Busha Temesgen (PhD)Eyerusalem Berhanu2025-07-302025-07-302024-08https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5866The purpose of this study was to find the effect of freight forwarding on international trade operations in some selected companies. While past research has explored the individual effects of freight forwarding factors, a holistic understanding of their combined influence on international trade operations remains limited. This study aims to address this gap by investigating how these factors interact and contribute to the international trade operation. Research Design: A quantitative approach is employed. The study was collected through surveys of freight forwarding employees, measuring performance indicators and perceptions of the aforementioned factors. Sample: The study targets a representative sample of freight forwarding companies. The sample includes staff members with a total population of 193. Data Analysis: Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software was used to analyze the data collected from the questionnaire in the form of descriptive statistics and inferential statistics like correlation and regression analysis. Quantitative data was analyzed using statistical methods to identify correlations and relationships between the variables. Conclusion: The study has comprehensively examined the multifaceted role of freight forwarding in facilitating global commerce, highlighting its critical functions in transportation, documentation, customs clearance, risk management, and supply chain optimization. Recommendation: companies can improve the efficiency and competitiveness of their freight forwarding operations by improving customs procedures, reducing paperwork, investing in technology to automate clearance processes, selecting experienced and reputable freight forwarders, working on the adoption of technology solutions, and keeping up-to-date with regulations. Key Words: Freight Forwarding, International Trade iven-USThesis