Security

At Expeditors, security is more than a priority — it’s a shared responsibility embedded in everything we do. Our Global Security Team supports the entire Expeditors network by providing timely, user-friendly tools and information that help keep our operations secure.

Security ownership extends across our organization. From managing systems and processes to overseeing service providers, our teams apply a consistent and disciplined approach that ensures cargo moves securely through our network.

We believe security must be championed by leadership and embraced by every employee around the world. Rather than relying solely on rules or checklists, we integrate security into the daily operations of every district. With a dedicated Global Security Team, Regional Security Directors, and a District Security Manager in each office, we maintain a strong, multi-layered framework that supports security at every level of our organization.

Security and Safety Standard

Security and Safety Standard

  • The overall goal of the Security and Safety Standards is to address Security in all areas involving our employees, our Service Providers, and our transportation and information services.
  • These standards encompass fundamental aspects of an integrated security program, such as Personnel Security, Service Provider Management, Physical and Information Security, Training, Incident Reporting, and Analysis, as well as a Measurement and Audit process.
  • Every district owns and drives the implementation and execution of these standards to protect the global supply chains and the people we support by meeting these critical expectations and ensuring constant readiness in terms of Security and safety.

Authorized Economic Operator

  • The Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program is a voluntary program for global supply chain security and trade facilitation.
  • Parties granted AEO status are identified as secure supply chain members and the most reliable trading partners. Expeditors participates in over 20 AEO Certification for Security and Customs and supports the World Customs Organizations Safe Framework.
  • Expeditors has met the AEO program requirements for Security and Customs by establishing a structured approach to AEO preparation and submission guided by Regional and CHQ, Security, and Customs teams.
Authorized Economic Operator

CTPAT

  • Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) is a voluntary program between the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and importing and logistics companies created as a result of the 9/11 attacks to enlist the trade community's involvement in the fight against terrorism.
  • CTPAT members are considered low risk. As such, some of the benefits they may take advantage of are a reduced number of CBP examinations, front-of-line inspections, shorter wait times at the border, and the assignment of a dedicated Supply Chain Security Specialist.
  • Expeditors strongly supports the mission and goals of the CTPAT program and has been heavily involved with CTPAT, becoming a Certified member of CTPAT on February 28th, 2003, Validated in July 2004 and re-validated in 2007, 2012, 2015 and 2019

Sensor Based Security

  • 24/7/365 Command Center staffed by expert analysts monitoring your cargo in real time.
  • Tracking devices to monitor light, temperature, motion, tilt, and shock provide real-time actionable status information.
  • Timely and actionable security and risk intelligence before and throughout the shipment lifecycle.
Sensor Based Security