Founded in 1932 by Louisville & Nashville (L&N) Railroad executive Joseph Webster Allen as an International Freight Forwarder, J.W. Allen & Company has evolved into a true Global Logistics Provider offering a full range of import and export services.   Proudly holding FMC License No. 067NF, J.W. Allen & Company remains headquartered in the New Orleans, Louisiana metro area as we have since our founding. Led by only 4 owners throughout our 80+ year history, J.W. Allen & Co.’s dedication to upholding the morals and values of our founder while embracing modern beliefs, technologies, and practices has prevailed.