The transfer and transport of commodities by an air carrier, whether charter or commercial, is what air freight logistics is all about. Many in the logistics industry choose this option since packages can be sent from commercial and passenger aircraft gateways to any location where a plane can fly and land.
Freight forwarders are experts who through their contacts and knowledge are set up to rearrange the better rates available. Freight forwarders are in a strong buying position to drive down prices because of the volume of business they may send a carrier’s way through a variety of different clients.
Freight forwarders frequently ship valuable items that require special handling. Valuables are kept extra safe from pick-up to transportation and delivery through digital video recording systems, guarded transportation, additional insurance coverage, and security specialists.