AIR FREIGHT SERVICES
1. What is Air Freight?
Air freight is one of the most efficient and fastest methods of transporting goods in todays logistics industry.
Simply put, air freight involves using airplanes to transport goods from their origin to destination points. The cargo is carefully packaged and transported either in dedicated freighter aircraft or in the cargo holds of passenger planes. With the global economys development and increased international trade, air freight has become increasingly popular and advantageous.
However, air freight is typically suitable for high-value items that require fast delivery and are prone to damage using other transportation methods. Industries that benefit from air freight include:
- Express mail and courier services
- Live animals, human organs, remains
- Pharmaceuticals
- High-value goods (gold, diamonds, antiques)
- Technical equipment (high-tech machinery, aircraft parts, vehicles)
- High-end consumer goods (electronics, fashion)
- Perishable goods (food, fresh flowers, dry ice-packed items)
2. Advantages and Disadvantages of Air Freight
2.1. Advantages of Air Freight
- High speed: Airplanes travel at very high speeds, ranging from 800-1000 km/h, surpassing other modes of transportation like ships, trains, and trucks.
- Safety: Air freight has a higher safety level compared to road and sea transport.
- Global connectivity: Not limited by terrain, air freight can connect nearly all countries worldwide.
- Fast and punctual service: Due to the speed of air travel and the nature of goods often being high-value or perishable.
- Minimized losses and risks: Reduced risks of damage, breakage, or theft lower insurance costs due to lower risks compared to other transportation methods.
2.2. Disadvantages of Air Freight
- High freight costs: Air freight transportation costs are generally expensive, calculated based on the weight of the cargo.
- Limits on weight and types of goods: Not suitable for bulky and heavy cargo due to constraints in aircraft cargo hold dimensions and payload capacity.
- Weather dependency: Flights can be delayed due to adverse weather conditions such as fog or thunderstorms.
- Restrictions on types of cargo: Airline security regulations may restrict the transportation of certain types of goods.
3. Hung A Logistics Services
Hung A Logistics is a trusted partner of major international airlines such as Vietnam Airlines, Air Mauritius Cargo, British Airways World Cargo, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Garuda Indonesia Airways, and more. We provide high-quality air freight services from Vietnam to leading international airports worldwide.
Our services include:
- International air freight transport
- Packaging of goods
- Warehousing and distribution of goods
- Freight rate agency and contracts with major airlines
For more details and consultation, please contact our hotline at 0968 397 465.
