Allstates WorldCargo acquires customs broker Promptus
Allstates WorldCargo has acquired Promptus, a customs brokerage firm. The deal brings customs brokerage services under the Allstates WorldCargo umbrella.
Customs brokers handle the paperwork and compliance steps required to move freight across international borders. For carriers and drivers hauling cross-border or import/export freight, that work can affect how quickly loads clear and how long equipment and drivers sit waiting.
With Promptus joining Allstates WorldCargo, the combined operation connects freight forwarding and transportation coordination with customs brokerage. In practical terms, that means one organization can manage both the movement of international shipments and the documentation needed to legally enter or exit a country.
For drivers, acquisitions like this matter mainly because border-related delays often come down to timing, document accuracy, and how well information is shared between shippers, brokers, and logistics providers. When customs clearance and shipment management are handled within the same group, it can simplify communication and reduce handoffs—especially when a load is time-sensitive or requires extra compliance checks.
No additional details about the transaction were provided in the information released.