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Express Air Freight

When a production line is waiting, a sample is due or a replacement part has to be on site, we book your cargo on the earliest suitable departure and stay on it until it lands.

Overview

What express air freight gives you

Express air freight is built around one question: what is the fastest dependable way to get this cargo there? We compare direct services and connections, check cut-off times and space, and book the routing that gives your shipment the best realistic arrival — not just the earliest scheduled one.

Because time-critical cargo leaves little room for error, documentation is prepared in parallel with the booking, the consignee is pre-alerted before departure and every milestone is passed on to you as it happens.

Well suited to

  • Machine and production spare parts
  • Pre-production and buyer samples
  • Urgent replacement components
  • Tender, exhibition and launch deadlines
  • Time-sensitive medical and laboratory supplies (non-restricted)
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What’s included

Handled for you as part of this service

01

Priority space booking

Space requested on the first suitable flight, with direct routings preferred where they shorten transit.

02

Same-day handling where possible

Collection, cargo acceptance and documentation arranged to meet the next available cut-off.

03

Pre-alerts and milestone updates

Air waybill number, flight details and arrival notice shared with you and your consignee.

04

Destination coordination

Clearance and delivery arranged in advance so the shipment keeps moving after arrival.

How it works

From booking to arrival in four steps

01

Share the details

Pieces, dimensions, weight, commodity, collection point and required delivery date.

02

Routing and confirmation

We confirm the fastest dependable routing, the rate and the latest cargo cut-off.

03

Collection and acceptance

Cargo is collected, weighed, labelled and lodged with the airline for screening.

04

Departure and arrival

You receive the AWB and flight details, then arrival notification at destination.

Underside of an airliner flying overhead

Good to know

Planning notes

Transit times depend on routing

Express service shortens the time your cargo spends on the ground, but flight schedules, connections and customs procedures still apply. We confirm an estimated transit with every quotation.

Have documents ready

A correct commercial invoice and packing list are the fastest way to avoid delays. We will tell you exactly what is required for your destination.

Questions about this service

Is express air freight the same as courier?

No. Courier services move small parcels through an integrated network. Express air freight moves cargo of almost any size on scheduled airline flights under an air waybill, which is usually more economical once shipments go beyond a few parcels.

How late can I book?

It depends on the flight and the airline's cargo cut-off. Contact us as early as possible with your cargo details and we will tell you which departure is still achievable.

Request a quote

Have cargo ready to fly?

Send us the dimensions, weight and destination. We'll come back with a routing, a transit estimate and an itemised rate — usually the same working day.