International eCommerce Shipping Solutions

Optimise every parcel, every time, everywhere – without lifting a finger!

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Optimise International eCommerce Shipping and Cost with GFS

Worldwide delivery to suit your customers and your business in 3 simple options

Dynamic routing of parcels to the best performing, lowest-cost carrier

One label, one tracking number, one pallet and one collection to avoid sortation

Cost-effective pricing based on parcel weight – not volumetric

About GFS International eCommerce Delivery

Taking the hassle out of delivery so you can reach shoppers worldwide – with less risk, cost and effort.

GFS International eCommerce is a dynamic international delivery service that’s continuously monitored by GFS and adjusted based on performance and cost, so you can be confident that every parcel is sent with the optimum delivery service.

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Deliver with confidence to 220+ destinations worldwide in just 3 simple options:

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1

GFS International 

Economy Untracked

  • ROW and EU cost-effective Untracked Service
  • Up to 2Kg. Worldwide Delivery to 220+ Countries. Priced in 100g increments
  • Options DDU/DAP and IOSS
  • Even more cost-effective alternative for International eCommerce
  • Delivery aims of 5-12 Days
  • Suitable for Direct Retailer, Amazon/eBay sales and all Channels
  • GFS eCommerce IOSS services
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2

GFS International 

Economy Tracked

  • ROW and EU cost-effective Tracked Service
  • Up to 2Kg. Worldwide Delivery to 220+ Countries. Priced in 100g increments
  • Options for DDU/DAP and IOSS
  • Cost-effective alternative for International eCommerce
  • Minimum of 6 Scans including delivery, with delivery aims of 5-12 days
  • Suitable for Direct Retailer, Amazon/eBay sales and all Channels
  • GFS eCommerce IOSS services

3

GFS International 

Plus

  • ROW and EU service
  • 220+ Countries covered Exports DDU/DAP and IOSS, high visibility and high reliability
  • Up to 30kg and priced in 0.5kg increments
  • Strong tracking and high visibility. Suitable for Direct Retailer, Amazon/eBay sales and all Channels
  • Minimum of 8 Track events, with delivery aims of 2-9 days
  • Parcels are routed via the GFS Smart Technology Software to ensure the best service provided
  • GFS eCommerce IOSS services

Business Benefits

Easy to use

 No need to sort or weigh individual items. Simply place your international packages in sacks, hub-boxes, or pallets, ready for collection or direct injection.

Reduces processing time and effort

Fast processing

 The customer’s international packages are processed the same day that GFS receive the item, enabling a quick injection to the final providers.

Reduces cost and offers fast transit

Reliability

 Our independently monitored and audited transit times means confidence your international packages will reach their destination within the agreed delivery aims.

Peace of mind

Cost effective

 Our International services range enables competitive pricing and delivery cost optimisation.

Minimises costs

Full visibility

We use the best final-mile providers for every service in all regions for clear visibility and consistent tracking.

Eliminates stress and allows better control

No FSC/FINE/FUEL

On GFS International, we have no fuel surcharge, fines, or remote area surcharges.

Saves money, no hidden ‘surprise’ costs

Our Operations team do the hard work for you, carefully evaluating the carrier market to route every parcel with the best carrier and service for each country at the best cost. With 3 service levels, but one parcel label, one tracking number and one collection, international delivery has never been simpler.

GFS International Hub

Our International Hub is where the magic happens!

This is where our intelligent routing software determines the optimum carrier and service for the size, weight, value and destination of each parcel. The parcel is then re-labelled and sorted into the correct carrier network ready to be shipped to its destination.

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GFS parcel being delivered internationally
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What does this mean for you?

  • Confidence that every parcel is optimised to the best service and cost

  • Easy entry to international markets so you can grow your business worldwide

  • Reduce the burden and cost of international shipping

  • Customers get a best-in-class delivery experience every time

Integrate GFS’ proprietary ECM technology – our eCommerce Shipping Software to simplify cross-border shipping and returns

GFS Checkout

Automatically calculate local Duties & Taxes and tailor delivery options to each customer’s address – with 40,000 Click & Collect points across Europe!

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GFS Global Returns Pro

Paperless returns with 200+ global returns options in 35+ languages – and automated duty relief

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