Air Freight Services

When speed and certainty matter, our air freight solutions keep your supply chain moving. With daily global connections, expert teams across key gateways, and proactive communication at every milestone, we deliver fast, reliable, and fully managed air transport from origin to final delivery.

Express & Deferred Air

Global Connections

eCommerce Solutions

Woodland Group is a leading, independent provider of international airfreight services.

Through our offices across the UK, USA, Ireland, mainland Europe, Asia, and a range of network partners, we provide global air freight forwarding coverage and industry-specific air freight solutions. As one of the top IATA, FIATA and BIFA freight agents by carrier market share, we have high priority relationships with our airline partners, giving you peace of mind and guaranteed capacity for your air freight needs.

We are an approved CAA agent in the UK with our own X-ray, metal detection & Explosive Trace Device (ETD) machines. In the USA, we are an approved TSA CCSF operator with our own screening capabilities and existing relationship with K-9 teams while our Hong Kong operation is the gateway for air freight leaving or arriving into Southern China.

Express & Deferred Air

Choose the speed that fits your priorities. From next‑flight‑out and express options to dependable deferred services, we tailor routings and service levels to your deadlines and budget — always with clear ETAs and proactive updates.

Consolidation

Gain cost efficiency without sacrificing predictability. Our scheduled air consolidation services connect major origins and destinations with reliable uplift, consistent cut‑offs, and end‑to‑end visibility.

Project Cargo & OOG by Air

Moving oversized, heavy, or non‑standard cargo by air requires precise planning and specialist control. Our teams manage every technical element — from aircraft selection and engineered load plans to airport handling, permits, and secure transfers — ensuring your project and out‑of‑gauge shipments move safely, compliantly, and on schedule worldwide. With access to full and part charter options and extensive carrier capability, we deliver dependable solutions for even the most complex air freight requirements.

Cross-Border eCommerce Air Freight Solutions

Specifically designed to cater to the growing demands of eCommerce, our cross-border eCommerce air freight solutions include optimized routing, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery to end customers.

Why Choose Woodland Group for Your Air Freight Needs?

Global reach with local expertise across the UK, USA, Europe, and Asia
Bespoke solutions for express, charter, and complex air freight needs
Woodland Online gives you instant quotes, live tracking, emissions reporting
CAA & TSA accredited with in-house screening and customs support
Transparent carbon reporting to help you manage environmental impact
24/7 expert support from dedicated air freight specialists

Temperature‑Controlled Air Freight

Protect temperature‑sensitive goods with cold‑chain solutions. Using specialised packaging, priority handling, and continuous monitoring, we maintain stable conditions from pickup to final delivery - ideal for medical supplies, healthcare products, perishables, and other climate‑sensitive cargo. Our cold‑chain services ensure safety, compliance, and full visibility throughout the journey.

Dangerous Goods (DG)

Rely on accredited specialists to manage documentation, packing, and airline acceptance. We ensure compliant, secure movement of DG shipments across global routes.

Compliance, Screening & Security

We operate in‑house and specialist partner screening facilities that accelerate processing and reduce handovers. Combined with integrated customs support, this ensures that security, documentation, and clearance run smoothly — keeping air shipments moving. We hold IATA registration, TSA/CAA accreditation. We are also CTPAT certified in the U.S.

Sustainability in Air Freight

Reduce the carbon impact of your air logistics with smarter routing, consolidated uplift, and access to airline programmes investing in newer aircraft and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) via book‑and‑claim. Our reporting provides clear emissions insight, helping you make informed, responsible choices for urgent freight.

Digital Visibility

Stay in control of fast-moving airfreight with full shipment visibility, document access, reporting, and notifications. From quotes and bookings to live status and emissions data, you get the insight you need to act quickly and confidently.

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