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Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited

DBA: Nautical Shipping Line

USDOT# 2377076 MC-812428 Stafford, TX FMCSA since 2013 (13 yrs)
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Authority Status

FMCSA since 2013 (13 yrs)

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About this broker: Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Stafford, Texas (FMCSA since 2013 (13 yrs)). Operating under MC-812428, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. FMCSA records last updated 2026-07-26.

Broker Overview

Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Stafford, Texas · FMCSA since 2013 (13 yrs). The company operates under MC-812428 with USDOT 2377076.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-26

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

2377076

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Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-812428

Active

Authority granted: 13 years, 5 months ago (February 8, 2013)

Carrier Packet

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Insurance & Broker Bond

BMC-84 Surety Bond / BMC-85 Trust

Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

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What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited a legitimate freight broker?
Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 2377076 and MC-812428. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited located?
Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited is headquartered in Stafford, Texas, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 13 years, 5 months.
What is Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited's MC number?
Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited operates under MC-812428 and USDOT 2377076. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited?
FMCSA records list contact information for Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited as: phone (281) 886-7840. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited?
To haul loads for Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited directly to start the setup process.
Does Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Is Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited find reliable carriers in Texas?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in Texas. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Nautical Shipping Line Pvt Limited before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for Texas with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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