Company Information
Established in Chicago, Illinois in 1995, American Independent Line (AIL) provides shippers and forwarders a high quality, cost effective transportation service.
AIL’s specialty is the inland and ocean transportation of oversize, heavy lift and special project cargoes moving from the United States to overseas destinations.
American Independent offers customers a flexible service for oversized cargo, either port to port or door to port - with a unique pricing concept of lump sum, all inclusive rates.
Initially, AIL offered service from the United States to Asia, Australia, and Europe but then expanded in 1998 by offering service to the Mediterranean, Middle East and South America.
To better serve East Coast and West Coast customers, American Independent expanded the New York office in 2005 and opened a San Francisco office in 2009.
We at American Independent Line offer shippers and forwarders a specialized oversize service which is (a) Predictable, (b) Expedient, and (c) Competitive - all inclusive rates with no surprises.
A staff of professional and knowledgeable shipping experts will develop, present, and deliver a transportation plan to move your oversized cargo to overseas destinations – smoothly and dependably.
Our people care about our customers. We approach business in a positive, can do manner. We are attentive, responsive, and communicate detailed and accurate information. All documents are prepared to our customer's precise specifications.
American Independent Line is proud to move the capital goods that move the world!