Normally you can check if the stock is available locally or not. If not, they will arrange the item sent from anywhere within their network. Looks like in this case, the item you ordered not in local stock. I think you can asked for cancellation if you cannot wait.

Yup, its GDex. I emailed them this morning, very fast reply. My item sent out from UK, will reach within 4-6 working days, using GDex. They even gave me a tracking number. The date provided was an estimate of the arrival, may arrive early though.

Thanks man. Just worried because first time order from them. Not sure how it works. However, all settled after emailing them.

Just to update everyone,

I'm happy to report that the experience of ordering from RS is good.

1) very fast response to emails, same day response (if working day/ office hours)

2) delivery is as stated in order page: in my case (in stock for delivery within 4 working days), I ordered on Tuesday and received the item on Friday. My item shipped from UK warehouse some more.

3) the delivery company used is GDex.

4) pricing wise, some items are cheaper than others (eg. element14, Mouser, Digikey etc.) but some are more expensive. Some items require MOQ of 5 or more compared to other sites which offer MOQ 1 only.

5) best of all, free delivery for all online orders regardless of how much you order.

That sums up my experience in ordering from RS Online.

And thanks to all who helped answer my questions here.