Celebrating Our 10 Year Anniversary

Plus, An Announcement for Our Newest Venture

This year marks a major milestone for Sheltered International: our 10th anniversary in the freight forwarding and shipping logistics industry! What began as a small operation fueled by determination and a deep passion for solving complex problems has grown into a trusted name in global logistics. Over the past decade, we’ve navigated shifting trade routes, embraced digital transformation, and built strong partnerships that span continents.

As we celebrate this important anniversary, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the road behind us, thank the people who made it possible, and share what’s ahead for the next chapter of our journey. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or just joined us recently, we’re grateful to have you along for the ride.

Pictured above: photos of our first customs entry and first container!

“A decade of dedication and growth. Thank you for being a part of our story — we couldn’t have done it without our incredible employees and partners!” -Andrew Ciccarone, Managing Member Sheltered International

Looking Back at our First Ten Years

In 2015, we looked around the shipping industry and saw an opportunity. Not enough freight forwarders were taking advantage of technology to help their clients reach their goals. We knew we could do something special in this space and Sheltered International, or SiShips for short, was born.

Since then, we have been working hard with our development partners to share new features like satellite tracking for ocean cargo, up-to-the minute train tracking, and even launched a mobile app, so clients can track their shipments wherever they are. Along the way, we’ve expanded our footprint by opening an international office in Bogotá, Colombia and popped up at everything from the largest gaming convention in North America to the largest professional cannabis event in the world.

Of course, it hasn’t been smooth sailing all the time, like when the supply chain was rocked by a global pandemic. That made for a few interesting years as we worked to provide our clients with updates about how best to position themselves in a constantly changing industry. There are always surprises, but everyone is coming out of this experience stronger and more knowledgeable with calmer seas ahead.

And that’s just the beginning.

Introducing SiTrucks

As Sheltered International enters its second decade, we are thrilled to announce our new software that seamlessly integrates with our current product.

SiTrucks is our groundbreaking new domestic platform. SiTrucks empowers you to manage truckload shipments across the United States with real time tracking, automated dispatch, and integrated billing.

But that’s not all. SiTrucks works in sync with SiShips, allowing you to broker the domestic leg of your international shipments, giving you greater control over your client relationships and the potential to earn higher commissions.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey with SiTrucks. Together, let’s shape the future of international and domestic shipping.

A Look at our 10th Anniversary Party

We knew we had to do something special for this momentous occasion. None of this would be possible without you and we are incredibly grateful and honored that clients and guests from around the world came to celebrate with us at our headquarters on Amelia Island.

The festivities began with an Open House of our offices at the corner of historic Centre Street and 3rd Street in downtown Fernandina Beach, Florida. The technology we use allows us to handle so much of our business virtually, so it was such a pleasure to bring everyone together and spend some quality time in person.

As the sun set, we headed to the docks for a sparkling cruise with Amelia River Cruises. We enjoyed socializing and appetizers while our guide pointed out the natural wildlife, like the dolphins of the Amelia River and the horses of Cumberland Island. The cruise was followed by a great dinner at a local, family-owned restaurant, Café Karibo, and we capped the night off with karaoke at Duck Pinz next door. Not even the rain could dampen the evening! Thank you to everyone who came. This is a night we’ll remember for a long time.