Rate trends, customs changes, and routing intelligence from the operators who book your freight.
Rail from China to Europe is faster than ocean but cheaper than air — a genuine middle lane that has matured significantly. Whether it suits your shipment depends on cargo type, urgency, and how much customs complexity you can absorb. Here is how to work through the decision.
Airlines charge for whichever is greater — actual weight or the space your cargo takes up, converted to kilograms. For bulky, lightweight goods the volumetric calculation usually wins, pushing your bill well above what a scale would suggest. This guide explains the formula, walks through worked examples, and shows where you can trim costs before booking.
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