Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is a leading non-asset-based third-party logistics provider that manages the global movement and strategic positioning of goods. The company operates as a knowledge-based intermediary, purchasing cargo space from carriers on a volume basis and reselling it to customers through an integrated international network. Its core value proposition centers on providing a single, uniform technology platform and specialized expertise to optimize complex supply chains without the capital risks of owning aircraft or ships.
Based on Q1 2026 filing
Assists customers in navigating complex international trade regulations by preparing documentation, calculating duties, and managing government inspections. This segment also includes value-added logistics such as warehousing, distribution, and intra-continental ground transportation.
Customs Clearance, Transcon (Ground Transportation), Warehousing and Distribution, Tradewin (Consulting), Inventory Management
Importers, Exporters, Multinational corporations, E-commerce businesses
Acts as a freight consolidator or agent to arrange the transportation of high-value or time-sensitive goods via commercial airlines. The company aggregates shipments to secure volume-based pricing and manages routing, documentation, and final delivery.
Airfreight Consolidation, Airfreight Forwarding, House Airway Bill (HAWB), Charter Services
Technology companies, Healthcare providers, Retailers, High fashion brands
Provides ocean transportation intermediary services, including consolidation of full and less-than-container loads. This segment focuses on maximizing container utilization and providing end-to-end visibility through order management systems.
Ocean Freight Consolidation, Direct Ocean Forwarding, Order Management, House Ocean Bill of Lading (HOBL), SKU Visibility Portal
Global manufacturers, Automotive companies, Aerospace firms, Consumer goods shippers
A leading global logistics provider that differentiates through organic growth, a single unified technology platform, and a highly incentivized, local-management-focused culture.
Americas, North Asia, South Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, India
Enterprise, Technology, Healthcare, Automotive, Retail
Commercial airlines, Ocean shipping lines, Trucking companies, Technology and software providers
Technology and semiconductor manufacturers, Retail and fashion brands, Automotive and aerospace manufacturers, Healthcare and pharmaceutical companies
International Air Transport Association
Voluntary association of airlines that prescribes operating procedures for airfreight forwarders
Expeditors International Ocean, Inc.
Ocean Transportation Intermediary and NVOCC specialist
Tradewin
Trade compliance consulting services unit
Expeditors Cargo Insurance Brokers, Inc.
Licensed insurance broker for cargo coverage
Common questions about Expeditors International of Washington
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is a leading non-asset-based third-party logistics provider that manages the global movement and strategic positioning of goods. The company operates as a knowledge-based intermediary, purchasing cargo space from carriers on a volume basis and reselling it to customers through an integrated international network. Its core value proposition centers on providing a single, uniform technology platform and specialized expertise to optimize complex supply chains without the capital risks of owning aircraft or ships.
Expeditors International of Washington (EXPD) has a market capitalization of $20.5B and trades on NYSE.
Expeditors International of Washington generated $11.2B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $836.1M, representing a net margin of 7.5%, with free cash flow of $920.6M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Expeditors International of Washington's key competitors include C.H. Robinson, XPO, Inc., Old Dominion Freight Line, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Expeditors International of Washington has approximately 18,100 employees.