Airfreight Crosstrades — From Country to Country, Coordinated from the Netherlands
Goods that need to go from China to Brazil, or from India to the US — without touching the Netherlands? Aircargo.nl fully coordinates your crosstrade shipment from Aalsmeer. One point of contact, one invoice, worldwide coordination.
In a crosstrade — also known as a triangular shipment or third-country shipment — the paying party is located in a different country than both the origin and the destination countries.
The goods move directly from country A to country B, while Aircargo.nl coordinates the entire logistics from the Netherlands. This is a commonly used setup for international trading companies, importers, and exporters aiming to optimize their supply chain without intermediate storage or double handling fees.
Advantages of Crosstrade Airfreight via Aircargo.nl:
- Goods go directly from origin to destination — no unnecessary detour via the Netherlands
- Lower costs due to shorter routes and less handling
- One fixed point of contact and one invoice — regardless of how many countries are involved
- Coordination of documentation in all involved countries through our agent network
- Option for neutral shipping — manufacturer remains invisible to the end customer if desired
- Full track & trace even with crosstrade shipments
Neutral Airfreight Crosstrade — Manufacturer Protected
Don’t want your customer to know which manufacturer you purchase from? We can process your crosstrade shipment neutrally. Our agent in the origin country issues the original AWB under the manufacturer’s name. Aircargo.nl replaces it with a Switch AWB showing only your information as the shipper. Your procurement relationships stay confidential — your customer sees only what you want them to see.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crosstrades
What is the difference between a crosstrade and normal export?
With normal export, the shipment originates from the Netherlands. In a crosstrade, the shipment originates from another country — we manage the coordination from the Netherlands, but the goods themselves do not need to pass through the Netherlands. This saves time, costs, and unnecessary handling.
Is crosstrade airfreight more expensive than normal airfreight?
Not necessarily. Because goods move directly from A to B without intermediate handling, crosstrades can actually be cheaper than the alternative where goods first arrive in the Netherlands. We always calculate the most efficient route for you.
How does customs work with a crosstrade shipment?
For a crosstrade shipment, customs formalities take place in the origin and destination countries — not in the Netherlands. Our global network of certified agents ensures that local customs clearance in both countries is handled correctly and on time.
What types of companies benefit from crosstrades?
Crosstrades are especially interesting for international trading companies, importers who supply customers outside the Netherlands, and businesses purchasing in Asia and delivering directly to customers in North America, Africa, or the Middle East — without first bringing goods into the Netherlands.
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