# TFI International (Brokerage) > Carrier-Broker Hybrid · Saint-Laurent, QC · Founded 2007 (as TFI) **Canonical URL:** https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/tfi-international/ **Markdown source:** https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/tfi-international/index.md **Last updated:** 2026-04-27 --- ## Key facts - Founded 2007 · headquartered in Saint-Laurent, QC - Publicly traded — NYSE: TFII - #14 on Transport Topics Top 100 (2024) - Gross revenue: $1.82B per Transport Topics 2024 - Primary freight modes: Dry Van, LTL ## About TFI International is one of North America's largest transportation and logistics companies, headquartered in Saint-Laurent, QC, Canada, and publicly traded on NYSE (TFII). Founded in its current form in 2007 — though predecessor companies date to 1957 — TFI has grown aggressively through acquisitions, including the landmark purchase of UPS Freight (rebranded TForce Freight), which gave the company a major US LTL network alongside its dominant Canadian operations. The brokerage arm ranks #14 in North America with $1.82 billion in gross revenue (Transport Topics, 2024). The structural advantage for shippers at TFI is cross-border Canada-US freight. No other broker in the top 15 has TFI's combination of owned Canadian carrier assets, an extensive US LTL network through TForce Freight, and truckload brokerage capability on US-Canada lanes. For shippers with regular Ontario-to-Midwest, Quebec-to-Northeast, or West Coast Canada cross-border movements, TFI's carrier relationships and compliance infrastructure provide a meaningful operational edge. US domestic FTL, LTL, flatbed, and intermodal brokerage are all active modes as well. The brokerage offering is rep-mediated more than self-service — TFI's technology investment has been more focused on its carrier and LTL operations than on shipper-facing quoting platforms. Shippers who prefer to manage freight through direct rep relationships and EDI/API integration will find TFI a strong fit; those wanting a digital self-service portal may prefer alternatives. ## Load types | Mode | Status | |---|---| | Dry Van TL | ● Primary | | Refrigerated | ✓ Active | | LTL | ● Primary | | Intermodal | ✓ Active | | Flatbed | ✓ Active | | Air / Expedited | Limited | | Bulk / Tank | Not offered | | Parcel | ✓ Active | Source: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages, 2024 ## FMCSA & Licensing TFI International operates multiple US subsidiary entities, including TForce Freight (formerly UPS Freight), each with separate MC/DOT numbers. Verify the specific operating entity's broker authority at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering a load. Search by entity name (e.g., 'TForce Freight' or 'TFI International') to identify the relevant MC#. ## Coverage All 48 contiguous states · Canada (extensive network) · Mexico **Strongest lanes:** - US → Canada (core strength) - Ontario → US Midwest - Quebec → Northeast US - Western Canada → US Pacific Northwest - US → Mexico - Transcon Canada-US ## Pros & Cons **What shippers like:** - Best-in-class US-Canada cross-border coverage — owned carrier assets in both countries provide structural advantage on cross-border lanes - TForce Freight LTL network gives genuine LTL capability across the US and Canada, not just brokered LTL - Publicly traded on NYSE with 22,000+ employees — financial stability and institutional accountability - Comprehensive mode coverage: FTL, LTL, reefer, flatbed, intermodal, parcel, and cross-border - Strong presence across all Canadian provinces, useful for shippers serving Canadian customers **Common complaints:** - Less competitive on pure US domestic lanes where asset advantage does not apply - Self-service technology (instant quoting, shipper portal) lags digital-first brokers - Multiple entity structure (TFI parent + TForce Freight + other subsidiaries) creates complexity when verifying FMCSA authority - Service experience varies significantly by division — TForce Freight LTL vs. brokered FTL are different products - Mexico cross-border capability is present but not a core strength — better options exist for US-Mexico specialists ## FAQ ### Is TFI International licensed and bonded as a freight broker in the US? TFI International operates multiple US entities, each with separate FMCSA authority. The primary US LTL entity is TForce Freight. Verify the specific operating entity's current broker authority at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering a load — search by entity name. All licensed US freight brokers are required to carry a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond. ### What types of freight does TFI International brokerage move? Per Transport Topics' Top 100 Freight Brokerage Firms report, TFI International primarily brokers dry van truckload and LTL. Refrigerated, flatbed, intermodal, and parcel are active modes. TFI's LTL coverage is particularly strong through its TForce Freight US network. Air/expedited is limited; bulk/tank is not an active brokerage mode. ### How does TFI International brokerage pricing compare to other freight brokers? TFI's most competitive pricing is on US-Canada cross-border lanes where its owned carrier assets provide structural cost advantages. On pure US domestic lanes, pricing is generally in line with the market. Use ShipperGuide to instantly compare rates across 50+ brokers — especially valuable for benchmarking cross-border Canada quotes where fewer brokers specialize. ## Best for Shippers with significant cross-border Canada freight — especially LTL, truckload, and managed transportation where TFI's Canadian carrier network provides a structural advantage. ## Compare alternatives - [C.H. 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