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Dividing Shipments: Air vs. Sea - A Freightos Guide

Introduction

In the world of logistics and freight, the choice between air and sea shipping can significantly impact your supply chain operations. Freightos provides a comprehensive platform for managing your shipments efficiently. Understanding how to divide your shipments between air and sea transport is crucial for optimizing costs and timelines.

Air Shipping

When time is of the essence, air shipping emerges as the preferred choice. Here are key factors to consider when opting for air freight:

Speed and Efficiency

Air freight is the fastest mode of transport, making it ideal for expedited deliveries and time-sensitive items.

Cost Considerations

While air shipping is faster, it tends to be more expensive than sea freight. Understanding the cost implications is essential for budget planning.

Reliability and Security

Air shipments are often more secure and less prone to delays compared to sea transport.

Sea Shipping

Sea shipping offers a cost-effective solution for transporting large volumes of goods over longer distances. Here's why sea freight might be the better choice:

Economic Advantage

Sea freight is generally more economical for bulky or non-perishable goods, making it suitable for businesses with a longer lead time.

Environmental Considerations

Sea transport has a lower carbon footprint compared to air shipping, aligning with sustainability goals.

Capacity and Flexibility

Shipping by sea allows for larger quantities of goods to be transported at once, providing scalability and flexibility for businesses.

Making the Decision

Deciding between air and sea shipping involves evaluating various factors based on your specific requirements:

Transit Time vs. Cost

Balancing the speed of delivery with shipping costs is crucial in determining the most suitable mode of transport.

Product Characteristics

The nature of your goods, including size, weight, fragility, and perishability, influences the choice between air and sea shipping.

Global Reach and Accessibility

Considering the destinations served by air and sea routes helps in optimizing logistics networks for maximum coverage.

By understanding the nuances of air and sea shipping options, you can streamline your logistics operations and enhance overall efficiency in your supply chain. Whether prioritizing speed or cost-effectiveness, Freightos equips you with the tools to make informed decisions tailored to your business needs.

For more knowledge related to international logistics, please visit: Presou Logistics official website

SERVICES INTRODUCTION

Air Freight

Air freight transportation, support online tracking. Transit time 1-3 days

Sea Freight

Sea shipping, FCL LCL , POL include but are not limited to Qingdao, Tianjin, Ningbo, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen,, Ho Chi Minh etc.

Door To Door

We provide hassle-free door-to-door shipping services. fast door to door delivery with customs clearance.

WAREHOUSE

When you buy a lot of goods in Alibaba, Taobao, or the other suppliers from China, we can help you collect goods and arrange the export shipping for you.

Insurance

Shipping insurance, the insurance fee is 0.2%-0.3% of goods value. Insurance relieves you of the risk if there is any damage,Reduce your lost save the cost.

Export declaration

Won the China AEO Advanced Certification Enterprise, providing comprehensive trailer customs declaration services

WHY CHOOSE US

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Safer

Our subsidiary is a have AEO certificate customs declaration company with 10 years of experience. So we are more professional in the customs clearance and can maximize the efficiency and safety of customs clearance by 60%;

More convenient transportation

We can handle shipments in any city in China. Air and Sea to any airport/port/ yourdoor. We professionally provide Door-to-Door, smooth Customs Clearance, convenient arrivalat your door, Increase convenience for customers by 95%;

Real time tracking

Real-time tracking provides total visibility into your shipments. Leverage this transparency to proactively manage logistics, optimize operations, and deliver superior customer service.

Receive goods faster

Load every day. arrange for earliest loading and shipping schedule. control all important links (Pick up,Loading Customs clearance, Sailing, and Delivery), saving 30% of time;

Higher efficiency

We have a professional team of experienced professionals with an average of over 5 years in the industry. we are very familiar with every aspect of logistics and control every detail,help customers to receive goods earlier, improving end customer satisfaction. customers have longer sales time, get more orders faster;

More professional brand

We are a well-known logistics company in Shenzhen, specializing in international logistics. We have our own customs broker, shipping department, and trailer company, We have been deeply involved in the logistics industry for many year and truly provide one-stop services. Welcome to visit !

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