About IFN

About IFN The Innovative Freight Network

IFN – Innovative Freight Network, one of the world's leading independent freight forwarding networks connecting 235+ members across 93+ countries.

Trusted by 235+ forwarders globally

IFN

What Does IFN Stand For?

IFN stands for Innovative Freight Network. It is a global membership organisation connecting independent freight forwarding and logistics companies across 93+ countries. Founded on the principle that independent forwarders deserve the same global reach, financial security, and professional infrastructure as large multinationals — without losing their independence.

The name reflects the network's intent: to bring genuine innovation to the way independent freight forwarders collaborate, protect themselves, and grow internationally.

What IFN Provides to Its Members

IFN membership gives independent freight forwarding companies:

  • Access to 235+ vetted logistics partners across 93+ countries
  • Financial protection against non-payment (up to $30,000 through the IFN FPP)
  • A verified member profile in the IFN global directory
  • Full digital platform: quote system, business exchange, analytics, referral program
  • Annual IFN Global Connect conference — face-to-face networking and cargo exchange
  • 24/7 member support from the IFN team
  • Active marketing support including newsletter features and directory promotion
Leadership

Meet the People Behind IFN's Success

Our leadership team brings extensive industry experience, strategic vision, and a commitment to delivering value for our global network members.

Farhan Rehman

Farhan Rehman

Founder & President

Mr. Farhan Rehman began his career in the freight forwarding and logistics industry in 2001 and has accumulated more than 20 years of extensive industry experience. Throughout his professional journey, he has held senior management and leadership positions with various international freight forwarding companies, gaining in-depth expertise in global logistics, supply chain management, and business development.

In 2008, he founded Pace Logistics, with operations established in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as well as Pakistan. Under his leadership, the company has successfully expanded its presence and built strong partnerships across international markets.

In 2024, Mr. farhan Rehman established the innovative Freight Network (IFN) with the vision of creating a trusted global platform for independent freight forwarders and logistics providers. Since its launch, IFN has grown rapidly and continues to connect members worldwide, providing valuable networking opportunities, business growth, and long-term partnerships.

Rasikh Arif

Rasikh Arif

Co founder & Vice President

Mr. Rasikh Arif began his freight forwarding career in 2013, gaining hands-on experience in international logistics and global trade operations. Working closely with shipments and logistics partners provided him with valuable insight into the complexities of the freight industry and helped him build a strong foundation in international supply chain management.

As his experience expanded across different markets, he recognized a significant gap within the industry—the absence of a trusted, structured, and truly global networking platform where freight forwarders could collaborate, build reliable partnerships, and achieve sustainable growth. This realization inspired his vision to create a community centered on trust, connectivity, and mutual success.

That vision became reality in 2024 with the launch of Innovative Freight Network (IFN). Today, IFN has grown into a thriving global community with members from more than 90 countries, fostering international partnerships, encouraging collaboration, and redefining freight networking for the modern logistics industry.

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About IFN The Innovative Freight Network

Everything you need to know about IFN

IFN stands for Innovative Freight Network — a global membership organisation connecting 235+ independent freight forwarding and logistics companies across 93+ countries. IFN provides members with vetted global partnerships, financial protection, digital tools, and annual Global Connect conferences.

The Innovative Freight Network (IFN) is a vetted global community for independent freight forwarders and logistics companies. Members access trusted partners in 93+ countries, financial protection against non-payment (up to $30,000), a full digital platform, and annual in-person conferences. IFN was founded to give independent logistics companies the global infrastructure of a multinational without losing their independence.

IFN can be contacted at support@ifnfamily.com or info@ifnfamily.com. You can also apply for membership here or submit an enquiry through the IFN contact page.

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