Best Logistics Excel Templates for Import, Export & Freight Forwarding
The best logistics spreadsheet is not the one with the most columns. It is the one that makes the next operational action obvious. For small import/export teams and freight forwarders, five Excel workflows usually create the most value.
| Template | Main job | Best for | ImportVista option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipment Tracker | ETA, ETD, status, priority, owner and last update | Daily shipment visibility | Shipment & Import Tracker |
| Landed Cost Calculator | Total import cost and cost per unit | Sourcing, pricing and margin decisions | Landed Cost Calculator |
| Freight Quote Comparison | Compare all-in price and transit time | Choosing carriers/forwarders | Freight Quote Comparison |
| Demurrage & Free Days | Last free day, return deadlines and estimated charges | Container operations | Demurrage & Free Days Tracker |
| Document Checklist | Document status, owner and due date | Customs and delivery readiness | Import & Export Document Checklist |
Best free starting point
The Free Logistics Toolkit gives you three starter files: Shipment Tracker, Landed Cost Calculator and Document Checklist.
Best bundle for importers and exporters
The Essentials Pack combines the three core professional tools for €29.99.
Best bundle for freight forwarders
The PRO Pack adds Freight Quote Comparison and Demurrage/Free Days, giving you all five English tools for €49.99.
Try the calculations online
Free freight quote comparison calculator · Free demurrage/free-days calculator · Import cost spreadsheet guide.
Excel or logistics software?
Excel remains useful when your main problem is process consistency, visibility and decision control. If the real problem is collecting live carrier data, multi-user permissions, EDI or ERP/TMS integration, dedicated software is a better fit. See Excel vs logistics software.