Allstates WorldCargo acquires customs broker Promptus
Allstates WorldCargo has acquired Promptus, a customs brokerage firm.
The deal brings a customs broker under the Allstates WorldCargo umbrella, adding an in-house capability that connects directly to how international freight moves once it reaches the U.S. border and ports.
For drivers, customs brokerage can matter because it affects how quickly freight clears and becomes available for pickup. When paperwork, entries, or compliance checks slow down, loads can sit, appointments get pushed, and detention risk rises. A carrier or forwarder that can coordinate brokerage alongside transportation may be able to streamline handoffs and reduce confusion around release status and required documents.
Customs brokers handle the filings and coordination required to legally import cargo, working with shippers, carriers, and government systems to clear freight through U.S. Customs and Border Protection. In today’s market, tighter compliance expectations and complex supply chains have made that step a key choke point for international loads.
No additional terms, timing, or operational changes were provided in the information available.