Sea Freight Or Air Freight

How much cash can you save?

The difference in cost between these two delivery solutions depends on the cargo you are shipping; however, charges for clearing customs do not differ. Sea freight capacity is typically limited by volume, whereas airplane cargo is determined by weight, but either way, it will always cost you less for lighter cargo. However, it is essential to point out that you can ship even the heaviest and bulkiest goods with fewer limitations than plane transit.

What about the environment?

While both have their advantages and disadvantages, there is a vast difference in terms of environmental impact between the two. Around 1,000 kilograms of air freight will emit an average of 500 grams of carbon dioxide for every kilometre, compared to a massively reduced 15 grams for every kilometre on a modern container vessel.

Speed of shipping

When it comes to speed, there is a big difference between the two and is an essential factor to bear in mind when making your decision. While the speed of both depends on the distance and final destination, sea freight delivery can take anything from a week to up to 70 days. Air freight tends to be quicker and generally takes up to a maximum of 10 days, bearing in mind hold times and handling at airports, at both origin and destination points.

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