Brisbane International Freight Forwarders
Welcome to CargoMaster a trusted name in international freight forwarding. With over three decades of experience, our team has helped countless Brisbane businesses and individuals move cargo across the globe safely and efficiently. From personal effects to large-scale commercial shipments, CargoMaster provides world-class logistics solutions tailored to the unique needs of clients in Queensland’s capital. Whether you are importing, exporting, or relocating, our expertise ensures your freight is in reliable hands.
As one of Australia’s most experienced freight forwarding companies, CargoMaster offers a comprehensive range of services that connect Brisbane to international trade hubs. We specialise in both sea freight and air freight, working closely with major airlines, shipping lines, and logistics partners. This network allows us to provide efficient transit times and competitive rates while maintaining a strong focus on compliance and security.
CargoMaster is strategically positioned to handle cargo of all types. Our bonded warehouse adds another layer of convenience and security, ensuring your goods are properly managed before leaving Australia or upon arrival. Brisbane’s role as a growing logistics hub makes our services crucial for companies and individuals seeking reliable freight options.
Choosing CargoMaster means choosing experience, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. We understand the complexities of freight forwarding in Brisbane and are passionate about simplifying the process for our clients. Our reputation is built on results, and we continue to deliver cost-effective solutions that keep Brisbane connected to the rest of the world.
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History of Freight Forwarding
The origins of freight forwarding can be traced back centuries, when merchants and innkeepers in Europe first acted as agents to move goods safely across trade routes. These early forwarders coordinated transportation, protected cargo, and ensured documentation was handled properly. Over time, as trade expanded, freight forwarding became a specialised profession, essential for managing the growing complexities of international commerce.
By the 1800s, freight forwarders were firmly established in Europe and North America, helping businesses ship goods by sea, rail, and eventually by air. Companies like Thomas Meadows & Co. in London laid the foundation for the modern industry. Their role was not only to book cargo space but also to manage logistics and keep clients updated on shipments. This evolution shaped freight forwarding into a trusted service that enabled global commerce.
In Australia, freight forwarding developed rapidly with the rise of international trade. The introduction of containerisation in the mid-20th century revolutionised shipping, making freight faster and more efficient. Forwarders adapted to provide packing, customs clearance, and door-to-door delivery, ensuring shipments could move seamlessly across borders.
Today in Brisbane, freight forwarding has become vital for industries ranging from manufacturing to retail. Digital technology, faster communication, and advanced logistics systems have transformed the role of forwarders into strategic partners. CargoMaster continues this tradition by combining time-tested expertise with modern tools, ensuring Brisbane remains connected to the global economy.
Air Freight
Air freight is the fastest way to transport cargo internationally, and CargoMaster offers Brisbane clients a wide range of air freight forwarding solutions. Whether you need urgent delivery of spare parts, medical supplies, or valuable cargo, our air freight services ensure speed and reliability. With access to major carriers operating from Brisbane Airport, we can provide flexible schedules and tailored options to suit your timeline and budget.
Our air freight team specialises in both consolidated shipments and direct flights, giving Brisbane clients cost-effective solutions without compromising on service quality. Consolidation is ideal for smaller consignments, while dedicated space on flights is perfect for time-sensitive deliveries. Regardless of size, every shipment receives careful planning to meet international regulations and security standards.
CargoMaster also offers door-to-door Brisbane air freight services, collecting your goods from your location and managing every stage until arrival overseas. This end-to-end approach removes the stress of coordinating multiple providers, giving you confidence that your shipment will be delivered as promised. We also assist with packaging, labelling, and documentation, which are crucial for avoiding delays.
For businesses and individuals in Brisbane needing urgent international shipping, air freight is the clear solution. CargoMaster’s expertise, network, and commitment to excellence ensure every air cargo shipment is handled with precision. When speed and security matter most, we are the partner you can trust.
Air Charter
When deadlines are critical and standard air freight options aren’t fast enough, Brisbane customers turn to CargoMaster’s air charter services. Air charter provides exclusive use of an aircraft, giving complete flexibility and control over schedules, routes, and cargo requirements. It’s the fastest solution for urgent shipments that cannot afford delays.
CargoMaster has access to a wide range of aircraft, from small planes for urgent documents to heavy freighters capable of transporting oversized equipment. This flexibility ensures Brisbane clients receive tailored solutions that match the urgency and scale of their cargo. Air charter is ideal for government shipments, defence projects, and industries requiring guaranteed delivery times.
Our team manages every stage of the air charter process, including flight planning, permits, ground handling, and customs clearance. This comprehensive approach ensures cargo moves seamlessly, even under the most demanding circumstances. Brisbane clients benefit from our expertise and international connections, which allow us to arrange charter flights quickly and efficiently.
Air charter is the ultimate premium freight service, providing reliability when time is the most important factor. CargoMaster’s reputation for precision and professionalism makes us the trusted choice for air charter services in Brisbane and across Queensland.
Sea Freight
Sea freight remains the backbone of international logistics, and Brisbane clients rely on CargoMaster for dependable, cost-effective ocean freight services. We offer both full container load (FCL) and less-than-container load (LCL) options, giving flexibility for small and large shipments alike. Brisbane’s port facilities, combined with our international partnerships, provide access to shipping routes across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond.
CargoMaster’s sea freight services cover everything from containerised goods to break bulk and oversized cargo. We arrange shipping for machinery, vehicles, industrial equipment, and personal belongings. Brisbane businesses in industries such as mining, agriculture, and manufacturing depend on our sea freight solutions to keep their supply chains moving efficiently.
Self-pack containers are a popular option within our sea freight service, giving Brisbane customers control over packing while enjoying affordable rates. CargoMaster delivers containers to your location, arranges collection, and coordinates shipment to your chosen destination. This approach is ideal for families relocating abroad or businesses exporting goods on flexible schedules.
With decades of experience in ocean freight forwarding, CargoMaster understands the challenges of international shipping from Brisbane. We manage every detail, from securing shipping space to handling customs documentation. Our expertise and dedication make sea freight a reliable, economical solution for Brisbane clients shipping worldwide.
International Shipping Container Dimensions | |||||
Type of Container | Inside Dimensions (m) | Door Opening (m) | Tare Weight (kgs) | Volume (cbm) | Loading Capacity (kgs) |
20' Standard Container | 5.92x2.34x2.38 | 2.29x2.28 | 1.9 | 33 | 22.1 |
20' Open Top Container | 5.92x2.34x2.38 | 2.29x2.28 | 2.177 | 31.6 | 21.823 |
20' Reefer Container | 5.38x2.24x2.29 | 2.24x2.12 | 3.209 | 24.1 | 17.111 |
20' Flatrack | 5.94x2.40x2.27 | 2.56 | 21.44 | ||
40' Standard Container | 12.06x2.35x2.38 | 2.29x2.28 | 3.107 | 67.3 | 27.373 |
40' Open Top Container | 12.064x2.34x2.37 | 2.29x2.25 | 4.445 | 64 | 26.067 |
40' Reefer Container | 11.21x2.25x2.18 | 2.22x2.12 | 4.84 | 49.3 | 25.64 |
40' Flatrack | 12.07x2.42x2.10 | 5.55 | 25.22 | ||
40' High-Cube | 12.06x2.34x2.68 | 2.29x2.25 | 3.265 | 75.8 | 27.215 |
Self-Pack Containers
CargoMaster’s self-pack container service gives Brisbane customers the flexibility to manage their own packing while benefiting from our professional logistics expertise. This cost-effective method is perfect for personal moves, small businesses, or anyone needing greater control over how their cargo is handled. Containers can be delivered directly to your property in Brisbane, allowing you to pack at your own pace before collection and shipping.
One of the advantages of self-pack containers is affordability. By handling the packing yourself, you save on labour costs while still enjoying CargoMaster’s full international freight forwarding support. Our team ensures your container is securely transported, properly documented, and delivered to its destination on schedule.
This service is popular for international relocations, as families in Brisbane can carefully organise their household items without the pressure of professional movers. Businesses also use self-pack containers for flexible export needs, particularly when shipments are not time-sensitive. CargoMaster’s guidance on safe packing helps protect goods during transit, reducing the risk of damage.
With over 30 years of experience in container logistics, CargoMaster makes self-pack shipping simple and stress-free. Brisbane clients can count on us to deliver the container, manage collection, and coordinate international shipping seamlessly. It’s the practical and affordable way to move goods worldwide.
Specialized Freight
Not all cargo fits into standard containers, and Brisbane industries often require customised freight forwarding solutions. CargoMaster specialises in handling oversized, heavy, or high-value cargo, offering services tailored to unique shipping requirements. From mining machinery to defence equipment, our specialised freight solutions cover the most challenging logistics tasks.
Handling specialised freight requires experience, knowledge, and resources. CargoMaster carefully plans each shipment, considering factors such as weight, dimensions, and route restrictions. Our network of carriers and partners ensures the right equipment and expertise are available, from cranes for loading to vessels suited for heavy-lift cargo.
For Brisbane’s growing industrial sector, specialised freight services are crucial. Manufacturers, construction companies, and energy projects depend on efficient logistics to keep projects on track. CargoMaster ensures that complex shipments are delivered safely, on time, and in compliance with international standards.
Our proven track record gives Brisbane clients confidence when entrusting us with specialised freight. CargoMaster has the resources and know-how to manage even the most demanding logistics projects, delivering practical solutions that minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
Customs Clearance
One of the most critical stages of international freight forwarding is customs clearance, and CargoMaster provides Brisbane clients with expert support in navigating these regulations. Incorrect or incomplete paperwork can cause costly delays, but our team ensures all documentation is accurate and compliant.
We work closely with licensed customs brokers to streamline the process, ensuring duties, tariffs, and restrictions are properly managed. Whether you are importing goods into Brisbane or exporting them abroad, our customs clearance service simplifies what can otherwise be a complex process.
CargoMaster’s customs clearance support covers a wide range of cargo types, from commercial shipments to personal effects. We assist with quarantine requirements, restricted items, and biosecurity regulations to ensure goods pass smoothly through Australian and international borders.
With our professional customs clearance service, Brisbane businesses and individuals can avoid unnecessary delays and costs. CargoMaster’s attention to detail and commitment to compliance make us the reliable partner for customs clearance on all international freight.
Why CargoMaster
CargoMaster is more than just a freight forwarder; we are a trusted logistics partner for Brisbane businesses and individuals. With over 30 years of industry experience, we bring knowledge, resources, and dedication to every shipment we manage. Our reputation has been built on delivering consistent, reliable, and affordable international freight solutions.
We understand that every shipment matters. Whether you are sending a single pallet overseas or coordinating a large-scale project, CargoMaster treats every job with the same level of care and professionalism. Our team provides personalised solutions tailored to the needs of each Brisbane client, ensuring peace of mind from start to finish.
Our global network of carriers and partners allows us to provide seamless connections from Brisbane to destinations worldwide. We combine this reach with local expertise, making us uniquely equipped to handle the challenges of international freight forwarding for Queensland clients.
When you choose CargoMaster, you choose experience, reliability, and service that cannot be copied. Brisbane customers can trust us to provide international freight solutions that deliver results every time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does an international freight forwarder do
International freight forwarders manage the movement of goods across borders and within countries. In Australia, they coordinate transportation via sea, air, rail, and road to ensure cargo reaches its destination efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. They also assist with export and import documentation, helping businesses navigate customs and compliance requirements.
Who is considered a top freight forwarder in Australia
CargoMaster is widely recognized as one of Australia’s most reliable freight forwarding providers. They offer both domestic and international logistics solutions tailored to business needs.
How much does freight forwarding cost
Pricing varies based on several factors, including the mode of transport (air or sea), the origin and destination of the shipment, cargo size, and the type of goods being moved. CargoMaster provides competitive quotes for both sea and air freight services.
How do freight forwarders get paid
Payment is typically made upon presentation of shipping documents, although some services may require prepayment. In those cases, the freight forwarder issues an invoice once the cargo is booked.
How are freight charges calculated
Charges are primarily determined by the transport method, cargo dimensions, and weight. Additional considerations include the shipment’s origin and destination.
What is the role of a freight forwarder
Freight forwarders handle the logistics of transporting cargo and often provide additional services such as packaging, labeling, insurance, warehousing, and documentation support.
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SHIPPING CONTAINER DIMENSIONS
20 ft Standard Dry (8'6" x 8' x 20')
Weight: 4500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 19′ 5″
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening:
Width: 7’ 8-½”, Height: 7’ 5-¾”
40 ft Standard Dry (8'6" x 8' x 40')
Weight: 8500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 39′ ⅜”
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening:
Width: 7’ 8-½”, Height: 7’ 5-¾”
40 ft High Cube (9'6" x 8' x 40')
Weight: 8750 lbs
Max Gross Weight: 68,008lb
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 39′ 4”
Width: 7′ 7”
Height: 8′ 9″
Door Opening: Width:
7’ 8″‘, Height: 8’ 5”
Dimensions of 20ft Flat Rack Container
Internal length 5.94 m / 19.5 ft
Internal width 2.35 m / 7.7 ft
Internal height 2.35 m / 7.7 ft
Tare weight 2,360 kg / 5,203.8 lbs
Payload capacity: 30,140 kg / 66,458.7 lbs
Cubic capacity 32.7 m³ / 1,154.3 cu ft
Dimensions of 40ft Flat Rack Container
Internal length 12.13 m / 39.8 ft
Internal width 2.40 m / 7.9 ft
Internal height 2.14 m / 7 ft
Tare weight 5,000 kg / 11,025 lbs
Payload capacity: 40,000 kg / 88,200 lbs
Cubic capacity 62.2 m³ / 2,195.7 cu ft
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS
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HIDDEN DANGEROUS AIR CARGO
Please Note: The below list does not describe all types of hazardous air cargo (it is not exhaustive and all encompassing). General items listed below may be found in baggage and possibly have hazards that are not immediately apparent. There are strict laws in relation to lodging of hazardous air cargo and compliance with hazardous air cargo regulations.
Typical examples of hazardous air cargo
Engines (contain fuel and that are not cleaned, purged and sealed)
Mining equipment
Magnets
Pressurised containers
Passenger baggage (containing flammable gas or liquid lighter refuel. camping stove cylinders
Photographic Supplies
Expeditionary equipment
Vaccines
Solvents, adhesives
Pesticides
Dental apparatus
Machinery parts
Frozen foods (packed in solid dry ice)
Dry Ice
Tool Boxes (compressed gases, aerosols)
Electrical equipment
Diving equipment
Pharmaceuticals
Switches in electrical equipment
Toys (made of cellulose)
Refrigerators (may contain gases or chemicals)
Swimming pool chemicals
Pressurised containers
Engines (contain fuel and that are not cleaned, purged and sealed)
Mining equipment
Diagnostic specimens
Thermometers (containing mercury)
Frozen Embryos
Ammunition
Swimming pool chemicals
Aerosols
Compressed non-flammable gas
Batteries
Breathing Apparatus
Frozen foods (packed in solid dry ice)
Motor Vehicle parts
Chemicals
HAZARD LABELS DANGEROUS GOODS (DG)
Hazard Labels for
Dangerous Goods (DG)
The international community has established a classification system for easy identification of dangerous goods. These goods fall into nine primary classes, and some classes are further divided to address specific risks. Each class/division has a corresponding label that accurately represents the nature of the hazard. These labels must be attached to the package during transport and remain intact throughout the journey. Take a look at the illustrated examples below to understand how these labels effectively communicate the potential dangers.
Under regulations, labels must be clearly visible on the outside of the package and must stay on the package while in transit.
You can often find labels printed on most inner packages such as:
- aerosol cans
- bottles of bleach
- containers of thinners
- tins of paint
- many other products which are available at supermarkets and hardware stores.
Below are the 9 hazard labels for the 9 classes of dangerous goods.
Class 1 Explosives
This includes items such as:
- explosive substances
- pyrotechnic devices
- ammunition
- fireworks
- detonators.
Class 2 Gases
These can be transported as:
- compressed
- liquefied
- refrigerated liquefied
- gas in solution.
This includes aerosols. Class 2 has 3 divisions:
- Division 2.1 - flammable gases such as:
- butane
- propane
- Division 2.2 - non-flammable, non-toxic gases such as:
- oxygen
- liquid nitrogen
- compressed air
- Division 2.3 - toxic gases such as:
- chlorine
- hydrogen sulphide.
Class 3 Flammable liquids
This includes liquids with a boiling point of 35⁰ C or less, or a flash point of 60⁰ C or less such as:
- petrol
- alcohol
- perfumes
- essential oils
- hand sanitiser
- paints.
Class 4 Flammable solids
These are substances that can spontaneously combust and substances, that when they come into contact with water or emit flammable gases. Class 4 has 3 divisions:
- Division 4.1 - flammable solids such as:
- hexamine solid fuel tablets for camping stoves
- self-reactive substances
- desensitised explosives
- Division 4.2 - substances that can spontaneously combust under normal air transport conditions include:
- camphor
- sulphur
- matches
- Division 4.3 - substances that emit flammable gases when they come into contact with water include:
- sodium
- zinc particles
- activated carbon.
Class 5 Oxidising substances and organic peroxides
These substances are not necessarily combustible on their own but can react dangerously with other substances. Class 5 has 2 divisions:
- Division 5.1 - oxidising substances that may not be necessarily combustible, but they may readily yield oxygen and cause other materials to combust, such as:
- hydrogen peroxide
- ammonium nitrate
- potassium chlorate
- sodium nitrate
- Division 5.2 - organic peroxides are thermally unstable and can emit heat and give off harmful or flammable vapours. They can also be liable to explosive decomposition and react dangerously with other substances. Examples are:
- acetyl acetone peroxide
- benzoyl peroxide
- peracetic acid.
Class 6 Toxic and infectious substances
These substances can cause sickness, injury or death if consumed. Class 6 has 2 divisions:
- Division 6.1 - toxic substances that can cause death, injury or to harm human health if swallowed, inhaled or by skin contact, such as:
- chloroform
- arsenics
- cyanides
- cytotoxic waste
- barium compounds
- pesticides
- Division 6.2 - infectious substances that contain or are expected to contain pathogens that can cause disease in humans or animals, including:
- medical or clinical waste
- patient specimens
- genetically modified organisms
- infectious substances
- infected animals.
Class 7 Radioactive materials
These are substances that emit invisible ionising radiation that can be harmful to humans and animals. It can cause objects such as aircraft and equipment to become contaminated if not packaged and handled correctly, such as:
- uranium
- radioactive ores
- isotypes
- radium
- cesium
- x-ray equipment
- medical equipment or parts.
Class 8 Corrosives
These substances can cause irreversible damage if they come into contact with skin and could destroy other freight, or materially damage containers or aircraft. This includes:
- acids
- corrosive cleaners
- battery fluid
- formaldehyde
- hydrofluoric acid.
Class 9 Miscellaneous
These are substances and articles which, during air transport, present a danger not covered by other classes. There are 2 types of handling labels – 1 for lithium battery shipments, and another for all other miscellaneous dangerous goods. This class includes:
- lithium batteries
- battery powered vehicles
- battery powered equipment
- first aid kids
- environmentally hazardous substances
- dry ice
- magnetised materials
- asbestos.
Handling labels
In addition to hazard labels, trained staff must attach handling labels where needed. Staff must use these 4 handling labels with the appropriate hazard labels:
Cargo aircraft only
This label is used to show that the load cannot be carried on a passenger aircraft.
Cyrogenics
This label is used on liquefied gases, such as the ones in Class 2.
This way up
This label ensures a load is placed the correct way up and can be used for non-dangerous goods.
Magnetised material
This label ensures that the load is kept away from the aircraft compass detector unit while being loaded and unloaded.
IATA CODES FOR MAJOR AUSTRALIAN AIRPORTS
| Airport | IATA code | ICAO code |
| Adelaide | ADL | YPAD |
| Alice Springs | ASP | YBAS |
| Brisbane | BNE | YBBN |
| Cairns | CNS | YBCS |
| Canberra | CBR | YSCB |
| Darwin | DRW | YPDN |
| Gold Coast | OOL | YBCG |
| Hobart | HBA | YMHB |
| Launceston | LST | YMLT |
| Melbourne (Avalon) | AVV | YMAV |
| Melbourne (Tullamarine) | MEL | YMML |
| Perth | PER | YPPH |
| Sunshine Coast | MCY | YBSU |
| Sydney | SYD | YSSY |
| Townsville | TSV | YBTL |
INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT FORWARDERS
Asociacion Argentina De Agentes De Carga Internacional -Aaaci -
Association Of Armenian Freight Forwarders
Customs Brokers And Forwarders Council Of Australia Inc
Zentralverband Spedition & Logistik -Zv-
Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association -Baffa-
Belarussian Association Of International Forwarders -Baif-
Confederation Des Expediteurs De Belgique -Ceb-
Foreign Trade Chamber Of Bosnia And Herzegovina International Freight Forwarders Association
Brunei Freight Forwarders Association -Brufa-
The Bulgarian Association For Freight Forwarding, Transport And Logistics -Nsbs-
Cambodian Freight Forwarders Association -Camffa-
Syndicat National Des Auxiliaires De Transports Et De Transit - Synautratra
Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association Inc
Asociacion Logistica De Chile A.G. - Alog Chile
China International Freight Forwarders Association -Cifa-
International Ocean Freight Forwarders & Logistics Association, Taiwan -Iofflat-
Federacion Colombiana De Agentes Logisticos En Comercio Internacional -Fitac-
Asociacion Costarricense De Agencias De Carga Y Logistica Internacional -Acacia-
Croatian Chamber Of Economy International Freight Forwarders Association Of Croatia
Cyprus Clearing And Forwarding Agents Association -Ccfaa-
Association Of Forwarding And Logistics Of The Czech Republic -Ssl
The Danish Freight Forwarders Association -Dsf-
Asociacion Dominicana De Agentes De Carga Aerea Y Maritima - Adacam -
Asociacion Ecuatoriana De Agencias De Carga Y Logistica Internacional -Aseaci-
Egyptian International Freight Forwarding Association -Eiffa-
Asociacion Salvadorena De Agencias De Carga Y Servicios Conexos De Exportacion
Estonian Logistics & Freight Forwarding Association - Elfa
Ethiopian Freight Forwarders And Shipping Agents Association - Effsaa -
Finnish Freight Forwarding And Logistics Association
Union Des Entreprises De Transport Et Logistique De France -Tlf-
National Association Of Freight Forwarders Of Georgia -Afg-
Deutscher Speditions- Und Logistikverband E.V. -Dslv-
Ghana Institute Of Freight Forwarders -Giff-
Association Of International Freight Forwarders & Logistics Enterprises Of Greece -Iffag&L-
Asociacion Hondurena De Agencias De Carga Y Logistica Internacional - Ahaci
Hongkong Association Of Freight Forwarding And Logistics Ltd. -Haffa-
Magyar Szallitmanyozok Szovetsege - Association Of Hungarian Forwarders
Federation Of Freight Forwarders' Associations In India - Fffai
International Transport Companies Association Of Iran -Itca-
Irish International Freight Association -Iifa-
The Israeli Federation Of Forwarders And Customs Clearing Agents -Iffcca-
Federazione Nazionale Delle Imprese Di Spedizioni Internazionali - Fedespedi -
Jordanian Logistics Association - Jla
Association Of National Freight Forwarders Of The Rep. Of Kazakhstan -Kffa-
Korea International Freight Forwarders Association -Kiffa-
Latvian National Association Of Freight Forwarders And Logistics -Laff-
Lfs - Lebanese Forwarders Syndicate
Lithuanian National Association Of Forwarders And Logistics - Lineka
Mifa - Macedonian International Freight Forwarding And Logistics Operators Association
Federation Of Malaysian Freight Forwarders -Fmff-
The Malta Chamber Of Commerce, Enterprise And Industry
Association Professionnelle Des Transitaires Et Assimiles -Apt-
Asociacion Mexicana De Agentes De Carga, A.C. -Amacarga-
Federation Of Mongolian Freight Forwarders - Fmff -
Fenex - Netherlands Association For Forwarding And Logistics
Customs Brokers & Freight Forwarders Fed. Of New Zealand Inc. -Cbaff-
Asociacion Nicaraguense De Agencias De Carga, (Anac)
The Council For The Regulation Of Freight Forwarding In Nigeria
Norwegian Logistics And Freight Association
Pakistan International Freight Forwarders Association -Piffa-
Asociacion Panamena De Agencias De Carga - Apac -
Asociacion De Transitarios Del Paraguay Y Operadores Logisticos -Atolpar-
Federation Of Forwarders Associations In The Philippines (Inc.) -Fedfap-
Polish International Freight Forwarders Association - Piffa -
Associacao Dos Transitarios De Portugal - Apat -
L'union De Societes D'expeditions De La Roumanie -User-
Freight Forwarders Association Of Russian Federation -Far-
Chamber Of Commerce And Industry Of Serbia (Ccis) - Association For Transport And Telecommunications
Singapore Logistics Association -Sla-
Association Of Logistics And Freight Forwarding Of The Slovak Republic -Zlz Sr-
The South African Association Of Freight Forwarders -Saaff-
Federacion Espanola De Transitarios, Expedidores Internacionales Y Asimilados -Feteia-
Sri Lanka Logistics & Freight Forwarders Association - Slffa -
Swedish International Freight Association -Sifa-
Spedlogswiss Verband Schweizerischer Speditions- Und Logistikunternehmen
Syrian International Freight Forwarding Association - Siffa
Thai International Freight Forwarders Association -Tiffa-
International Transporters Association -U.N.D.-
Uganda Freight Forwarders' Association -Uffa-
Ukrzovnishtrans - Association Of Transport Forwarding And Logistics Organizations Of Ukraine
National Association Of Freight And Logistics -Nafl-
British International Freight Association -Bifa-
Transportation Intermediaries Association -Tia-
Audaca - Asociacion Uruguaya De Agentes De Carga
Uzbek International Forwarders Association -Uifa-
Vietnam Logistics Business Association - Vla -
The Shipping And Forwarding Agents Association Of Zimbabwe -Sfaaz-
AIR FREIGHT FREIGHTER SPECIFICATIONS
| Make/Model | Max Payload Tonnes | Max Loadable Volume CBM3 | Cargo Hold Dims LxWxH cm | Cargo Door Size WxH cm |
| Cessna 406 Titan | 1.2 | 6.5 | 320 x 120 x 117 | 124 x 116 |
| Fairchild Metroliner II | 1.4 | 12 | 835 x 115 x 120 | 130 x 115 |
| Fairchild Metroliner III | 2.1 | 12 | 775 x 158 x 145 | 130 x 115 |
| Fairchild Metroliner 23 | 2.3 | 18 | 775 x 158 x 145 | 127 x 115 |
| Falcon 20 / 200 | 2.5 | 11 | 704 x 156 x 142 | 190 x 140 |
| Shorts 360 | 3.5 | 40 | 815 x 190 x 190 | 142 x 168 |
| Saab 340 | 3.8 | 40 | 1300 x 170 x 170 | 135 x 130 |
| Aerospatiale ATR42 | 4.6 | 40 | 1080 x 225 x 143 | 125 x 153 |
| Fokker 27 | 6.3 | 58 | 1336 x 210 x 190 | 228 x 175 |
| Antonov AN-26 | 6.5 | 45 | 1110 x 220 x 160 | 230 x 171 |
| Antonov AN-74 | 6.5 | 45 | 1000 x 215 x 220 | 226 x 220 |
| British Aerospace ATP | 8.2 | 78 | 1500 x 195 x 180 | 250 x 169 |
| Lockheed L-188 Electra | 15 | 135 | 2000 x 280 x 220 | 355 x 203 |
| Boeing 737-300F | 16 | 115 | 2100 x 310 x 220 | 340 x 215 |
| Antonov AN-12 | 18 | 95 | 1380 x 300 x 250 | 300 x 250 |
| Lockheed L-100 Hercules | 21 | 140 | 1707 x 302 x 274 | 302 x 274 |
| Boeing 727-200F | 23.5 | 144 | 2712 x 351 x 218 | 340 x 218 |
| Boeing 757F | 39 | 187 | 3327 x 353 x 218 | 340 x 218 |
| Airbus A300 B4F | 40 | 280 | 3900 x 477 x 223 | 358 x 256 |
| Douglas DC8-62 | 40 | 200 | 3400 x 317 x 203 | 355 x 215 |
| Douglas DC8-54/55 | 41 | 180 | 3100 x 317 x 203 | 355 x 215 |
| Ilyushin IL-76 | 45 | 180 | 1850 x 345 x 325 | 344 x 340 |
| Antonov AN-22 | 50 | 650 | 2640 x 430 x 430 | 430 x 430 |
| Lockheed L10-11 Tristar | 55 | 420 | 3300 x 360 x 274 | 431 x 284 |
| Boeing 767-300F | 55 | 400 | 3000 x 400 x 250 | 340 x 254 |
| Douglas DC10-30 | 65 | 400 | 3725 x 448 x 245 | 350 x 245 |
| McDonnell Douglas MD11 | 85 | 500 | 4800 x 350 x 245 | 355 x 245 |
| Boeing 747-100F | 90 | 675 | 4800 x 488 x 300 | 340 x 300 |
| Boeing 747-200F | 100 | 675 | 4900 x 488 x 300 | 340 x 300 |
| Boeing 777F | 100 | 625 | 4400 x 488 x 300 | 372 x 305 |
| Boeing 747-300/400F | 110 | 675 | 5000 x 488 x 300 | 340 x 300 |
| Antonov AN-124 | 120 | 800 | 3650 x 640 x 440 | 640 x 440 |
| Antonov AN-225 | 250 | 1100 | 4300 x 640 x 440 | 640 x 440 |
UNIT LOAD DEVICES (ULD)
ULDs are considered an aircraft part and are the only aircraft parts that can be removed from the aircraft and be returned after being handled by unregulated operators, ULD's are considered to directly contribute to flight safety.
Types of Unit Load Devices Used in Australia
AKE Container
- Type: AKE CONTAINERATA Code: LD3
- Internal Volume: 152 cu. ft. 4.3 mc
- Weight Limit: 1,588 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
AAU Container
- Type: AAU CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD29
- Internal Volume: 505 cu. ft. 14.3 mc
- Weight Limit: 4,626 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F
ALF Container
- Type: ALF CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD6
- Internal Volume: 310 cu. ft. 8.78 mc
- Weight Limit: 3,175 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F,777, Airbus
AMA Container
- Type: AMA CONTAINER
- ATA Code: M1
- Internal Volume: 621 cu. ft. 17.58 mc
- Weight Limit: 6,804 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F
AMF Container
- Type: AMF CONTAINER
- Internal Volume: 516 cu. ft. 14.6 mc
- Weight Limit: 5,035 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747,747F, 777, Airbus
P1P_PAG Pallet
- Type: P1P, PAG PALLET
- Size:
- Base: 88″x 125″
- Height: 64″, x 96″,118″
- Weight Limit: 4,626kg
(LD),6,033kg (MD) - Loadable Aircraft Type: 747,747F, 777, Airbus
PEB Container
- Type: PEB CONTAINER
- Size:
- Base: 53″ x 88″
- Height: 84″
- Weight Limit: 1,800kg
(B-HIH -1,300 KG) - Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F
PLA Pallet
- Type: PLA PALLET
- Size:
- Base: 60.4″x 125″
- Height: 64″
- Weight Limit: 3,175kg
Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
PMC_PQP_P6P Pallet
- Type: PMC, PQP, P6P PALLET
- Size: Base: 96″ x 125″
- Weight Limit: 5,035 kg (LD), 6,804 kg (MD)
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
RKN Container
- Type: RKN CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD3
- Internal Volume: 125.41 cu. ft. 3.55 mc
- Weight Limit: Weight: 1,588 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
VZA_VRA
- Size: Fitted on PGA 20 ft. Pallet
- Max Width for Lower Car: 81″/ 205 cm
- Max Centre Height for Lower Car: 59″/ 150 cm
- Max Wheel Base: 312 cm
- Weight Limit: 2,500 kg(Upper Car)
9,300 kg c(Max Gross Weight of Pallet) - Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F Upper Deck
INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER SHIPPING PORTS
| Rank | Port | Website | ||||
| 1 | Shanghai, China | www.portshanghai.com.cn | ||||
| 2 | SIngapore | www.singaporepsa.com | ||||
| 3 | Shenzhen, China | www.szport.net | ||||
| 4 | Hong Kong, S.A.R., China | www.mardep.gov.hk | ||||
| 5 | Ningbo-Zhoushan, China | www.zhoushan.cn/english | ||||
| 6 | Busan, South Korea | www.busanpa.com | ||||
| 7 | Qingdao, China | www.qdport.com | ||||
| 8 | Guangzhou Harbor, China | www.gzport.com | ||||
| 9 | Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | www.dpworld.ae | ||||
| 10 | Tianjin, China | www.ptacn.com | ||||
| 11 | Rotterdam, Netherlands | www.portofrotterdam.com | ||||
| 12 | Port Klang, Malaysia | www.pka.gov.my | ||||
| 13 | Kaohsiung, Taiwan, China | www.khb.gov.tw | ||||
| 14 | Dalian, China | www.dlport.cn | ||||
| 15 | Hamburg, Germany | www.hafen-hamburg.de | ||||
| 16 | Antwerp, Belguim | www.portofantwerp.com | ||||
| 17 | Xiamen, China | www.portxiamen.gov.cn | ||||
| 18 | Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia | www.ptp.com.my | ||||
| 19 | Los Angeles, U.S.A. | www.portoflosangeles.org | ||||
| 20* | Keihin Ports, Japan | www.city.yokohama.lg.jp/en | ||||
| 21 | Long Beach, U.S.A. | www.polb.com | ||||
| 22 | Laem Chabang, Thailand | www.laemchabangport.com | ||||
| 23 | Tanjung Priok, Jakarta, Indonesia | www.priokport.co.id | ||||
| 24 | Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam | www.vpa.org.vn | ||||
| 25 | Bremen/Bremerhaven, Germany | www.bremen-ports.de | ||||
| 26 | New York-New Jersey, U.S.A. | www.panynj.gov | ||||
| 27 | Yingkou, China | www.ykport.com.cn | ||||
| 28** | Hanshin Ports, Japan | www.hanshinport.co.jp/en | ||||
| 29 | Lianyungun, China | www.lyg.gov.cn | ||||
| 30 | Columbo, Sri Lanka | www.slpa.lk | ||||
| 31 | Algerciras Bay, Spain | www.apba.es | ||||
| 32 | Jawaharlal Nehru, | www.jnport.gov.in | ||||
| 33 | Suzhou, China | suzhou.jiangsu.net/transportation/waterway/port | ||||
| 34 | Valencia, Spain | www.valenciaport.com | ||||
| 35 | Jeddah, Suadi Arabia | www.ports.gov.sa | ||||
| 36 | Sharjah, United Arab Emirates | www.sharjahports.ae | ||||
| 37 | Felixstowe, U.K. | www.portoffelixstowe.co.uk/ | ||||
| 38 | Santos, Brazil | www.portodesantos.com | ||||
| 39 | Manila, Philippines | www.ppa.com.ph | ||||
| 40 | Piraeus, Greece | www.pct.com.gr www.olp.gr/en | ||||
| 41 | Port Said East, Egypt | www.scctportsaid.com | ||||
| 42 | Balboa, Panama | www.ppc.com.pa/balboa.php | ||||
| 43 | Haiphong, Vietnam | www.vpa.org.vn | ||||
| 44*** | Seattle-Tacoma NW Seaport Alliance, U.S.A. | www.portseattle.org www.porttacoma.org | ||||
| 45 | Ambarli, Turkey | www.atlasliman.com | ||||
| 46 | Georgia Ports, U.S.A. | www.gaports.com | ||||
| 47 | Colon, Panama | www.amp.gob.pa | ||||
| 48 | Tanjung Perak, Surabaya, Indonesia | www.perakport.co.id | ||||
| 49 | Tanger Med, Morocco | www.tmpa.ima | ||||
| 50 | Salalah, Oman | www.salalah.com |
INCOTERMS
INCOTERMS are standard trade terms most commonly used in international freight contracts for sale of goods. It is essential that you are aware of your terms of trade prior to shipment.
EXW – EX WORKS (… named place of delivery)
The Seller’s only responsibility is to make the goods available at the Seller’s premises. The Buyer bears full costs and risks of moving the goods from there to destination.
FCA – FREE CARRIER (… named place of delivery)
The Seller delivers the goods, cleared for export, to the carrier selected by the Buyer. The Seller loads the goods if the carrier pickup is at the Seller’s premises. From that point, the Buyer bears the costs and risks of moving the goods to destination.
CPT – CARRIAGE PAID TO (… named place of destination)
The Seller pays for moving the goods to destination. From the time the goods are transferred to the first carrier, the Buyer bears the risks of loss or damage.
CIP– CARRIAGE AND INSURANCE PAID TO (… named place of destination)
The Seller pays for moving the goods to destination. From the time the goods are transferred to the first carrier, the Buyer bears the risks of loss or damage. The Seller, however, purchases the cargo insurance.
DAT – DELIVERED AT TERMINAL (… named terminal at port or place of destination)
The Seller delivers when the goods, once unloaded from the arriving means of transport, are placed at the Buyer’s disposal at a named terminal at the named port or place of destination. “Terminal” includes any place, whether covered or not, such as a quay, warehouse, container yard or road, rail or air cargo terminal. The Seller bears all risks involved in bringing the goods to and unloading them at the terminal at the named port or place of destination.
DAP – DELIVERED AT PLACE (… named place of destination)
The Seller delivers when the goods are placed at the Buyer’s disposal on the arriving means of transport ready for unloading at the names place of destination. The Seller bears all risks involved in bringing the goods to the named place.
DDP – DELIVERED DUTY PAID (… named place)
The Seller delivers the goods -cleared for import – to the Buyer at destination. The Seller bears all costs and risks of moving the goods to destination, including the payment of Customs duties and taxes.
MARITIME TERMS
FAS – FREE ALONGSIDE SHIP (… named port of shipment)
The Seller delivers the goods to the origin port. From that point, the Buyer bears all costs and risks of loss or damage.
FOB– FREE ON BOARD (… named port of shipment)
The Seller delivers the goods on board the ship and clears the goods for export. From that point, the Buyer bears all costs and risks of loss or damage.
CFR– COST AND FREIGHT (… named port of destination)
The Seller clears the goods for export and pays the costs of moving the goods to destination. The Buyer bears all risks of loss or damage.
CIF – COST INSURANCE AND FREIGHT (… named port of destination)
The Seller clears the goods for export and pays the costs of moving the goods to the port of destination. The Buyer bears all risks of loss or damage. The Seller, however, purchases the cargo insurance.
FREIGHT TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
| A2A | Airport-to-airport |
| A2D | Airport-to-door |
| ADV | Advise, Advised, Advising |
AEA | Association of European Airlines (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
Airline | Company operating aircraft between steady origin and destination airports |
| Airmail | Mail travelling by air |
| Air Operator | Company operating aircraft |
Airport-to-airport | Transport from an airport of origin to an airport of destination |
Allotment | Assigned volume on board of a flight / day |
AOG | Aircraft On Ground; materials expedited for repair of a grounded aircraft |
| AP | Airport |
| ARR | Arrive, Arrived, Arrival |
| ARR | Also, a C2K milestone: ARR = cargo and documents arrived at airport of destination |
| ATA | Air Transport Association (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
| ATA | Actual Time of Arrival |
| ATD | Actual Time of Departure |
| Authorisation | The commission to a certain person or body to act on behalf of another person or body; the person or body can be authorised e.g., to issue air waybills or to collect freight |
| AVI | Live Animal(s) |
| AWB | Air Waybill |
| Backlog | Amount of goods still to be delivered or received and for which the planned or agreed date has expired |
| BAG | Baggage |
| Belly | Lower-deck cargo hold of an aircraft |
| BIG | Outsized cargo |
| Blocked-space agreement | A continuous reservation (allotment) for space at one or more flight / date combinations with an airline |
| Bonded Goods | Goods on which the customs duty has not yet been paid, and which therefore, are under the control of customs; usually in a Bonded warehouse. |
| Bonded warehouse | A depository for goods on which the customs duty has not been paid; the warehouse proprietor must provide a bond (often in the form of a bank warranty or a mortgage) to the customs authorities as a security for any duties which may not be paid by the customer |
| Booking | Request for reservation of space on a flight/day, (to be) confirmed by the airline |
| Break Bulk Agent | A forwarder breaking the bulk: taking care of the unpacking and sorting of goods after the flight |
| Breakdown List | List of shipments carried in one consolidation (see also: Consolidation Manifest) |
| Broker | Person who acts as an agent or intermediary in negotiating contracts; sometimes refers to a forwarder role |
| Bulk Cargo | Loose cargo not loaded on an ULD |
| C2K | Cargo 2000 (see the “Cargo 2000” page of this website) |
| Cargo Aircraft | Aircraft built with the purpose of carrying nothing else than cargo |
| Cargo assembly | The separate reception of parcels or packages and the holding of them for later dispatch as one consignment; consolidator role |
| Cargo Disassembly | The separation of one or more of the parcels or packages that are part of a consignment for further distribution; break bulk role |
| Carriage | Transport; the process of conveying cargo from one point to another |
| Carrier | The party responsible for transport of goods from one point to another, this can be for example an airline or a forwarder (as a NVOCC) |
| CASS | Cargo Accounts Settlement System |
| CAO | Cargo Aircraft Only |
| CC | Charges Collect; pay at moment of collection of the goods |
| CCS | Cargo Community System; information system integrating the communication between air cargo parties at an airport |
| Certificate of Origin | A certificate proving the country of original production of goods; used for customs declaration purposes |
| Charges collect | Charges as stated on the air waybill to be collected from the consignee |
| Charges prepaid | Charges as stated on the air waybill to be collected from the shipper |
| Claim | A written complaint about the execution of a contract of transportation by a carrier, combined with a demand for financial compensation |
| Classifying | Assigning the right import classification number to goods as part of the customs declaration process |
| CLR | Clear |
| CNEE | Consignee |
| COLL | Collect, Collected, Collecting |
| COMAT | Company Material (non-revenue cargo) |
| Combi | Combi Aircraft, combining transport of passengers and cargo on the main-deck |
| Commodity | Indication of the type of goods; commodities are coded according to the harmonised system. |
| Commodity code | Code used in the Harmonised System for the classification of goods, which are most commonly produced and traded |
| Complaint | An official statement from a customer to a carrier about his unhappiness with the service or operation of the service provider |
| Consignee | The person or company that is physically and administratively responsible for accepting the goods at final delivery |
| Consolidation | A collection of shipments belonging to different shippers travelling to one destination or area to be distributed to several consignees |
| Consolidation Manifest | List of shipments carried in one consolidation |
| Consolidation Rates | Rates as given by a consolidator / forwarder |
| Consolidator | A forwarder consolidating shipments before a flight; these shipments belonging to different shippers and travelling to one destination or area in order to be distributed to several consignees after the flight |
| Courier | Company that carries envelopes and parcels up to 75 kg from door to door; air transport is generally outsourced to airlines |
| Courier Rates | Rates as given by a courier |
| CPTY | Capacity |
| CRN | Customs Release Note |
| Customs Agent/Broker (Certified) | Party certified to handle the customs clearance on account of importers / exporters |
| Customs invoice | (Pro forma) Invoice for import declaration (customs and statistics) purposes, stating the commercial price, added with the costs for freight, insurance and packing etc., terms of delivery and payment |
| Customs value | Value of goods to be imported for import declaration (customs and statistics) purposes |
| D2A | Door-to-airport |
| D2D | Door-to-door |
| Dangerous Goods | Goods that can be hazardous for health, flight-safety or materials |
| DAP | A C2K key performance indicator: DAP = Delivered as Promised (NFD in full- and on-time statuses are achieved) |
| DEP | A C2K milestone: DEP = cargo and documents departed at airport of origin |
| DEPT | Department |
| DG | Dangerous Goods |
| DGR | Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA) |
| Dimensional Weight (Conversion) | Concept adopted by the transportation industry worldwide as a uniform means of establishing a minimum charge for the cubic space a package occupies; the volume is converted into a (higher) weight / price class |
| DIMS | Dimensions |
| DIP | Diplomatic mail |
| DLV | Deliver, Delivered, Delivering |
| DLV | Also, a C2K milestone: DLV = cargo and documents delivered to customer (forwarder) |
| DOCS | Document(s), Documentation |
| Domestic transport | Transport within a country |
| Door-to-door | Transport from an initial shipper’s house address to a final consignee’s house address |
| Duty | Tax imposed on goods imported from another country |
| EDI | Electronic Data Interchange |
| EDIFACT | Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce and Transport; a specific EDI protocol |
| e-Freight | Electronic freight documents project from IATA; e-Freight aims to take the paper out of the air cargo supply chain and -processes and replace it with cheaper, more accurate and more reliable electronic messaging; facilitated by IATA, the project is an industry-wide initiative involving carriers, freight forwarders, ground handlers, shippers and customs authorities |
| Electronic Data Interchange | The interchange of electronic data, structured following an agreed protocol, between the automated information system of different parties |
| Embargo | An embargo on a certain kind of goods means these goods will not be transported by the airline, often for flight-safety reasons |
| Equipment | Materials needed to handle or transport goods |
| ESC | European Shippers’ Council (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
| ETA | Estimated Time of Arrival |
| ETD | Estimated Time of Departure |
| Expediting | Forwarding goods (in less than the normal lead time) |
| Expeditor | Forwarder |
| FAK | Freight All Kinds |
| FAK-Rates | Rates for Freight All Kinds |
| FAP | A C2K key performance indicator: FAP = Flown as Planned (the complete shipment has flown at or before the last planned flight with a maximum 12-hour delay) |
| FCL | Full Container Load |
| FDCA | Found Cargo |
| FFM | Freight Forwarding Message (electronic) |
| FIATA | International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
FLT | Flight |
| Forwarder | Company specialized in providing door-to-airport transport, arranging connecting air transport and/or airport-to-door transport for parcels and consolidations > 75 kg or up to anything that fits in an aircraft; the air transport is generally outsourced to airlines and sometimes aircraft operators or air charter companies |
| Forwarder network | A network existing of different smaller to medium sized forwarding companies all over the world working together |
| Freighter | Aircraft built with the purpose of carrying nothing else than cargo |
FSU | Freight Status Update |
| Fuel Surcharge | Surcharge added to the cargo rate to cover the additional costs of increasing fuel-prices; these will generally follow a certain index |
| Full charter | Chartering the full available volume of an aircraft or flight/day |
| Full Container Load | Container fully loaded, generally with goods belonging to one party |
| Full freighter | Aircraft built with the purpose of carrying nothing else than cargo |
FWB | Electronic air waybill message |
| FWB | Also a C2K milestone: FWB = the shipment is booked at the airline, next an electronic air waybill is generated by agent (forwarder) ; this creates the so-called route map in C2K in which all the steps are followed |
FYI | or Your Information |
| General Cargo Rates | Rates for all different kinds of cargo, not falling into a specific handling and/or rate category |
GSA | General Sales Agent |
| GSF | Global Shippers Forum (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
| Handling Agent | Agent handling the ramp and/or warehouse cargo operation for an airline |
| Harmonised System | A numeric multi-purpose system for the classification of goods with its six digits covering about 5000 descriptions of the products or groups of products most commonly produced and traded, designed for customs purposes, but can also be used for statistics, transport purposes, export, import and manufacturing; the international convention on the HS was established under auspices of the World Customs Organisation in 1983 |
Haulage | Inland transport of cargo |
| Haulier | Road carrier |
| HEA | Heavy Cargo |
| HAWB | House Air Waybill |
| House Air Waybill | The shipment contract between the end-customer and the forwarder (see the page “Forwarding Out” of this website for further purposes and explanation) |
| Hub | Central point in a transport system or network |
HUM | Human remains |
| HWB | House Waybill |
| IATA | International Air Transport Association (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
IATA-Agent | An IATA certified agent |
| ICAL | Inbound Cargo Action List |
| ICAO | International Civil Aviation Organisation (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
| ICE | Dry Ice Shipment |
| IN | Inches |
| Inco terms | Internationally agreed set of standard delivery terms |
| Integrator | Carrier integrating different modes of transport to form a door-to-door transport or supply chain; this term mostly refers to the large international express companies whose core business is to carry envelopes and parcels up to 75 kg, often overnight or even same day |
| Intermodal Transport | The movement of cargo in a supply chain by more than one mode of transport; for example, road/air or sea/air transport |
INV | Invoice |
| ISA | If Space Available |
| KG | Kilos |
| L/C | Letter of Credit |
| LCL | Less than Container Load |
| Less than Container Load | Container partly filled with goods from one party, or an amount of goods that is not sufficient to fill one container and will therefore likely be consolidated |
| LHO | Living Human Organs / Blood |
| License, import/export | Governmental permit to import / export certain goods under certain conditions |
| Line item | Order line, each line on a packing list or invoice to be declared for customs |
| Load factor | The extent to which the aircraft (weight-, volume-, ULD-) capacity is efficiently utilized (to generate profit) |
LOC | Location |
| Loose cargo/shipments | Cargo / shipments not loaded on an ULD |
| Lower Deck | The (cargo) deck below the main deck or upper deck of an aircraft |
| LT | Local Time |
| Main deck | Upper deck; the (cargo) deck above the lower deck of an aircraft |
| Manifest, flight | Document listing the air waybills and a specification of the related goods carried on a flight |
| Master Air Waybill | The shipment contract between the forwarder and the airline (see the page “Forwarding Out” of this website for further purposes and explanation) |
| MAWB | Master Air Waybill |
| MFST | Manifest |
| Minimum Rate | Rate to cover the basic costs of carrying a shipment |
| MSG | Message(s) |
| Network Forwarder | A large forwarding company with worldwide branches |
| NFD | A C2K milestone: NFD = cargo and documents ready for pick-up at airline (handler), the customer (forwarder) is notified |
NND | Notice of Non-Delivery |
| NON-IATA | Airline or agent that is not a member of IATA |
| Nose loading | Loading cargo through the cargo door in the nose of an aircraft |
| Notify address | Address of a party other than the consignee to be notified of arrival of the goods |
| Notify party | Party other than the consignee to be notified of arrival of the goods |
| NOTOC | Notification To Captain; list for the captain of the aircraft with goods carried on board |
| N-Rates | Rates for shipments with weights up to 45 kg |
| NVOCC | Non-Vessel Operating/Owning Cargo Carrier; in case of Air Cargo a Carrier (e.g., a Forwarder or Consolidator) who issues Air Waybills for the carriage of cargo on aircraft which he does not operate or own |
OAG | Official Airlines Guide |
| OB | On Board |
| Oversized Cargo | Cargo that exceeds the dimensions of an ULD |
Package | Packed piece of cargo |
| Packing list | A list for customs declaration and consignment purposes stating number and kinds of packages being shipped, totals of gross, legal, and net weights of the packages, marks and numbers on the packages, contents and part-/serial numbers |
| Pallet | A (standardized) platform on which goods can be stacked for transport or warehouse handling purposes |
| Pallet, aircraft | A (standardized) platform on which goods can be stacked for air transport purposes |
| Pallet net | A net used to secure the cargo on the aircraft pallet |
| Parcel | Package |
| Part charter | Chartering of a part of the available volume on an aircraft or flight/day |
| Part shipment | Part of a shipment that travels on a different flight and/or day than the rest of the shipment due to available capacity with the airline |
PAX | Passenger(s) |
| Payload | The (cargo) load that can be carried by an aircraft (to generate revenue) |
| PC | Piece(s) |
| PER | Perishable Cargo |
| PFI | Pro Forma Invoice |
| POA | Proof Of Acceptance; legal proof a shipment has been accepted by a party |
| POD | Proof Of Delivery; legal proof a shipment has been delivered by a party |
| POD | Place Of Delivery |
| PP | Charges Prepaid |
| PPD | Prepaid |
| Pre-alert | Message stating the current and or expected status of the goods |
| Principal | The customer ordering the transport or related services |
PSH | Part Shipment |
| QNTY | Quantity |
| Q-Rates | Rates with a quantity discount |
| RCF | A C2K milestone: RCF = cargo has arrived in the cargo bay at final destination; cargo and airwaybill are administratively received in the system |
RCPT | Receipt, Reception |
| RCS | A C2K milestone: RCS = cargo and documents are received ‘Ready for Carriage’ and accepted by airline (handler) |
| Ready For Carriage | (By Air) The goods are correctly packed and labelled, and customs cleared, with the right documents attached |
| Ready For Transport | (By Road) The goods are correctly packed and labelled, with the right documents attached |
| RFC | Ready For Carriage |
| RFT | Ready For Transport |
| Routing | The path that is (to be) followed by the goods from shipper to consignee |
RUSHR | Rush Reply |
| SASPO | As Soon As Possible |
| SAWB | Substitute Air Waybill |
| Security Surcharge | Surcharge added to the cargo rate to cover the additional costs of the increasing number of security checks and related administration that are legally required by the authorities |
| Shipper | The person or company that is physically and administratively responsible for shipping the goods; for an airline in most cases a forwarder will be the shipper, for a forwarder the shipper is a third party, for example a trading company, a manufacturer, etc. |
| Shipper’s Letter of Instruction | Document issued by the shipper to instruct and authorize the forwarder to forward and declare goods on his behalf; contains all shipment details needed to facilitate these services |
SHPMNT | Shipment |
| Side loading | Loading cargo through a cargo door in the side of an aircraft |
| Skid | Pallet |
| S/L | Short Loaded |
| SLI | Shipper’s Letter of Instruction |
| SSPD | Short Shipped; stayed behind |
| TACT | The Air Cargo Tariff; publication of official airline tariffs |
| TBA | Time Before Arrival |
| TBD | Time Before Departure |
| TEMP | Temperature |
| TIACA | The International Air Cargo Association (see the page “Interest Organisations” of this website also) |
| TILNA | Tilting Not Allowed |
| TILTA | Tilting Allowed |
| Time Slot | The agreed time to collect or deliver goods |
| Tonne Kilometre | One tonne (1000 kg or 2204.6 lb) metric flown one kilometre; productivity indicator |
| TRA | Transit |
| Tracing | Retrieving (information on) the status of goods and documents |
| Tracking | Regular checking on the status of goods and documents |
| Track & Trace | Automated regular retrieval of (information on) the status of goods and documents and checking these against the agreed norms |
| Transfer cargo | Transfer of cargo from one flight to another |
| Transition / Transit cargo | Transfer of cargo from one flight to another |
| TRM | Transfer Manifest |
| TTL | Total |
| ULD | Unit Load Device |
| ULD, contoured | Unit Load Device shaped to exactly fit in an aircraft |
| UNACC | Unaccompanied |
| Unit Load Device | Standardized air cargo loading equipment (pallet, container) |
| Upper deck | Main deck; the (cargo) deck above the lower deck of an aircraft |
| VAL | Valuable cargo |
| VAT | Value Added Tax |
| VOL | Volume |
| Volume charge | Air transport charge based on the volume of goods instead of the actual weight (see “Dimensional Weight” and “Weight charge” also) |
| VUN | Vulnerable cargo |
| Weight charge | Air transport charge based on the actual weight of the goods (see “Dimensional Weight” and “Volume charge” also) |
| Weight & Balance | Management of the weight and allocation of cargo, passengers and fuel for a flight |
W/H | Warehouse |
| XPS | Priority Small Package |
| XS | In Excess |
| Yield management | The process of maximising the contribution (revenue) of the (transport & handling) network, equipment, infrastructure and resources |
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