Realogistics PVG-DXB DDP Air Freight: Extra-Long Curved Glass
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I. Project Overview
• Cargo Attributes: Customized extra-long curved glass (precision fragile items).
• Origins: Two separate batches sourced from Zhejiang and Foshan, China.
• Specifications: Dimensions: 4.44m × 0.75m × 0.75m; Weight per batch: 344 KGS.
• Route: Shanghai, China (PVG) to Dubai, UAE (DXB).
• Incoterms: DDP (Delivered Duty Paid).
• Core Challenges:
1. Extra-Long & Fragile: The 4.44m irregular structure is highly prone to deformation and breakage, demanding exceptional standards for packaging and aircraft loading.
2. Extreme Time Constraints: Cargo ready on Nov 6th with a mandatory delivery deadline of Nov 11th—a total transit window of only 5 days.
3. Cost Sensitivity: The client required the most cost-effective solution without compromising the strict timeline.
II. Core Difficulties & Client Pain Points
1. Capacity Risks: During peak season, tight air freight space increases the risk of "offloading" (cargo being bumped) due to aircraft size restrictions or overbooking.
2. Multi-Point Collection: Synchronized pickup from two different factories was required to ensure unified arrival at the port; a delay from either side would result in a missed flight.
3. Seamless Clearance: Under DDP terms, import clearance and tax payments in Dubai had to be immediate, with zero tolerance for inspection delays.
III. Customized Solution (SOP)
1. Preparation: Capacity Locking & Cost Optimization
• "Must Go" Capacity Lock: Realogistics confirmed aircraft compatibility and signed a guarantee agreement 10 days in advance (Oct 30), securing space on the critical Nov 9th flight to ensure 100% uplift.
• Cost Transparency: Leveraging premium agency resources, we provided an "all-in" price (covering air freight, customs, duties, and delivery), eliminating hidden fees and accurately meeting the client's budget.
2. Packaging & Collection (Nov 6)
• Specialized Packaging: We designed a triple-protection system (Custom Wooden Pallet + Anti-shock Foam + Waterproof Wrap) with bottom shock strips to ensure zero deformation during handling.
• Synchronized Port Arrival: Dedicated trucks collected cargo from Zhejiang and Foshan, ensuring both batches arrived safely at the Shanghai PVG warehouse on Nov 6th.
3. Express Customs & Departure (Nov 7-9)
• Pre-Check: Documentation was audited in advance, with on-site staff coordinating with customs to ensure release by Nov 8th.
• Loading Supervision: On Nov 9th, specialists supervised the pallet building and aircraft loading to ensure secure fixation and even weight distribution for an on-time departure.
4. Destination Clearance & Delivery (Nov 10-11)
• Pre-Clearance Mode: Customs documents were submitted to Dubai Customs immediately upon takeoff to process tax declarations early via "Pre-Clearance" channels.
• Direct Delivery: Leveraging the time difference, our agent cleared the cargo on the day of arrival (Nov 10). On the morning of Nov 11, a shock-absorbing truck delivered the goods precisely to the consignee’s warehouse.
IV. Project Results
• 100% On-Time Delivery: From factory completion on Nov 6 to final signature in Dubai on Nov 11, the 5-day "door-to-door" promise was perfectly fulfilled.
• Zero Damage: Upon inspection, the extra-long glass showed no breakage or scratches, validating the effectiveness of the specialized packaging.
• Optimal Cost: While meeting rigorous time and service requirements, the executed cost remained lower than the client's expected budget for similar DDP services.
V. Summary
This project was not just an air freight operation, but a test of supply chain integration capabilities . The key to Realogistics' success lay in:
1. Foresight: Locking special cargo space 10 days early to avoid peak season risks.
2. Coordination: Seamlessly linking domestic multi-point collection, export customs, and foreign pre-clearance.
3. Professionalism: Providing packaging and loading solutions that go beyond industry standards for irregular, fragile items.
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