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Global Freight Forwarding Solutions | Falcon International
Falcon International has established itself as a trusted leader in global freight forwarding since its founding in 2005. Our family-owned business combines 200 years of collective industry experience with a client-centric approach, delivering tailored logistics solutions across ocean, air, ground, and project cargo sectors. With offices in Montreal and Chicago, we leverage a worldwide network spanning 90 countries to ensure seamless transportation of goods, maintaining a 4.9 rating through exceptional service reliability and a 0% damage claim rate. Our team of CIFFA-certified professionals specializes in oversized cargo and complex logistics challenges, supported by proprietary tracking technology for end-to-end shipment visibility.Backed by strategic partnerships with major carriers and customs authorities, we provide 24/7 support while maintaining environmental responsibility through optimized routing and consolidation services. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through industry-first solutions like Falcon Ocean Xpress, which delivers Europe-to-North America shipments in just 16 days.
Services
Ocean Freight
Air Freight
Ground Transportation
Project Cargo
Show Freight
Customs Clearance
Cargo Insurance
Oversized Freight
Consolidation Services
24/7 Logistics Support
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 200+ years of combined freight forwarding experience with CIFFA-certified operators
- 24/7 dedicated support for urgent logistics needs
- Global network covering 90 countries and 230 offices
- Industry-leading 0% damage claim rate through precision handling
- Proprietary tracking technology for real-time shipment visibility
Associations and certifications
- CIFFA
What people say
Personalized, agile transportation services
Extremely organized and professional
Competitive prices and best service
Constant updates and visibility
Instrumental during pandemic logistics
Services
Ocean Freight
Falcon International provides comprehensive ocean freight solutions including FCL, LCL, and specialized consolidation services. Our Falcon Ocean Xpress (FOX) delivers Europe-to-North America shipments in just 16 days with dedicated container management. We handle break bulk, oversized cargo, and roll-on/roll-off shipments through specialized equipment and global port partnerships, ensuring optimal route planning and customs compliance for both standard and complex maritime logistics requirements.
Air Freight
Our air freight division specializes in time-sensitive cargo transportation with hand-carry, expedited, and charter options. We manage ATA Carnet documentation for temporary imports and provide 24/7 monitoring for critical shipments. With established carrier relationships and dedicated cargo space allocation, we guarantee fast transit times while maintaining strict handling protocols for high-value or fragile goods through our temperature-controlled and secure air freight solutions.
Project Cargo
Falcon's project cargo team handles oversized and overweight shipments requiring specialized planning. We coordinate multi-modal transportation (air, sea, rail, road) with comprehensive permitting, route surveying, and crane operations. Our engineers develop customized rigging plans while managing all regulatory compliance, ensuring safe delivery of industrial equipment, mining machinery, and energy sector components through our global network of specialized handling partners and dedicated transport equipment.
Show Freight
We specialize in entertainment and trade show logistics with dedicated show trucks and 24/7 event support. Our team manages ATA Carnet documentation, hazardous material compliance, and precise delivery scheduling for concerts, tours, and exhibitions. From booth materials to stage equipment, we provide turnkey solutions including advance warehousing, on-site handling, and reverse logistics with real-time tracking to meet strict event timelines and venue requirements.
Ground Transportation
Our ground logistics division offers FTL, LTL, and heavy-haul trucking across North America with real-time GPS tracking. We provide specialized equipment for oversized loads and temperature-controlled shipments, supported by dedicated drivers for time-sensitive deliveries. Through intermodal solutions combining rail and truck transport, we optimize cost-efficiency while maintaining strict delivery windows and compliance with cross-border customs regulations for both standard and specialized freight requirements.
People
Patrick Legault
CEO
With over 30 years in logistics, Patrick founded Falcon's success through hands-on experience starting as a paperboy delivering precision service. He leads with the F.A.C.E. philosophy - Fast, Accurate, Competitive, Efficient - growing the company from 7 to 40 employees while maintaining family values and operational excellence.
Mary Panagiotakis
Founder
Mary established Falcon International in 2005 with a vision for personalized logistics solutions. Her industry expertise and commitment to innovation laid the foundation for global expansion. Now working alongside Patrick, she continues shaping Falcon's strategic direction while maintaining the company's core values of reliability and creative problem-solving.
Alexandre Van Gent
Co-Owner
Joining as co-owner in 2020, Alexandre brings extensive international logistics experience from his family's freight forwarding background. He focuses on expanding Falcon's global network and technological capabilities, implementing systems that enhance operational efficiency and customer visibility across all transportation modes.
Amelia Director
Director of Global Operations
Leading ocean freight operations, Amelia combines technical expertise with client relationship management. She oversees Falcon's consolidation services and vessel scheduling, ensuring optimal transit times and cost efficiency while maintaining the company's 0% damage claim standard through rigorous quality control processes.
Daniel Show
Show Freight Expert
Specializing in event logistics, Daniel manages Falcon's entertainment and trade show division. He develops customized transportation plans for complex tours and exhibitions, coordinating 24/7 deliveries to major venues worldwide while ensuring compliance with international regulations for hazardous materials and temporary imports.
Questions
What types of freight services does Falcon International offer?
We provide ocean freight (FCL/LCL), air freight (expedited/charter), ground transportation (FTL/LTL), project cargo (oversized/heavy haul), and specialized show freight logistics with global coverage.
How does Falcon handle oversized or specialized cargo?
Our project cargo division manages oversized shipments through multi-modal planning, specialized equipment, and comprehensive permitting with expert rigging and crane operations for industrial equipment and energy sector components.
What is Falcon Ocean Xpress (FOX)?
FOX is our premium consolidation service delivering Europe-to-North America shipments in 16 days door-to-door, combining cost savings with fast transit times through dedicated container management and optimized routing.
Do you offer 24/7 logistics support?
Yes, our team provides round-the-clock service with real-time tracking, emergency response capabilities, and dedicated account management for urgent shipment requirements across all transportation modes.
How do you ensure shipment safety and compliance?
We maintain a 0% damage claim rate through specialized packaging, temperature-controlled environments, and strict regulatory compliance with customs documentation handled by our certified professionals.
What global coverage do your services provide?
Our network spans 90 countries with 230+ offices, offering comprehensive coverage across North America, Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, and South America through strategic carrier partnerships.
Reviews (1)
Adela Taranenco
Jul 24, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Good place to work! And providing good quality service to the clients!
Good place to work! And providing good quality service to the clients!
