Yes. AI companies buy records from freight forwarders, and micro1, Mercor and Handshake AI accept companies in Singapore. Published payouts for this kind of company run S$130K to S$640K ($100K to $500K), from micro1's qualified-partnership tier. TradeNet permits belong to the declaring party, and forwarding contracts commonly restrict shipment details.
What freight forwarder records AI buyers want
Transshipment and regional forwarding workflows are distinctive Singapore records.
Mercor and Handshake AI both name logistics and supply chain; micro1 lists logistics and operations.
| Record | Why buyers want it |
|---|---|
| Dispatch logs | Mercor and Handshake AI both list dispatch logs. |
| Shipping manifests and records | Show how freight actually moves. |
| Procurement workflows | Handshake AI lists procurement workflows. |
| Exception and claims handling | Decisions under time pressure. |
Which AI data buyers accept Singapore freight forwarders
With no tax treaty, the full 30% US withholding applies unless the deal is structured as a service performed abroad.
| Buyer | Fit for Singapore | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| micro1 | Partial fit | Closed companies with 50+ peak staff; operating companies considered case by case; lists logistics and operations |
| Mercor | Good fit | Names logistics; wants manifests and dispatch logs; pays by wire on delivery |
| Handshake AI | Possible | Names logistics and supply chain; 20+ staff and 3+ years; accepts companies outside the US |
| Turing | Possible | Full operating records up to $1M; strongest demand in the US, UK, Canada and EU |
Published payouts in SGD
Micro1's qualified-partnership tier is the closest published figure for freight forwarders, converted to SGD. Larger programs pay more for long, linked histories.
| Published figure | USD | SGD |
|---|---|---|
| micro1, qualified partnership | $100K to $500K | S$130K to S$640K |
| micro1, large-scale datasets | $500K to $2M | S$640K to S$2.6M |
| Handshake AI, advertised range | $100K to $4M+ | S$130K to S$5.1M+ |
Singapore rules for freight forwarders
TradeNet permits belong to the declaring party, and forwarding contracts commonly restrict shipment details.
Any personal data left in the records falls under Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA); the Singapore privacy steps apply to every industry. Before anything leaves, exclude:
- Shipper and consignee details covered by customer contracts.
- Driver location and personal data.
- Customs data restricted by law.
Can a logistics company sell shipment data?
Shipment-level data usually belongs to shippers under freight contracts, and customs filings are regulated records. Dispatch decisions, exception handling and claims workflows are the more licensable layer.
Our guide covers this in depth: What company data can you sell to AI companies?.
US tax on the license fee
For Singapore: 30%: there is no US-Singapore income tax treaty.
Source: IRS: Tax treaty tables
Common questions
Do AI companies buy freight forwarder data in Singapore?
Yes. micro1, Mercor, Handshake AI and Turing accept companies in Singapore. Transshipment and regional forwarding workflows are distinctive Singapore records.
How much do AI companies pay for freight forwarder data?
Published payouts for this kind of company run S$130K to S$640K ($100K to $500K), from micro1's qualified-partnership tier, with larger tiers for big or unique datasets. Actual offers depend on your records and rights.
Is it legal for a freight forwarder in Singapore to sell company data?
TradeNet permits belong to the declaring party, and forwarding contracts commonly restrict shipment details.
Can a logistics company sell shipment data?
Shipment-level data usually belongs to shippers under freight contracts, and customs filings are regulated records. Dispatch decisions, exception handling and claims workflows are the more licensable layer.
Sources and further reading
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