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Air Freight Services
Key Features of Our Air Freight Services
- Direct Door-to-Air Service: Skilled agents ensure seamless transportation of goods directly from your door to the aircraft and to the final destination, ideal for high-value or perishable items.
- Cargo Consolidation: Combine multiple shipments into one delivery to save costs for both airlines and shippers, offering a budget-friendly solution for time-sensitive shipments.
- Express Air Freight: Designed for urgent deliveries that can’t wait, ensuring rapid transport to meet tight deadlines.
- Expert Handling of Dangerous Goods: Specialists with up-to-date knowledge of regulations and classifications ensure safe air transport for sensitive cargo.
- Flexible Delivery Options: Choose from express, standard, or economy services to balance speed and budget for your shipments.
- Temperature-Controlled Cargo: Specialized solutions for transporting perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, or other temperature-sensitive items.
- Real-Time Tracking: Stay updated with advanced tracking systems that provide complete visibility of your shipment throughout its journey.
- Customs Assistance: End-to-end support in navigating complex customs procedures, ensuring smooth transit across international borders.
- Specialized Equipment Handling: Expertise in managing oversized or irregularly shaped cargo requiring specialized loading and unloading equipment.
- Global Expertise: Experienced in handling shipments to and from major international airports, leveraging a robust network of agents and partners.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ'S
Air Freight Services FAQ's
- What is air freight? Air freight refers to the transportation of goods by aircraft. It's a fast and efficient method for shipping items, especially for time-sensitive or high-value cargo.
- How are air freight costs calculated? Costs are determined based on the chargeable weight, which is the greater of the actual weight or volumetric weight of the shipment. Other factors include destination, priority level, and surcharges such as fuel and security fees.
- What is the difference between direct and consolidated air freight? Direct Air Freight: Involves booking space on a single flight for faster delivery. Consolidated Air Freight: Combines shipments from multiple shippers, reducing costs but potentially involving longer transit times.
- What documentation is required for air freight? Required documents typically include a commercial invoice, airway bill (AWB), packing list, and any necessary customs declarations for international shipments.
- Can air freight handle hazardous materials? Yes, but the shipper must comply with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations, provide necessary documentation, and properly label and package the hazardous goods.
- Is there a weight or size limit for air freight shipments? Weight and size limits vary by carrier and aircraft type. Most carriers have weight restrictions per package (typically 70-100 kg) and size limits based on cargo hold dimensions.
- How long does air freight take? Air freight is much faster than ocean or ground transportation, with most international shipments delivered within 1-7 days, depending on the service level.
- What is an Airway Bill (AWB)? An AWB is a non-negotiable document that acts as a receipt, contract of carriage, and guide for handling and tracking the shipment.
- Is insurance available for air freight? Yes, although carriers offer limited liability based on weight, it is advisable to purchase additional insurance to cover the full value of the goods.
- How does tracking work for air freight? Air freight offers real-time tracking through the carrier’s system, showing the status from pickup to delivery, with updates at key checkpoints during transit.
If you have any further questions or need assistance with information not covered in our FAQs, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Our team is here to provide you with the answers and support you need.
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