About 5-SLN

Mission, Values & Leadership

Choose partners with confidence. 5-SLN empowers forwarders with public member ratings, clear payment safeguards, and global coverage—ensuring every collaboration is backed by trust, transparency, and accountability.

Our Mission

5-SLN was built to modernize how freight forwarders connect, evaluate, and work together. Our mission is to give members a transparent system where performance can be measured, reliability can be proven, and partnerships can grow with confidence.

By combining technology, peer ratings, and strong governance, 5-SLN helps independent forwarders compete at the same level of trust and visibility as global logistics groups — without sacrificing independence.

Our Story

The idea behind 5-SLN came directly from the freight forwarding community itself — from professionals who wanted a network that values credibility over quantity.

Founded by industry veteran Trevor Titley, 5-SLN was designed to create a self-sustaining network where members grow through reputation, performance, and shared results — not sales promises.

Today, the network spans over 120 countries, uniting companies that believe accountability and peer recognition are the new standard for global cooperation.

/ OUR CORE PRINCIPLES

What Drives 5-SLN Forward

Every 5-SLN member operates under principles that ensure consistency, reliability, and professional conduct across the network. These values define how we collaborate and maintain credibility worldwide.

Transparency First

Performance is visible through member-to-member star ratings and published quality indicators.

Accountability

Clear code of conduct, case management, and consequences for repeat issues.

Speed & Reliability

Fast partner response expectations and escalation paths monitored by HQ.

Selective Growth

Admission based on references, fit, and sustained ratings—quality before quantity.

Collaboration

Conferences, regional meetups, and a digital directory built for quick intros and deal flow.

Integrity

Zero tolerance for unethical behavior; disputes handled promptly and fairly.

Network Leadership

Guided by Experience

5-SLN is led by professionals who understand the freight forwarding world from the inside out. Their goal is to keep the network independent, performance-driven, and member-focused — ensuring decisions are made for the collective benefit of all partners.