Multimodal providers that offer air freight delivery with other freight types, often well suited for routine deliveries, but air expertise and service consistency can vary.
Providers operating their own aircraft or transportation assets. They can provide dedicated capacity but may offer less flexibility when your network, lanes or delivering needs change.
Providers focused on moving time-sensitive freight through dedicated air expertise, carrier relationships and operational support.
| Criteria | C.H. Robinson | Global providers | Integrators | Niche providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air specialisation | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Access to capacity | Variable | Variable | Variable | Low |
| Oversize expertise | High | Shipper dependant | Low | Shipper dependant |
| Visibility & tracking | Advanced | Platform dependant | Medium | Reactive |
| Exception handling | Proactive | Variable | Proactive | Reactive |
| Multimodal capabilities | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Global scale | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Adaptability | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Technology and AI | Advanced | Platform dependant | Medium | Low |
*This comparison is provided for general informational purposes only and reflects high level differences in service models. Capabilities, coverage and performance may vary by delivery characteristics, lane, season and market conditions. This content does not constitute a guarantee of capacity, service levels or outcomes. To determine the best fit for your air freight needs, please connect directly with a C.H. Robinson expert.
Air freight markets can shift quickly. Access to a broad carrier network and flexible routing options helps you to adapt to changing capacity, service requirements and transportation challenges.
Delivery visibility and proactive communication help you to stay informed throughout transit, making it easier to plan, respond and keep stakeholders updated.
Whether you're managing a critical delivery, balancing speed and cost or navigating disruptions, our air freight specialists help evaluate options, identify alternatives and keep freight moving.
With a global network and multimodal transportation options, you can scale capacity, extend coverage and adapt transportation strategies to meet changing business needs.