Wine and Spirits Shippers Association, Inc. negotiates and manages freight contracts, provides complete logistics management and provides to its members a comprehensive marine insurance program unmatched by any others in the industry. WSSA was founded by the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America and the National Association of Beverage Importers in 1976 as a shipping cooperative. Today, WSSA serves as a not for profit shippers association that is managed by a board of industry executives. WSSA combines the total volume of its member shipments to achieve preferential rates and service from each of its carriers and vendors. These rates improve the opportunities for our members to compete in the global wine and spirits marketplace. WSSA has over 600 member companies who import or export from all over the world. Our unique footprint spans across most major countries and we have partners in freight forwarding strategically placed near the busiest ports to ensure we coordinate each shipment seamlessly from A-Z. Our dedication to providing efficient and economical transportation by land, sea, or air, enables our members to tap into a marketplace – efficiently and affordably.