Logistics and Supply ChainAir Cargo Operations and Handling
Air freight is bought when time matters more than cost, and the time saved in the air is routinely lost on the ground to documentation, screening and capacity that was never confirmed. This course covers the whole movement. Delegates work through the air cargo chain and the parties in it, capacity, rates and the difference between actual and volumetric weight that determines what you pay, and booking and space confirmation. Documentation including the air waybill is covered. Build up, unit load devices and acceptance standards follow. Security screening and known consignor arrangements are addressed. Special cargo including dangerous goods, perishables and pharmaceuticals is covered. The course closes on delay, damage and claims under the applicable liability regime.
Course objectives
- Describe the air cargo chain and the role of each party
- Calculate chargeable weight and understand rate structures
- Book and confirm space reliably
- Complete air waybill documentation correctly
- Apply build up, unit load device and acceptance standards
- Meet security screening and known consignor requirements
- Handle special cargo and pursue claims for delay or damage
Who should attend
- Freight forwarding and airline cargo staff
- Import and export logistics personnel
- Warehouse and handling agents
- Supply chain staff using air freight
- Pharmaceutical and perishable shippers
Course outline
- 01Time saved in the air, lost on the ground
- 02The air cargo chain and its parties
- 03Capacity, rates and chargeable weight
- 04Booking and space confirmation
- 05Air waybill documentation
- 06Build up, unit load devices and acceptance
- 07Security screening and known consignor status
- 08Special cargo, delay, damage and claims
Scheduled sessions
| Dates | Venue | Format | Price | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 October 2026 | Windhoek, Namibia | Classroom | R14,950 per delegate | Register Now |
| 11 to 13 January 2027 | Pretoria, South Africa | Classroom | R14,950 per delegate | Register Now |
| 10 to 12 March 2027 | Online | Online | R6,500 per delegate | Register Now |