Cargo methods

Cargo is the transport of goods and commodities from one place to another or from one country to another, and it is through one of three ways. Either cargo is carried out by sea by ships and carriers equipped with containers carrying goods, or by air by planes, or by land by trucks designated for this purpose. The importance of cargo of all kinds is increasing in light of the development in transportation and communication technology, which has shortened a lot of time and distances for cargo agencies and customers.

In the following article, we will learn about the methods of cargo goods and the advantages and disadvantages of each one, to know what type of cargo is appropriate for your goods and your budget.

Commercial Cargo Methods

Sea ​​cargo

It is the oldest type of cargo. Since the dawn of history, many civilizations have had their own merchant fleets. Today, cargo is an important pillar of economic development for many countries bordering the sea. Technological progress has contributed to the development of cargo ships and increasing their size and capacity and speed.

Advantages of sea freight

Sea cargo is one of the safest cargo methods, and it is cheap compared to air freight, and it is recommended when the shipment consists of bulky and heavy materials, such as metals, building materials, and dry foodstuffs such as grains, and it is superior to the other two types of cargo in its ability to reach remote areas. It has a large carrying capacity.

Disadvantages of sea freight

Despite its low cost, the costs of insurance on goods shipped via sea are high compared to insurance on goods shipped via air, and the reason for this is that sea cargo takes much longer than air freight, and this leads us to the second disadvantage of sea freight, it is slow and some shipments may take up to a week to reach their destination.

Air cargo

The demand for air cargo has increased in recent years, and it is often used to deliver food and medical aid to the affected areas. As for the cargo of commercial goods, it is best suited for transporting lightweight and expensive goods such as jewelry, and quickly perishable, such as seafood, meat, and some types of fruits, in addition to Transport of live animals.

Advantages of air freight

It is the fastest and safest cargo method from theft and robbery.

Disadvantages of air freight

Despite the speed of air freight, it is not possible to ship large quantities of goods through it, nor goods with heavyweights, in addition to that it is the most expensive type of freight.

Land cargo

This type of cargo is close to internal cargo, but customs procedures and the examination conducted by the customs committee on goods are added to it, and it is recommended to use land cargo when cargo goods to nearby countries.

Advantages of land freight

Air cargo is characterized as the cheapest type of cargo when compared to the previous two types, and large quantities of goods can be transported through it, which makes it superior to the previous two types, especially when cargo goods to a neighboring country.

How do you choose the right type of cargo forwarding?

After we got acquainted with the types and methods of cargo goods, we arrive at the following question: How do I choose the appropriate type of cargo for my goods?

When you want to import goods from one of the countries, we advise you to study the cost of cargo in relation to the type of cargo and calculate the time required for the arrival of the shipment. Nearby country, you can use land cargo and save costs.

To obtain the best cargo and customs clearance services at the most appropriate prices, you can contact Şark Cargo Company through any of our accounts on social media, and we will be happy to serve you and answer your inquiries.