Chargeable weight
- Actual weight, dimensions and volumetric weight should be reviewed with accurate cargo information.
- Packaging choices can affect the handling and transport factors that need assessment.
Freight mode
Air freight for time-sensitive shipment priorities.
For time-sensitive, higher-value or replenishment shipments where speed is a priority.
Service Overview
Air freight can be considered when the shipment’s timing, cargo value or replenishment needs make speed an important factor.
A practical plan should still account for supplier readiness, cargo handling, destination requirements and final delivery scope.
Shipment sequence
Planning the shipment
- Confirm cargo readiness and supplier collection requirements
- Assess chargeable weight and cargo handling information
- Prepare export and transport documentation
- Plan destination-side requirements and delivery scope
Decision Factors
Cargo priority
- Time sensitivity, cargo value and replenishment context help frame whether air freight is suitable.
- The chosen transport plan should reflect the shipment’s overall requirements, not one factor alone.
Destination planning
- Customs-related arrangements, delivery point requirements and any handling needs should be reviewed before shipment planning is finalised.
- The importer setup and cargo information influence the details that need to be prepared.
Operational Considerations
- Air freight suitability is assessed against the cargo, origin, destination and delivery requirements.
- Accurate dimensions, weight, commodity and timing information support a useful freight planning discussion.
FAQ
What affects an air freight assessment?
Actual weight, volumetric weight, cargo details, urgency, origin, destination and delivery scope are all relevant planning factors.
Can air freight include final delivery planning?
Destination-side requirements and final delivery can be considered as part of the shipment plan, based on the cargo and importer setup.
Start with the shipment