Air transport offers numerous advantages for international trade, depending on your requirements. It can:

deliver items quickly over long distances

give you high levels of security for sensitive items

be used for a range of goods

However, you should consider the following issues:

air transport can involve higher costs than other options, and is not suitable for all goods

flights are subject to delay or cancellation 

you will need to pay taxes at each airport you use

fuel and currency surcharges will usually be added to freight costs

further transportation may be needed from the destination airport to the final destination

Make sure that the routes and timetables available for air transport suit your requirements.

Insurance

General cargo insurance is available in three levels - clauses A, B or C. Air transport can also use the Institute Cargo Clauses (Air). The level of insurance is reflected in the premiums that must be paid.

 

( liyy )01 Dec,2010

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