Air freight.
Time on your side.

Start with the deadline. Plan every connection.

Air freight can be a useful option for time-sensitive inventory, replacement parts and other cargo where the delivery window matters. The flight is one step: collection, acceptance, handling, customs processes and onward delivery also affect the overall schedule.

Share the cargo ready date and the date it needs to arrive. A realistic plan works backwards from those requirements and identifies which stages may need extra coordination.

Understand your air cargo requirements

Packed dimensions, piece count and gross weight are essential. Air freight pricing commonly considers chargeable weight, which accounts for both the shipment’s actual weight and the space it occupies. Packing choices can therefore affect the options available.

State any temperature, battery, hazardous-material, fragile or oversized handling needs at the start. Special cargo requires a separate suitability and acceptance review; a standard air freight enquiry does not establish that it can be carried.

Keep the airport and final destination connected

The fastest flight does not always produce the simplest door-to-door journey. Confirm collection arrangements, handling cut-offs, arrival procedures and the vehicle or delivery arrangements required at destination.

Use road transport for the surface legs, or discuss supply chain coordination when several urgent movements need to stay aligned.

What to include in your enquiry

A complete brief helps define the scope before rates or schedules are discussed. Start with these details:

• Collection and delivery locations
• Piece count, dimensions and gross weight
• Cargo description and special handling needs
• Cargo ready date and delivery deadline

For a full preparation guide, use the freight shipping checklist. Pricing and availability depend on confirmed shipment details and the agreed service scope.