Air Freight
Air Freight
Air freight is used to transport products and mail quickly. It involves using airplanes, equipment, warehouses, shipping, and packaging to deliver shipments to their destination at high speed. This method is particularly important for emergencies or for transporting items that need to remain fresh. Many companies have developed specialized cargo planes equipped with features such as large doors, reinforced floors, and equipment for handling heavy shipments.
When to Use Air Freight
In some cases, air freight is preferred over land or sea transport, even though it may be more expensive. The choice depends on the type of shipment, the items being transported, and delivery time requirements. Often, the most cost-effective option that meets the delivery needs is considered the best choice.
Air freight is ideal for goods that require immediate delivery, such as fruits or meat, ensuring both sellers and buyers receive shipments quickly, sometimes on the same day. This allows traders to maintain market value and ensures buyers receive fresh products.
Air Freight for Light Goods
Air freight is sometimes the fastest and most economical way to transport food or light goods. Examples include electronics and household furniture. If someone has shipments or parcels under 100 kg that need rapid delivery, air freight is the optimal solution. Customers determine the best shipping method for their goods, and high-value light goods that must travel long distances quickly are typically transported by air.
What are the types of air freight available?
Air freight services vary greatly; depending on the circumstances, some are very fast and urgent, taking a day or two, while others may take a full week. Let’s explore the types of air freight.
Emergency Air Freight
This type of transport is suitable for shipments that need to be delivered very quickly. Time plays a crucial role for those seeking fast transport, as the shipment is sent on the first scheduled flight to reach the destination chosen by the carrier. Customs clearance is carried out quickly at all airports in Saudi Arabia, and the shipment is usually delivered to the client’s airport within 3-5 business days.
Air Cargo Freight
Advantages of Air Cargo Freight * Door-to-door delivery, taking 20 to 25 business days. * The shipment has priority over other shipments but is not classified as urgent. * All related customs clearance activities are handled. * This service is available internationally from Saudi Arabia to the UK and East Asian countries (India – Philippines – Sri Lanka – Indonesia) and is accessible to everyone.
Express Air Freight
This type of air freight is fast and convenient, known as CFR, and is used to transport large quantities of goods worldwide Delivery to the destination airport within 3-5 days All types of goods can be transported regardless of size, shape, or type Includes hazardous goods and items exceeding the allowed weight, with a highly experienced and certified team handling hazardous goods at all necessary locations to ensure delivery All related customs clearance activities are handled This service is available internationally from Saudi Arabia to all countries worldwide.
Economy Air Freight
As the most economical transport methods are used, this type of air freight is suitable for goods that do not require fast delivery. The term “economy” does not imply a lower quality of service. On the contrary, goods are handled and transported with the same care as other types of shipments, without the need for urgent delivery. This makes this payment option more convenient than others.
Features of Economy Air Freight
Takes 20 to 25 business days Only standard goods can be transported; this service does not include hazardous goods Does not include goods that require temperature control or refrigeration during transport All related customs clearance activities are handled at Saudi airports This service is available internationally from Saudi Arabia to all countries worldwide Our company also provides a range of integrated logistics services for international shipping in Riyadh
Air freight is carried out in several steps:
Preparing the shipment for export and planning This is the first step, where the owner of the goods must refer to the cargo handling manual issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to determine the loading and storage requirements for air carriers. Every handling guideline must be strictly followed Calculating and determining the cargo weight The owner of the goods must be aware of the difference between net weight, gross weight, and chargeable weight. The net weight is the actual weight of the goods, the gross weight is the weight including packaging and containers, and the chargeable weight is the volumetric weight. Calculations are based on either the volumetric weight or the gross weight, whichever is higher Arranging bookings with the air freight agent There are procedures and documents that must accompany the booking arrangements. These procedures and documents vary from company to company and from country to country, such as the commercial invoice and packing list Preparing the air waybill Both the freight agent and the shipper must prepare an air waybill detailing the shipment, origin and destination, and flight schedule information for each shipment Transporting from the airline warehouse Shipments to Uganda and other countries are transported after confirming the booking and verifying the details on the air waybill. The goods are then moved to the relevant warehouse station managed by the airline or freight agent Customs clearance Air freight undergoes inspection by customs officers and regulatory agencies to ensure proper export procedures. This inspection verifies the description of goods, cargo weight, dimensions, production dates, and expiry dates Loading and storing the goods After completing the previous six steps, the goods are loaded into the Unit Load Device (ULD) and stored in the aircraft. The carrier then issues a confirmed air waybill as proof of the transport contract. With this, the air freight process is complete and operational
The stages your shipment must go through to reach you, simply:
While you don’t need to worry about knowing these stages to complete the shipping process, we take care of all these steps for you. However, it’s good to be aware of the steps your shipment goes through, including: Packaging the goods and packing them into boxes, cartons, or containers Preparing and completing the necessary procedures and documents, including the air shipping policy Including complete information about the weight, volume, and type of goods or parcels, as well as details about the carrier and shipping company Providing information about the recipient who will receive the parcel or goods, including their name, address, and data about the shipping and arrival airports Delivery date and the specified time to complete the transport and handover to the recipient
Creating an Airway Bill
When it comes to international shipping, customs clearance is an essential part of the process at Privo Logistics. It involves verifying imported or exported goods as well as paying customs duties and taxes. One of the important documents required for customs clearance is the Airway Bill. The Airway Bill is a document issued by the airline or shipping agent that serves as proof of shipment and contains information about the goods being transported. In this section, we will discuss the role of the Airway Bill in customs clearance and how it can affect the process through the following steps: Identifying the goods Proof of shipment Payment of customs duties and taxes.
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