Based in Lahore.
Our Story

Based in Lahore.
Trusted Global Freight.

Capstone Shipping Pvt. Ltd. operates from Lahore and Dubai, backed by a worldwide carrier and agent network — a freight partner that pairs global reach with deep local expertise in Pakistan's import and export landscape.

Our Mission

Why We Exist

“To be the freight partner that Pakistani businesses trust most — delivering global connectivity with the accountability and transparency that our clients deserve.”

We saw that too many Pakistani importers and exporters were being let down by freight companies that over-promised and under-delivered. We built Capstone to be different: expert, transparent, and genuinely committed to our clients' success.

Our Vision

To be South Asia's most respected logistics company — building Pakistan's position as a regional trade hub through world-class freight services.

Our Values
visibility
Transparency
No hidden charges, ever
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Accountability
We own every outcome
psychology
Expertise
Deep knowledge, not generalism
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Partnership
Your success is our success
Our Journey

11 Years of Growth

2015

Founded in Dubai, UAE

Launched in Dubai as a specialist freight forwarder serving the GCC–Pakistan trade corridor. Built on direct carrier relationships, not broker markups — the founding principle that still drives every rate we quote.

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Direct Carrier Contracts

Secured PMSA NVOCC registration and signed direct contracts with COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd and Evergreen — giving clients carrier-level rates with guaranteed equipment allocation on every sailing.

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Pakistan Operations Launched

Opened our Pakistan operation in Lahore, covering Karachi Port, Port Qasim and the Lahore Dry Port — the country's most active import corridors, under one team.

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PIFFA Member · ISO 9001:2015

Admitted as a full PIFFA member and achieved ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification — formalising the systems behind first-submission customs clearance for 500+ clients.

2025

Expanding to Singapore

Opening a Singapore office to serve South-East Asia–Pakistan trade lanes — extending our Dubai-and-Lahore network toward South-East Asia, one team covering every major trade corridor.

Our People

Leadership Team

Experienced professionals who have built careers in freight, logistics, and supply chain management across Pakistan and the world.

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Ahmed Hussain

CEO & Founder

Founded Capstone in 2015 after 15 years at global freight companies. Leads all major carrier contract negotiations and industry advocacy through PIFFA.

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Sara Ahmed

Chief Operations Officer

Oversees 100+ freight professionals across Lahore and Dubai offices. Negotiated direct FCL contracts with six top-10 shipping lines. Her team's 99.1% on-time departure rate is the highest among Pakistan freight forwarders.

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Mohammad Khan

Head of Customs

Licensed customs agent with 18 years at Pakistan Customs before entering the private sector. National expert in HS classification disputes, CPFTA concession strategy, SRO exemptions and WeBOC/PSW compliance.

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Fatima Ali

Head of Business Development

Grew our client base from 50 to 500+ companies over seven years. Deep relationships across Pakistan's textile, pharma and FMCG sectors. MBA from IBA Karachi. Leads our industry solutions practice.

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Zubair Usman

Head of Air Freight

IATA-certified air cargo specialist with 12 years on Pakistan trade lanes. Expert in IATA DGR dangerous goods, pharma cold chain air handling, and charter operations for time-critical and oversized cargo.

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Nida Rizvi

Head of Client Success

Designed our 2-hour quote guarantee and proactive shipment update protocol. Raised our Net Promoter Score from 72 to 91 in 18 months. Leads the team that handles every client escalation personally.

Certifications & Memberships

Licensed, Certified & Affiliated

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PIFFA Full Member

Pakistan International Freight Forwarders Association — active full membership since founding. Bound by PIFFA's professional ethics, dispute resolution, and trade advocacy framework.

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FIATA Affiliated

International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations — our global network of 40,000 freight companies across 150+ countries ensures coverage on every trade lane.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Quality Management System certified since 2021 across all operations: quoting, carrier booking, documentation, customs clearance, warehousing, delivery and client reporting.

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Pakistan Customs Licensed

Licensed Customs Agent under Pakistan Customs Rule 355 — authorised to file Goods Declarations at all Pakistan seaports, airports and inland dry ports.

500+
Active Clients
100+
Team Members
11
Years in Business
2
International Offices
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