Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. EXPD

Company Overview

Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is a global logistics and freight forwarding company that provides international supply chain solutions across the airfreight, ocean freight, and customs brokerage industries. The company operates as a non-asset-based logistics provider, coordinating transportation, customs clearance, and related services without owning aircraft, vessels, or trucking fleets. Its revenue is primarily generated from freight forwarding services, customs brokerage, and value-added logistics solutions for multinational customers.

The company serves a broad range of customer segments, including manufacturers, retailers, technology companies, automotive firms, healthcare providers, and consumer goods companies with complex international supply chains. Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. was founded in 1979 in Seattle, Washington by Peter Rose, initially focusing on customs brokerage before expanding organically into global freight forwarding and integrated logistics services. Over time, the company developed a reputation for operational consistency, decentralized management, and proprietary information systems that support real-time shipment visibility and compliance.