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The open market for on-board courier shipments

Shippers post. Couriers bid. OBCquote connects the world's time-critical cargo with the people who can move it — transparently and at the best possible price.

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Avg. time to first bid
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Avg. cost saving vs. agency
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Built for two sides

The on-board courier marketplace
for shippers and couriers.

Whether you're moving critical cargo or looking for your next assignment, OBCquote works for you.

For shippers

Post once.
Receive competing bids.

No more calling around agencies. Post your OBC requirement once and receive competitive bids from verified couriers within hours.

  • Transparent pricing — see all bids side by side, no hidden fees
  • Verified couriers — every courier identity-checked before bidding
  • Escrow protection — payment held securely until delivery confirmed
  • Full team access — multiple logistics managers under one account
  • Real-time tracking — live status updates from pickup to delivery
  • Any cargo type — pharma, automotive, aerospace, documents and more
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For couriers

Browse live jobs.
Bid on your terms.

Access a live job board of real OBC assignments. No middle-man taking 40% of your fee. Bid on jobs that fit your travel plans.

  • Independent or agency — works for solo couriers and OBC companies alike
  • Live job board — new assignments posted daily across all major routes
  • Direct payment — no agency cut, funds released on delivery
  • Build your reputation — verified reviews and delivery track record
  • Flexible bidding — bid only on routes and dates that work for you
  • BACA & CIBAS — association credentials displayed on your profile
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See it in action

Ridiculously
simple to use.

Whether you're posting a job or placing a bid, the whole flow takes minutes — not hours.

Post a job in under 2 minutes

Describe your shipment, set your deadline, and publish. Verified couriers receive the job instantly and start bidding.

  • 01
    Fill in cargo detailsOrigin & destination airports, weight, dimensions, cargo type
  • 02
    Set your deadlinePickup window and latest delivery time
  • 03
    Publish & receive bidsCouriers compete — you accept the best offer
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    Payment held in escrowReleased automatically on confirmed delivery
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How it works

How the OBC marketplace
works.

01
Post your requirement

Shippers describe their shipment — origin, destination, cargo type, weight, and deadline. Takes under two minutes.

02
Receive competitive bids

Verified couriers bid directly on your job. You see every bid in real time — name, profile, price, and availability.

03
Accept & escrow

Accept the best bid. Payment is held in escrow — the courier gets paid only when delivery is confirmed.

04
Courier collects

Your assigned courier picks up the cargo. You get live status updates throughout the journey.

05
Confirm delivery

Courier uploads proof of delivery. Shipper confirms — or raises a dispute within 24 hours. Payment auto-releases.

06
Rate & review

Both parties leave a verified review. Great couriers build visible reputations. Shippers build trust with the network.

Escrow-protected payments
Identity-verified couriers
No cargo liability for OBCquote
24h dispute window
BACA & CIBAS compatible
The industry

What is an on-board courier?

An on-board courier (OBC) is a professional who personally escorts time-critical cargo on commercial flights — carrying it as hand luggage or checked baggage. It's the fastest way to move urgent shipments internationally when air freight or express services can't meet the deadline.

Companies in pharmaceuticals, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and legal services rely on OBC shipping when hours matter — clinical trial samples that need to reach a lab overnight, an aircraft-on-ground part that's holding up a fleet, or a legal document that must arrive before a court deadline.

Traditionally, shippers find couriers through OBC agencies who maintain private rosters and charge 30–40% commission. There's no price transparency, no way to compare quotes, and no open market. Shippers overpay, couriers earn less than they should, and agencies capture the difference.

OBCquote changes this with an open bidding marketplace. Shippers post their requirements once, verified couriers bid competitively, and the best offer wins. Funds are held in escrow until delivery is confirmed. It's how on-board courier shipping should have worked from the start — transparent, competitive, and fair for both sides.

Ready to move
smarter?

OBCquote is launching in 2026. Get early access, be first to post a job, or list your availability as a courier.

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