stefan Ahrens is born and raised in the port city of Rostock, Germany. As a former Olympian and German National Team member he traveled the world extensively from a young age. He knows that nothing gets accomplished without hard work and discipline.

After military service in Germany Stefan accepted a full scholarship from the University of Miami and graduated with a double major in Marketing and Advertising. After gaining experience in the Marketing/Branding sector Stefan completed his MBA and worked for over 5 years in the Business Intelligence software sector as Managing Director and Enterprise Sales Executive. While consulting RFC for over 7 years Stefan decided to jump full force on board in April 2015 and leads RFC together with Jennifer.

“We consider ourselves serious professionals with a fun outlook on life. We enjoy what we do while we thrive to be your trusted adviser and friend within the logistics sector.”

Our History

The conception of Robertson Forwarding Company came from the entrepreneurial spirits of Joan and Alvin Robertson. In July 1968, together they founded Robertson Forwarding Company (RFC) at JFK New York providing distribution services to European Fashion House Perrier Cardin, Georgio Armani, Ungaro, Valentino and other Gruppo GFT iconic brands.

In 1992 Joan an Alvin recognized a need to make a strategic change to keep RFC on the cutting edge of the global logistics field and opened RFC’s doors in Miami in the emerging port of Miami, FL.

“I witnessed the change in the economic landscape of the import/export business and the rapid development of US distribution from the South Florida area. In the 90s it became of paramount importance for a shipper to have a strong presence in the Miami area.”
(Joan Robertson)

In 1997 RFC won US Department of State’s INL contract for Colombia resulting in the launch of our Government Services Division.

RFC’s locations allow optimal service to Central/South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. We have strategically placed representatives through-out the world, to facilitate the effective and timely movement of freight to even the most complex shipping destinations. Our Global Logistics Network is one of the many benefits of working with a contemporary company with years of experience.

Our Capabilities

 

  • Air (IAC) /Ocean (FMC)
  • Domestic/International Air Freight
  • Air Charter / Ocean Charters
  • Customs Clearance(Import Services)
  • Road Freight Services (FTL, LTL, over dimensional, escorts, flatbed)
  • Licensing (DDTC Registered) ITAR
  • Documentation
  • Just in Time Shipments (AOG)
  • Dangerous Goods / Hazardous
  • Live Load / Spot Container Services
  • Warehousing
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Procurement Solutions
  • Fulfillment Services
  • Program Management
  • Transportation Insurance Placement
  • Ocean Container Purchasing
  • Export Repacks & Custom
  • Crating
  • Distribution
  • Inventory Control
  • Tracking and Tracing
  • Classifications
  • Consulting/Training

Our Certifications & Qualifications

  • Minority Owned Business
  • Small & Disadvantage Business
  • Woman Owned Business
  • Hub-Zone Certification, since 2001
  • NAICS Codes: 481212; 484110; 488510; 492110; 493190; 541614; 541870
  • Members of the FMC (Federal Maritime Commission), continuously since 1968.
  • Approved by IATA (International Air Transportation Association), continuously since 1968.
  • Hazardous Materials Certified (Air & Ocean/ Warehouse) DDTC Registered
  • Approved IAC (Indirect Air Carrier)
  • Customs Broker License
  • US Certified Export Compliance Officer
  • SNAP-R Registered
  • Hazardous Materials Certified (Air & Ocean/ Warehouse) DDTC Registered
  • Approved IAC (Indirect Air Carrier)
  • Customs Broker License
  • US Certified Export Compliance Officer
  • SNAP-R Registered

Some of Our Valued Clients

The following is a partial list of clients who have come to depend on Roberson Forwarding Company of our hability to handle highly sensitive and unusual
shipments with the kind of special attention they deserve:

Department of Defense US Department of State (NL) USAID FEMA
Lockheed Martin Bell Helicopter DynCorp FPL
Disney MGM Studios Valentino Emanuel Ungaro Giorgio Armani

 

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    RFC LOGISTICS
    RFC Logistics -Operations
    1951 NW 7th Avenue Suite 600
    tel: 305 477 5548
    Fax: 305 300 5010
    Email: [email protected]

    RFC LOGISTICS - CORPORATE
    1749 NE Miami Court, Suite 205, Miami FL 33132