Developing the professional skills of employees and elevating their qualifications are crucial aspects of fostering a successful and competitive workforce. In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, staying ahead of the curve requires continuous learning and skill enhancement. There are several strategies that organizations can employ to develop the professional skills of ...
What types of cargo require special conditions for air transportation?
Airfreight is a crucial aspect of global trade, enabling businesses to transport goods swiftly and efficiently across continents. However, not all cargo can be handled in the same way. Various types of freight demand special conditions and handling procedures during air transportation. These specialized conditions are necessary to ensure the safety, integrity, and compliance of ...
Managing Big Data in Freight Logistics
In the modern world, freight logistics has become an integral part of many industries. Efficiently managing the movement of goods from one point to another is crucial for businesses to remain competitive. In this context, Big Data has emerged as a game-changer in revolutionizing the way logistics operations are conducted. Big Data refers to the ...
Risk Assessment in Freight Transportation and Crisis Management Plan Development
Freight transportation is an integral part of the global economy, facilitating the movement of goods from producers to consumers. However, it is also associated with various risks that can disrupt operations and impact supply chains. To ensure the smooth flow of goods and mitigate potential crises, it is crucial to assess these risks and develop ...
Developing Effective Logistics Strategies for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Logistics plays a pivotal role in the success of any business, and this is especially true for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In today’s competitive business environment, SMEs must optimize their supply chain and logistics operations to remain competitive, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. This article explores the development of effective logistics strategies ...
Economic Efficiency of Air Freight Transportation
Air freight transportation plays a crucial role in today’s global economy. It enables the rapid movement of goods across vast distances, connecting businesses and consumers worldwide. The economic efficiency of air cargo transport is a topic of great importance, as it directly impacts the costs, speed, and reliability of supply chains. In this text, we ...
Expert Handling of Fragile and Valuable Cargo in Air Transportation
In the fast-paced world of global trade and commerce, air transportation has emerged as a vital link, ensuring the swift and efficient movement of goods across continents. However, within this realm, a significant challenge lies in the safe transportation of fragile and valuable cargo. With delicate items ranging from high-tech electronics to priceless works of ...
Multimodal Transportation Organization: Key Aspects of the Process
Multimodal transportation, also known as intermodal transportation, refers to the movement of goods using a combination of two or more modes of transportation. This process involves seamlessly transitioning goods from one mode to another, such as from trucks to ships or trains to planes, to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery. The organization of multimodal transportation ...
E-Commerce Air Freight: The Internet Commerce Boom and Its Impact on Logistics
The rapid growth of e-commerce has revolutionized the way goods are bought and sold, and this boom has significantly impacted the logistics industry, particularly in the realm of air cargo transportation. As online shopping continues to surge, the demand for efficient and reliable shipping options has led to a burgeoning market for air freight services ...
The Most Commonly Transported Cargo by Aviation in the United States and Why?
Aviation plays a crucial role in the transportation of goods across the vast expanse of the United States. From perishable goods to high-value products, airlines provide an efficient and speedy mode of transport for various types of cargo. This article explores the most frequently transported cargo by aviation in the US and delves into the ...
Air Cargo Transportation and Electronics
In today’s globalized world, air cargo transportation plays a crucial role in moving goods across borders efficiently and swiftly. One of the most important sectors benefiting from air freight is the electronics industry. The transportation of delicate and valuable electronics requires meticulous planning, specialized handling, and advanced security measures. In this text, we will explore ...
Air Freight Transport and the Agricultural Sector: Transporting Fresh Products and Ensuring Quality
In recent years, the global agricultural sector has experienced significant growth and expansion. As a result, the demand for efficient and reliable transportation of fresh agricultural products has also increased. Air freight transport has emerged as a crucial component in meeting this demand, ensuring the timely delivery of perishable goods while maintaining their quality. The ...
How to properly pack your cargo for air freight
Properly packing your cargo for air freight is crucial to ensure safe and efficient transportation. Follow these guidelines for a successful shipment. 1. Determine packaging requirements: Before packing, familiarize yourself with the airline’s guidelines and any specific requirements for your cargo. Consider the type, weight, and dimensions of your goods. Use sturdy, reliable packaging ...
What types of cargo can be transported by aircraft?
Air cargo transportation is an important segment of the logistics industry, providing fast and efficient delivery of various goods worldwide. Aviation can transport a wide range of cargoes, from small and lightweight to large and heavy. Let’s consider some of the main types of cargo that can be transported by air. Urgent shipments: Air transportation ...
What problems can arise in air charter flights and how to solve them?
Problems can arise in air charter transportation both during the planning and organization phase, as well as during the actual flight. In this text, we will discuss some of these problems and possible ways to solve them. One of the main issues is the lack of available flights for charter transportation. It’s possible that all ...
Customs procedures in air transport: advice and recommendations
Air travel is a popular means of transportation in the modern world. When crossing the borders of different countries, customs procedures come into play, which need to be followed. In this article, we will discuss some tips and recommendations to help you smoothly navigate customs checks during air travel. Familiarize yourself with customs rules and ...
Basic principles of air charter transportation
Air charter flights are an important part of the global aviation industry, providing the opportunity to organize special flights that are not included in the schedules of regular airlines. They are widely used for both commercial and private purposes. Organizing air charter flights requires adherence to a number of key principles that ensure safety, efficiency, ...
Ground Express Delivery: Best Practices and Strategies
In the modern world, where e-commerce is rapidly evolving, ground express deliveries play a crucial role in meeting customer needs. Efficient delivery of goods in the shortest possible time has become a key factor in the success of many businesses. In this text, we will explore best practices and strategies that help organizations achieve efficient ...
Growth of the shipping industry
The shipping industry is one of the key components of the global economy. Ships play a vital role in transporting goods and passengers across seas and rivers, facilitating international trade and connectivity between countries. In recent years, the shipping industry has experienced significant growth, which can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the growth of ...
What is Cargo Insurance?
Cargo insurance is an important component of the logistics industry. During the transportation of goods through various modes of transport and delivery routes, there is always a certain level of risk associated with the loss, damage, or theft of cargo. To protect themselves from potential financial losses, logistics companies turn to cargo insurance. In this ...
4 ways logistics networks impact global logistics
Logistic networks play a significant role in global logistics by ensuring efficient and reliable movement of goods worldwide. With the advancement of technology and the increase in international trade volumes, the impact of logistic networks on global logistics becomes increasingly significant. In this text, we will explore four ways in which logistic networks influence global ...
The Top Benefits of Air Freight Services
Air transportation is one of the fastest and most efficient means of transportation, offering a range of advantages for passengers and shippers. Here are some key advantages of air transportation. Speed and efficiency: Air transport allows passengers and cargo to travel long distances in just a few hours. Compared to other modes of transportation such ...
Frequently Asked Questions about airfreight services
Air cargo transportation is a fast and efficient way to deliver goods worldwide. However, many people have questions about this process. In this article, we will address frequently asked questions about air cargo services and provide answers. What is air cargo transportation? Air cargo transportation is the transportation of goods and cargo using aircraft. This ...
The impact of the pandemic on Air freight services
Cargo air transportation plays an important role in modern logistics, providing fast and reliable delivery of goods around the world. However, like all business sectors, cargo air transportation could not avoid the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Change in route popularity One of the main challenges for cargo air transportation has been the change in ...
Air Freight news update part four
Welcome to the Air Freight Service blog, where we once again discuss current news and articles affecting the air cargo and air cargo industry. This blog is designed to update our usual news and contains many other facts, figures and opinions to better understand the state of the market and the development of the air ...
Why Do We Need An Affordable Air Freight Company?
Air freight is now a vital transportation method for goods and products in the globalized economy. It is a fast and efficient way to transport goods across the globe, making it essential for businesses of all sizes. However, with the rising costs of air freight, finding an affordable company is crucial to meet transportation needs ...
What Impacts The Cost Of Freights
Freight shipping is an essential part of many businesses, and the cost of shipping can significantly impact the bottom line. There are various factors that affect the cost of freights, including transportation mode, distance, weight, size, and timing. Transportation Mode: The mode of transportation you choose can significantly impact the cost of freight. Airfreight is ...
Results help pave optimism for air freight performance
Welcome to the Air Freight Service blog. Although we’re still about a month away from the final global air cargo data, we’ve just presented some fairly optimistic results. Keeping with the trend of previous months, recorded a 4.3% increase in air cargo volumes, although the increase in profitability over the same time period was not ...
IATA data shows solid air freight totals
International Air Transport Association released mixed but positive data confirming that overall air cargo and airfreight performance was up significantly compared to last year, but air cargo profitability still lags global performance. Trends in overall air cargo tonnage continue to rise, and capacity issues persist in many markets as we approach. IATA’s optimism about next ...
Air Freight Service news update part tree
With the return of the Air Freight Service blog, we continue to review a number of critical news and articles affecting the air cargo and air cargo industry. These articles complement our regular updates by providing many more facts, figures and opinions to help you better understand the state of the air cargo industry today. ...
3 cases when air freight delivery is needed
Delivery by air is a convenient way to transport goods. It is chosen by many transportation companies. It is an opportunity to quickly move cargo to any distance, regardless of its weight and dimensions. Air cargo services are actively developing and improving. Conditions are created for quick and easy processing of cargo. Individually calculated shipping ...
Seattle Air Freight tonnage increase in part due to port slowdown
After eight months of continuous labor conflicts at West Coast ports with no immediate sign of resolution, there has been a growing trend among those with the most urgent cargo to seek air cargo options in the marketplace. Few places have seen this more pronounced than in air cargo from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. According to ...
Air cargo services make delivery to meet deadline
Air freight allows you to send goods to places that cannot be reached by any other mode of transport. Therefore, it is not surprising that this method of delivery is in wide demand. Air freight saves a lot of time for the user. The main aspects and advantages of this method of delivery are described ...
New US/Mexico Air Freight agreement will also impact domestic market
A new economic agreement has been struck that will significantly improve air travel for many of the cities with the most air service to Mexico, as well as much of Latin America. While the agreement is designed to strengthen international economic ties between the U.S. and Mexico, it should also have favorable results for a ...
Retailers look to air freight solutions as port delays continue
Ongoing conflicts at West Coast ports are creating a growing traffic jam in the distribution of cargo around the country, giving many companies a major headache regarding the timely fulfillment of orders. As the slowdown continues, many companies, and especially retailers, are turning to air freight as a solution to getting overdue shipments to the ...
How companies are saving time by using air freight services
Delivery by air is the optimal way to transport various cargoes to any distance. It is actively used by many companies as one of the main transportation options. Let’s analyze the main points why air cargo transportation is profitable. Why companies choose air transportation Speed. Air transport allows fast delivery of cargo, even over long ...
Release of news about Air Freight Services part two
Welcome to the Air Freight Services blog, where we are once again reviewing the latest important news and articles related to the air cargo and air cargo industry. In addition to our usual updates, these news stories will include many other facts, figures and opinions that will give you a better understanding of the overall state of the air cargo industry right now. You'll find a blue link after ...
Optimistic Air Freight future theme of the Cargo Facts Symposium
Optimism in the air cargo world is tempered, but a steady stream of positive numbers from industry analysts, manufacturers and associations indicates that we’re in for a bright growth year in 2015. These are the main themes of the recent 2014 Cargo Facts Aircraft Symposium held at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, with feedback courtesy ...
Could JFK International Air Freight operations be moving 60 miles upstate?
When you think of what is synonymous with New York City, you probably think of the Statue of Liberty, the Yankees, the Empire State Building and Central Park. If that notion is extended to New York’s airports, which are famous for their volume of air cargo and passenger traffic, Kennedy International Airport is sure to ...
Air Freight Services news update part one
Welcome back to the Air Freight Service blog for our latest update. Every couple of weeks we will analyze some of the industry reports published over the previous period that affect the air cargo industry both in North America and around the world. Take these updates as a jumping off point to access a range ...
IATA Air Cargo projections show global and North American growth
Very optimistic forecasts for global air cargo traffic come to us from a very significant forecast from the International Air Transport Association. IATA data are among the industry’s best indicators, and these four-year forecasts, released last week, indicate that the global air cargo recovery is well underway. According to the analysis, there should be 4.1% ...
Boeing projections indicate a healthy future for the air cargo market
This week, the world’s largest aircraft manufacturer, Boeing (BA), sounded an extremely optimistic message about the state of the air cargo and air cargo industry, announcing a very positive outlook for the global air cargo market over the next few decades. Boeing announced that according to their data, the global air cargo market could double ...
Healthy global Air Freight Services statistics highlight most recent ACI report
Welcome to our new Air Freight Services blog, where we plan to continually analyze the North American air cargo industry, publish reports, analyze and explore issues that affect it. The blog is for those involved in the air cargo, express freight and transportation sector, and we appreciate and welcome your participation. 2014 proved to be ...
FAA study projects healthy growth for Air Freight industry
News that will be greeted with excitement by the entire air cargo industry comes from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which has provided a very optimistic growth forecast for the sector. According to their annual review and market forecast, they anticipate that total air cargo traffic, which they estimate in revenue ton-kilometers (RTK), will ...
Rescued lions return home to South Africa via an air cargo charter flight
Air cargo services play an extremely important role in transporting cargo and equipment around the world, keeping industry and business running smoothly, but sometimes you learn about air cargo charters that are arranged for a less common but incredibly useful business. An MD11F air cargo plane was chartered by Animal Defenders International to carry a ...
Air Freight and Air Charters soaring at Edmonton International Airport
Edmonton International Airport, despite Alberta’s rather weak economy, has seen tremendous growth in air cargo traffic. Parallel to air cargo traffic, the airport has seen an increase in the number of flights, which is good for the regional economy despite the overall downturn. Passenger traffic declined slightly in 2015, but the number of air cargo ...
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