Global NVOCC providing comprehensive ocean freight forwarding solutions
FedEx Logistics Inc, operating under the SCAC code FTNV, is a major non-vessel operating common carrier that processes over one million shipments annually in U.S. imports alone. The company operates as part of the FedEx Trade Networks division, providing international freight forwarding services with a strong focus on ocean freight consolidation and logistics management. FTNV maintains an extensive operational footprint across major Asian and North American ports, with primary gateway operations through Shanghai, Yantian, and Ningbo in Asia, and Los Angeles, Tacoma, and Long Beach on the U.S. West Coast. The company leverages its position within the broader FedEx network to offer integrated shipping solutions that combine ocean freight services with customs clearance, documentation, and multimodal transportation capabilities. As a registered NVOCC, FTNV issues house bills of lading to shippers while contracting vessel space from ocean carriers, enabling them to provide flexible shipping options and competitive rates through freight consolidation.
FedEx Logistics Inc operates as part of the larger FedEx Trade Networks organization, which provides global freight forwarding and customs brokerage services. The company maintains its operational management structure integrated within FedEx's broader logistics network, allowing for coordination across multiple service lines. Leadership oversight comes from FedEx Trade Networks' executive team, which manages the company's NVOCC operations alongside other international shipping services.
FTNV utilizes advanced logistics technology platforms to manage container movements and shipment tracking across its network. The company processes an average shipment size of 1.73 TEUs, indicating strong capabilities in both full container load and less-than-container load consolidation services. Technology infrastructure enables real-time visibility, documentation management, and integration with customs clearance systems to streamline the shipping process for clients.
FTNV maintains a robust transpacific trade lane presence with concentrated operations connecting major Chinese manufacturing hubs to U.S. West Coast ports. The company's network design focuses on high-volume trade corridors, with Shanghai, Yantian, and Ningbo serving as primary origin points for Asian exports. On the destination side, operations center on the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Tacoma, and Port of Long Beach, providing comprehensive coverage of West Coast gateway markets. This strategic port selection enables FTNV to serve as a major conduit for Asian-U.S. trade flows while leveraging FedEx's inland distribution network for final delivery.
FedEx's Freight division, which includes FTNV's NVOCC operations, reported revenue growth of 30.0% year-over-year in fiscal Q4 2021 ending May 31. The strong performance reflected recovery from pandemic-related disruptions and increased demand for ocean freight services. While specific revenue figures for FTNV's NVOCC operations are not separately disclosed, the division's shipment volumes demonstrate substantial market presence with over one million U.S. import shipments processed. The company's operational scale and integration within the FedEx network position it as a significant player in the NVOCC market segment.
FTNV provides comprehensive NVOCC services including ocean freight consolidation, full container load shipments, and less-than-container load services primarily focused on transpacific trade lanes. The company issues house bills of lading and manages the complete documentation process for international ocean shipments. Services extend beyond basic ocean freight to include customs clearance support, cargo insurance coordination, and integration with FedEx's multimodal transportation network for inland distribution. FTNV specializes in connecting Asian manufacturing centers with North American markets, offering shippers flexible scheduling options and competitive rates through contracted vessel space with multiple ocean carriers. The company's service model emphasizes end-to-end logistics management, combining ocean freight expertise with the broader capabilities of the FedEx Trade Networks platform.
