What is an Air Waybill (AWB)?
An air waybill is your cargo’s boarding pass to fly to its ultimate destination. Your cargo will be unable to board the plane if it doesn’t have an AWB. The AWB provides key information about your cargo’s journey, including:
- AWB number (an 11-digit unique identification code)
- Consignor (shipper) and consignee details (sender and receiver)
- Origin and destination airports
- Details of the airline carrier
- Number of packages and weight
- Description of the goods (like HS code, weight, dimensions, condition)
- Declared value for customs
- Special handling instructions (e.g., perishable goods, fragile items)
- Payment information and insurance details
What is an Electronic Air Waybill (e-AWB)?
An e-AWB is the digital version of the traditional paper air waybill. The e-AWB is transmitted to all involved parties electronically via EDI. Advantages of e-AWB include:
- Faster processing: e-AWBs can be created and submitted electronically, significantly reducing processing times.
- Improved accuracy: e-AWBs eliminate the risk of errors associated with manual data entry and misplacement.
- Enhanced tracking: e-AWBs provide real-time tracking information, improving visibility throughout the supply chain.
How to Book Airfreight
If you’re considering shipping via air, partnering with us will enable you to transport your cargo from end to end stress-free with our airfreight services. We’re a licensed and TSA-approved indirect air carrier. This allows us to work directly with domestic and international airlines to secure space for your cargo at discounted rates. We’re here to keep your cargo moving so you can focus on growing your business.