Freight forwarding logistics hub in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, Tennessee

Memphis Freight Forwarding & Air Cargo Logistics

America's Distribution Hub — FedEx World Hub & Mississippi River Trade

Memphis is the #1 US air cargo city — home to the FedEx World Hub which processes over 1 million packages nightly. With the Mississippi River, major rail connections, and I-40 east-west access, Best Internation Resources delivers freight forwarding and supply chain solutions purpose-built for Memphis businesses.

#1
US Air Cargo Rank
1M+
Packages Processed/Night (FedEx)
Top 5
Mississippi River Rank (Tonnage)
24/7
Operations
About Memphis

About Memphis, Tennessee

Memphis, Tennessee is one of the most remarkable logistics cities in the world. It is consistently ranked as the #1 US city for air cargo freight by volume, driven by the FedEx World Hub at Memphis International Airport. Combined with the Mississippi River — America's primary inland waterway — and the convergence of six major interstate highways, Memphis handles an extraordinary volume of American freight every day.

Best Internation Resources leverages Memphis's unique logistics infrastructure to deliver superior freight forwarding services for regional businesses. Whether you need international air freight, river barge coordination, rail intermodal, or truck freight management, we provide solutions that take full advantage of Memphis's unparalleled freight geography.

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Major Highways

  • I-40 — East-west corridor from Barstow, CA to Wilmington, NC through Memphis
  • I-55 — North-south link to St. Louis and New Orleans
  • I-240 — Memphis bypass and local freight connector

Ports

  • Port of Memphis
  • Mid-South Port Authority

Airports

  • Memphis International Airport (MEM)
  • Memphis Regional Airport at Olive Branch
Our Services

Freight Forwarding Services in Memphis, Tennessee

Air Cargo & Express Freight

Expedited air freight solutions leveraging Memphis's position as America's #1 air cargo hub and FedEx World Hub.

River Barge Freight

Mississippi River barge logistics for bulk commodities — grain, chemicals, and industrial materials.

Intermodal Rail

Memphis intermodal rail freight leveraging Union Pacific, BNSF, and CSX connections for cost-efficient long-haul.

International Freight

Global freight forwarding with customs clearance for Memphis importers and exporters.

Warehousing & Cold Storage

Warehousing and cold storage in Memphis's logistics parks, including near MEM airport and I-240 corridors.

Supply Chain Design

Supply chain optimization leveraging Memphis's unparalleled multi-modal infrastructure for national distribution.

Industries

Industries We Support in Memphis

Distribution

National distribution from America's most connected freight city — Memphis's multi-modal advantage serves all 50 states.

Manufacturing

Supply chain for Memphis's medical device, automotive, and chemical manufacturing sectors.

Retail

Retail logistics and distribution from Memphis's central South/Midwest location.

Import & Export

International freight management via Memphis airport and river barge systems.

Warehousing

Memphis warehousing leveraging low real estate costs and exceptional freight access.

E-Commerce

E-commerce fulfillment logistics from Memphis — the city that invented modern express package delivery.

Why Us

Why Businesses Choose Best Internation Resources

  • Unmatched air cargo expertise in the world's #1 air freight city
  • Mississippi River barge freight capabilities for bulk commodity clients
  • Multi-railroad intermodal expertise with Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, and NS
  • Cost-effective Memphis warehousing with exceptional freight access across all modes
  • 24/7 operations team aligned with Memphis's round-the-clock freight culture
  • Deep relationships with Memphis CBP, port authorities, and carrier networks
Our Process

Our Logistics Process

1

Freight Mode Selection

We match your cargo to the right mode — air, barge, rail, or truck — based on Memphis's unique multi-modal advantage.

2

Carrier Booking

We secure optimal carriers across our Memphis network with competitive pricing and reliable service.

3

Documentation

All customs, customs entry, and freight documentation prepared and filed by our team.

4

Pickup & Loading

Coordinated pickup from your Memphis location with active loading monitoring.

5

Transit Management

Real-time tracking across all freight modes with exception alerting.

6

Delivery & POD

Confirmed delivery with proof-of-delivery documentation and post-shipment support.

Infrastructure

Memphis Freight & Logistics Infrastructure

Major Highways

  • ·I-40East-west corridor from Barstow, CA to Wilmington, NC through Memphis
  • ·I-55North-south link to St. Louis and New Orleans
  • ·I-240Memphis bypass and local freight connector
  • ·US-51North-south Mississippi Delta corridor
  • ·I-22Northeast connector to Birmingham and Southeast markets

Port Connections

  • ·Port of MemphisMajor Mississippi River bulk and breakbulk terminal
  • ·Mid-South Port AuthorityContainer barge operations on the Mississippi
  • ·Cargill Memphis ElevatorsMajor agricultural commodity terminal

Air Cargo

  • ·Memphis International Airport (MEM)#1 US air cargo airport (FedEx World Hub)
  • ·Memphis Regional Airport at Olive BranchGeneral aviation overflow
  • ·West Memphis Municipal Airport (AR)Arkansas-side general aviation

Rail Network

  • ·Union Pacific MemphisMajor hub connecting east-west and north-south corridors
  • ·BNSF RailwayMemphis intermodal terminal serving southern and western corridors
  • ·CSX TransportationEastern US rail connections from Memphis
  • ·Norfolk SouthernSoutheast corridor access from Memphis
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Memphis Logistics

Yes. Memphis International is the #1 US air cargo airport. We manage air freight through MEM with access to all major express and freight carriers operating through the FedEx World Hub and cargo terminal.

Yes. We coordinate river barge freight for bulk commodities including grain, chemicals, and industrial materials through the Port of Memphis and Mid-South Port Authority terminals.

Memphis offers excellent warehousing value with facilities throughout the city including near MEM airport, along I-40/240 corridors, and in the Shelby County industrial districts with competitive lease rates and strong freight access.

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