FedEx operates one of the world’s largest express transportation networks and helped shape the modern express delivery industry. For Brisbane businesses, it is one of the go-to options when a consignment needs to cross borders quickly. MTM Logistics ships with FedEx when a client’s shipment is time-sensitive and bound for an overseas destination.
This article covers where FedEx fits, how express services differ, and the practical steps that keep international shipments moving.
Where FedEx fits
MTM typically books FedEx for:
- International express — time-sensitive shipments for overseas customers or suppliers.
- Cross-border ecommerce — getting online orders to international buyers with end-to-end tracking.
- Priority parcels and documents — smaller, urgent items that need to move internationally without delay.
As a freight broker, MTM does not run its own transport. We match each consignment to the most suitable carrier and service, book it and hand it to the carrier. FedEx is one of several options we weigh for international freight.
Understanding express service levels
International carriers generally offer a range of services that trade speed against cost:
- Priority services — the fastest options for urgent shipments to major markets.
- Economy services — slower but more cost-effective when timing is less critical.
- Freight services — for heavier or palletised international consignments.
The right choice depends on how urgent the shipment really is. Paying for priority on everything is one of the easiest ways to overspend on international freight.
Tracking and delivery visibility
Express networks provide tracking from pickup through to delivery, with proof of delivery on completion. For ecommerce orders, passing the tracking number to your customer as soon as the order ships cuts down on “where is my order?” enquiries.
Customs and trade compliance
Speed only helps if a shipment clears customs. To avoid delays:
- Describe goods accurately and declare correct values.
- Use the right tariff (HS) codes where required.
- Include a commercial invoice for commercial shipments.
- Decide who pays duties and taxes before the parcel leaves.
- Check restricted items for the destination — batteries, aerosols, some cosmetics and certain foods often have special rules.
Packaging for express shipments
Express parcels move through several hubs and handling points. Use strong cartons, protect contents with void fill, and size boxes to fit the goods to avoid paying for empty space through dimensional-weight pricing.
Sectors that use international express
- Beauty and cosmetics brands sending orders or samples overseas.
- Wholesale suppliers shipping urgent replenishment to international stockists.
- Industrial and manufacturing businesses sending critical spare parts.
- Medical consumables suppliers shipping items such as gloves, dressings and bandages, subject to destination rules.
How MTM works with FedEx
MTM Logistics stores client stock at our Archerfield warehouse, picks and packs orders, then books the most suitable carrier. When an international order needs to move quickly, FedEx is often the right fit — we prepare the consignment, book it and hand it to FedEx for transport.
Clients can use our client portal at connect.mtmlogistics.com.au to see stock on hand values, see inbound and outbound orders, and enter orders to be dispatched.
Need to get stock overseas quickly and reliably? Talk to us about your destinations and timeframes.
Whatever your business moves, we’ll move it.