Expedited Shipping
Thinking of Airfreight? Come Fly with Mach 1.
When congestion gets complicated, Mach 1 has a solution to keep your cargo moving. The delays we’re seeing on the ocean market might seem insurmountable to other forwarders, but our experience and expertise mean we still have creative solutions for people who don’t have time to waste on disruption. Airfreight capacity has been in the…
Read MoreSupply chain is drowning? Take to the skies!
Where’s the capacity gone? An estimated 10% of global container ship capacity is currently parked outside ports around the world. The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association reported the average number of days incoming containers waited to leave the ports of Los Angeles or Long Beach by truck was 5.2, up from 4.76 in June and besting…
Read MoreHong Kong Charters & Air Freight Alignment
Don’t (only) blame air freight woes on the Suez Canal The precipitous drop in the number of passenger flights operated during the pandemic has yet to return to levels that will meet both the ongoing demand for air freight and the increased demand because of port congestion, rail delays, trucking woes, and sky-high ocean freight…
Read MoreWill vaccines bump my expedited air cargo?
On Tuesday, Britain became the first country to begin vaccinating citizens against COVID-19. In true English fashion with a perverse sense of humor, after a 90-year old grandmother, the second recipient was 81-year old William Shakespeare. No, we’re not making this up. Shippers in the United States, already reeling from port congestion that has vessels…
Read MoreOperational Intensity Drives Mach 1 Line Haul
Flexibility defines the Mach 1 Global service model for our line haul and domestic expedited ground cargo. From the way we schedule our drivers to our efficient lane pairings, Mach 1 is the industry leader, moving cargo to locations other carriers can’t service. We’re dedicated to finding an option to suit the specific needs of…
Read MoreFive surprises to avoid when you need to charter an aircraft
Whether a scheduled move or emergency shipment, chartering an aircraft of any size represents serious time and financial commitments. Mach 1’s charter roots run deep – it was a founding part of our business supporting a major American auto manufacturer when they needed to get parts to assembly lines in a hurry. Because we’ve been…
Read MoreShipping From China Amid the Coronavirus Outbreak
Manufacturers in China are back online and Chinese exports are ready to ship. Two months of an almost complete halt in Chinese manufacturing created shockwaves in the global supply chain. Now that the West is being hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak, it is creating shortages in critical medical supplies and massive demand for everyday…
Read MoreWhen Your Shipment Requires an On Board Courier
Various logistics options exist for different priority substances or materials. Some materials are best transported in hand through the On Board Courier (OBC) option. This option involves the expedited transport of the material by the courier onto the plane, then delivery by hand to the client’s location. Such materials are usually needed to ship materials…
Read MoreWhen You Need Next Flight Out (NFO) Shipping
In the 21st century, where business is done at the speed of light, Next Flight Out (NFO) shipping is there as an effective means of transporting products across time zones fast. Although such services are often pricey, the benefits always outweigh the costs incurred. What is Next Flight Out (NFO) Shipping? As the name…
Read MoreWell, It Happened: This is How Amazon Changed The Shipping Industry
The world of E-Commerce has transformed the shipping industry and way that people shop, especially with the fact that an item can arrive at a doorstep within a few days of purchase. With e-commerce growing exponentially and becoming such a big part in the lives of many, a company called Amazon is now one of…
Read MoreThe Importance of Time-Sensitive Expedited Shipping
Using time-sensitive expedited shipping for high-value shipment gives a level of guarantee and control against theft and damaged goods during transit. This service ensures the shipment is delivered safe and on time. Here are six important reasons to consider using time-sensitive expedited shipping. Purchasing Additional Liability There is first the need to disclose the…
Read MoreMach 1 Global Definition Spotlight: What is Air Freight?
What is Air Freight? Simply put, air freight is one of the best methods for efficient and time-sensitive modes of transport of cargo from one place to another. To break the definition down, air freight is the transportation of goods with the use of aircraft or any other means through the air. There are lots…
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