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Est. 1977 · Wilmington, NC · Three Generations Strong

Economy.
Service.
Protection.

Specializing in wine, spirits, and FDA-regulated commodity imports and exports across all European wine-producing regions. When the big forwarders won't pick up, we will.

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45+Years in Operation
3rdGeneration Family Owned
24/7Account Managers
US+International Coverage
Wine barrel cellar import
1977Founded
Who We Are

Handling & Expediting
Done Right

Trinity Shipping Company is a third-generation, family-owned freight operation specializing in the handling and expediting of wine, spirits, and high-value commodities imported from Europe — with particular expertise in French and Italian lanes.

We are not a volume-driven forwarder. We are a boutique, high-touch logistics partner that enhances your operation with superior execution, real-time communication, and genuine accountability at every step.

ExecutionPrecise, reliable
CommunicationReal-time visibility
AccountabilityYou have our word
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Our Story
Commodities

What We Move

Our expertise spans all European wine-producing regions, FDA-regulated commodities, and bidirectional global freight. Trinity is the specialty partner that big forwarders overlook.

01🍷

Wine & Fine Spirits

Our core competency. Specialized handling across all European wine-producing regions — France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania. Compliance-forward, white-glove coordination.

Core Specialty
02🌿

FDA Regulated Commodities

Expert handling of FDA-sensitive imports — food, beverage, and medical commodities. We understand the compliance pressure small importers face and handle it end-to-end.

FDA Expertise
03🫒

Specialty Food & Beverage

Olive oil, artisan cheese, specialty goods, and gourmet imports from Europe — moving through the same trusted lanes with the same meticulous care.

Same Lanes
04🚢

Ocean Freight & Drayage

FMC Licensed NVOCC handling end-to-end international ocean freight — booking, documentation, customs coordination, and port drayage. Both import and export.

FMC 013406N
05🌐

Export Services

DDTC and BIS licensed export expertise — DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-94, DSP-61 processing. Dual-use commerce exports under 15 CFR Part 738. Middle East, Africa, and beyond.

DDTC · BIS
06⚡

Expedited & Final Mile

When time is critical, our expedited and final-mile services ensure your shipment moves without delay — port to warehouse, or directly to the door.

Time-Definite
07🏛️

Government & Enterprise

Fully registered logistics partner for government agencies and enterprise programs. CAGE Code 8SE53, SAM.gov active, TSA certified.

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Our Core Lanes

Global
Trade Lanes

Import and export. Trinity moves freight in both directions across all major global lanes, with deep expertise in European wine regions and emerging markets. Same relationships, broader capability.

  • 🇫🇷 France ⇄ United States (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhône)
  • 🇮🇹 Italy ⇄ United States (Tuscany, Piedmont, Veneto, Sicily)
  • 🇪🇸 Spain & Portugal ⇄ United States (Rioja, Douro, Alentejo)
  • 🇩🇪 Germany & Austria ⇄ United States (Mosel, Rheingau, Wachau)
  • 🌍 Eastern Europe ⇄ United States (Hungary, Romania)
  • 🌍 Middle East ⇄ United States (UAE, Israel, Saudi Arabia)
  • 🌍 Sub-Saharan Africa ⇄ United States
  • 🔄 Global trade — both directions, import & export
  • 🔄 Trans-Atlantic — both directions
  • 🌏 Trans-Pacific routes available
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Our Approach

We're Not Big.
We're Nimble.

01 — NIMBLE

We're Not Big. We're Nimble.

When the big freight forwarders won't pick up your call, we will. When you need hand-holding, we'll hold your hand. Better service at competitive pricing — that's our promise.

02 — SPECIALIZED

The Specialty Partner

Wine, spirits, FDA-regulated commodities, DDTC/BIS export compliance. Our expertise is in the details the big forwarders overlook — the compliance, the temperature, the integrity requirements.

03 — ACCOUNTABLE

Real-Time Communication

You'll always know where your freight is. Dedicated account managers, proactive updates, and a direct line — no chasing, no guessing, no surprises.

Certifications & Registrations

SmartWaySmartWay Partner
FMCNVOCC 013406N
TSASecurity Certified
BONDEDBonded Carrier
SAM.govActive · CAGE 8SE53
USDOT2233809
Client Testimonials

What Our Partners Say

"

Adam at Trinity has been outstanding to work with. They have great communication, are very understanding and flexible. They truly make hauling freight with them easy!

Chandra Reese · TMX Intermodal, Savannah GA
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I have been moving freight with Trinity for over 4 years and have always received excellent and consistent service. They handle both volume lanes and spot shipments flawlessly.

Tony McCabe · Logistics Partner
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Trinity is a top-notch organization. Reliable, communicative, and professional. You can have peace of mind they will handle everything efficiently. Highly recommended.

Kevin Terry · Freight Client
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Hours

Mon–Sat
9:00AM – 5:00PM

Phone

US: 910-679-8038FAX: 910-202-6492Gov: 910-945-0171

Email

imports@trinityshipping.com

HQ

PO Box 367
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

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