Why Choose Strader-Ferris International
Strader-Ferris has been in business for over 65 years and successfully handled more than 1 million cross border shipments. With more than 90% of our staff comprised of licensed Customs Brokers and Customs Certified Specialists, we have the experience and expertise to create a solution that works for your business.
When you choose to do business with Strader-Ferris International, you are working with a company dedicated to helping grow your business and reach more consumers. Unlike large companies that treat each customer like just another client offering impersonal customer service. The SFI difference means we focus on creating a customized strategy and execution to meet your business’ needs.
Founded in 1953 by Raymond Strader, our company was built around his beliefs of an honest and straightforward approach to helping our clients succeed. Part of what has made our company so successful is by following the ideals laid out by our founder.
Company Timeline.
- 1953
Canadian Customs Brokerage company founded
- 1981
2nd generation (Robert Strader & Carole Ferris) take over at SFI
- 1997
SFI opens US Customs Brokerage division in Ogdensburg
- 2000s
SFI handles 1 millionth cross-border shipment; North America-wide release becomes possible
- 2011
SFI launches myUSaddress service for cross-border shoppers
- 2018
SFI expands warehousing capabilities to manage temperature and lot-controlled items
- 1970s
SFI partners with carriers to provide both Canadian Customs clearance and transportation
- 1983
SFI starts its own trucking service to link Canadian customers with US warehouses
- 1999
SFI creates web portal for multi-carrier tracking info; evolves into full featured real-time platform
- 2009
3rd generation (Mike Ferris) takes over at SFI
- 2012
Computerized shipment management streamlines release of inbound shipments through Ogdensburg
- 2019
SFI expands Canada-based eCommerce services to provide duty free fulfillment solutions for U.S. eCommerce orders
Company Timeline.
- 1953
Canadian Customs Brokerage company founded
- 1970s
SFI partners with carriers to provide both Canadian Customs clearance and transportation
- 1981
2nd generation (Robert Strader & Carole Ferris) take over at SFI
- 1983
SFI starts its own trucking service to link Canadian customers with US warehouses
- 1997
SFI opens US Customs Brokerage division in Ogdensburg
- 1999
SFI creates web portal for multi-carrier tracking info; evolves into full featured real-time platform
- 2000s
SFI handles 1 millionth cross-border shipment; North America-wide release becomes possible
- 2009
3rd generation (Mike Ferris) takes over at SFI
- 2011
SFI launches myUSaddress service for cross-border shoppers
- 2012
Computerized shipment management streamlines release of inbound shipments through Ogdensburg
- 2018
SFI expands warehousing capabilities to manage temperature and lot-controlled items
- 2019
SFI expands Canada-based eCommerce services to provide duty free fulfillment solutions for U.S. eCommerce orders