Air freight is the fastest way to transport goods and, at the same time, the most heavily regulated. Every shipment is subject to security requirements, limited capacity, and documentation that must be accurate down to the letter. For dangerous goods, the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations apply: classification, UN-approved packaging, the correct labels, and a proper Shipper’s Declaration. Just one detail that’s incorrect on the Air Waybill, and your shipment will be held up. As an IATA agent, we have direct access to flight schedules, rates, and space with our member airlines. In addition, Neele-Vat holds the status of Authorized Agent, granted following an inspection of our facilities and procedures. If you’re registered as a known shipper, your shipment will move through airport handling more quickly.
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What an IATA agent means for you in practice
IATA is the global trade association representing more than 250 airlines and sets uniform standards for safety, documentation, and handling. If you work with an IATA agent, your booking is processed directly in accordance with those standards, without any additional intermediaries and without delays caused by back-and-forth communication with a third party.
As an IATA agent, we book your shipment directly with member airlines, without any intermediaries
As a Certified Agent, we declare the cargo as secure ourselves, so your shipment can move through security screening more quickly
Dangerous goods in accordance with IATA DGR, including classification, packaging, labeling, and the Shipper’s Declaration, are fully handled
Customized solutions for every flight route.
Your international trade accelerated by airfreight management
Our team is based at Schiphol, with offices in Brussels and San Francisco and global reach through the WCA network. From airport-to-airport to door-to-door, including customs clearance: we take care of all operational details for you.
Transport your cargo to the following destinations: China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and South Korea
With our in-depth experience and global network, we ensure timely and perfect delivery of your goods.
Worldwide speed with direct air connections
Via airfreight your shipment reaches international destinations worldwide in a very short time. Thanks to direct connections and close cooperation with airlines, Neele-Vat guarantees fast transit times and reliable arrival times. For urgent shipments, high-value goods or critical parts, we realize a tightly coordinated route with minimal lead time.
Flexible capacity and specialist handling
Air freight is ideal for time-sensitive and high-value goods. With express services, charters and temperature-controlled solutions, we respond to diverse logistical requirements. We accompany your shipment from departure to delivery, including planning, security, documentation and customs formalities.
We have the status of Approved Airfreight Agent
Neele-Vat has the status of Approved Agent. This guarantees the chain of 'safe cargo'. For shipments from registered 'known consignors' this means accelerated access to airports and aircraft. The result is a safer and more efficient flow of your valuable air cargo.
How long does air freight take and what determines transit time?
Air freight transit times are typically between 24 and 72 hours, but can be shorter or longer depending on things like flight schedules, distance between origin and destination, customs clearance, airport capacity and any transfers. Quick handling at pickup and delivery locations and good planning can shorten the overall lead time. Want to know more? Read the article here.
What goods are suitable for air freight?
Goods suitable for air freight are mainly products that need to reach their destination quickly, safely and reliably, such as time-critical parts, valuable or perishable goods, medical and pharmaceutical products, high-tech equipment and small shipments with high value per kilo. Air freight is ideal when speed is more important than transportation costs. Want to know more? Read the article here.
How are dangerous goods transported by air freight?
Dangerous goods by air freight are transported according to strict IATA regulations. They are correctly classified, packed in UN-approved packaging, properly labeled and accompanied by a Shipper's Declaration. Only after inspection by certified personnel are they safely loaded and transported. Want to know more? Read the article here.
How does Neele-Vat support customers with urgent air freight shipments?
Neele-Vat supports customers with urgent air cargo shipments by arranging capacity immediately, providing quick quotes, and getting shipments picked up and processed quickly. They use established air cargo partners, track shipments in real time and ensure that documentation, customs and handling are handled efficiently so that time-critical goods reach their destination as quickly as possible. Want to know more? Read the article here.
What are the cost drivers for air freight?
The cost of air cargo is mainly determined by weight/volume (chargeable weight), distance and service chosen (standard vs. express). Other factors include fuel surcharges, airport fees, fuel prices, handling charges at origin and destination, and any additional services such as customs clearance or special handling for hazardous or temperature-sensitive shipments. Want to know more? Read the article here.
How does Neele-Vat guarantee safe air cargo solutions?
Neele-Vat guarantees safe air cargo solutions by working according to international safety and aviation regulations (such as IATA). Shipments are checked, correctly classified and packed, documents and security procedures are in order, and all handling and transportation is done through certified partners with real-time tracking so your shipment is transported safely and compliantly. Want to know more? Read the article here.
What role does air freight play in e-commerce logistics?
Air cargo plays a role in e-commerce logistics when speed and reliability are crucial. It enables fast deliveries over long distances, helps with seasonal peaks or inventory shortages, and offers customers short delivery times, which increases customer satisfaction, especially for valuable, perishable or time-critical products. Want to know more? Read the article here.
How does customs clearance work for air cargo?
With air cargo, customs clearance begins even before departure: your shipment receives an electronic declaration that is checked by customs. For both exports and imports, documents are submitted (such as commercial invoices and customs declaration), goods are checked and only then released for loading or delivery. Proper and timely customs clearance speeds up the process and prevents delays and additional costs. Want to know more? Read the article here.
When do you choose combined air and ocean freight solutions?
You choose combined air and ocean freight solutions when you want to take advantage of the benefits of both modes: lower costs than air freight alone and faster transport than ocean freight alone. This is ideal for shipments that are not extremely urgent but need to arrive faster than via ocean freight only, or when flexibility and cost efficiency are important in the supply chain. Want to know more? Read the article here.
How does Neele-Vat help pharmaceutical companies with air freight?
Neele-Vat supports pharmaceutical companies with air cargo by providing fast, safe and compliant logistics that meet strict pharmaceutical standards. They offer GDP-certified solutions with temperature-controlled handling and real-time monitoring, arrange export and import documentation through their own customs department, work with established air cargo partners for fast delivery times (often within 24-72 hours) and provide 24/7 service and transparency so that sensitive medicines, vaccines and APIs are reliably transported worldwide. Want to know more? Read the article here.
What makes air freight crucial for high-value goods?
Air cargo is crucial for high-value goods because it is extremely fast, safe and reliable. With short lead times, tight security, reduced handling and real-time tracking, valuable products such as high-tech equipment, medical devices and luxury goods are delivered to the recipient faster and with a lower risk of damage, loss or theft than other transportation methods. Want to know more? Read the article here.
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