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AIR CARGO UPDATE

Posted: 3/13/2003 3:28:00 PM

As always, Star Asia strives to give you the best service and most up to date information regarding the import freight industry. Currently, the changes are happening in the airfreight sector, and as per our previous announcement sent out last week, the airfreight market has picked up tremendously. There is a backlog in most of the major airports in Asia, to name just a few - Taipei, Incheon, New Delhi, Mumbai, Madras, Shanghai, Karachi, and since today, OEC Hong Kong announced backlog problems as well.

With the war between the USA and Iraq impending, some U.S.-based freighter aircrafts are being used for military purpose. Hence, the air cargo destined for the USA is getting piled up and airports are heavily backlogged. Below are the basic things to keep in mind at this critical time:

Air space is limited:
Therefore, any time you know of an upcoming large and urgent airfreight shipment, please let us know as much in advance as possible.

Transit times are getting longer:
Again, the more time we have to book the space with the airlines, the better are the chances of getting the space and ETA's that you need.

Airlines are increasing their rates:
We will try our best to keep your rates affordable and up-to-date. Should you have any questions about the accuracy of you rates, please do not hesitate to call us.

Please, let us know any of your questions and concerns. We will keep sending you updates on further development of the current situation and as always, will try to do all in our power to expedite and keep your cargo moving.

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