Intermodal Transport System for Air and Ocean Freight

DB SCHENKERskybridge

DB SCHENKERskybridge is our multi-modal transport system based on the company's network of global gateways and a worldwide sailing schedule. It combines the advantages of sea- and air freight.

For supply chains to Australia and New Zealand, the rule of thumb is: Air shipment is quick and ocean shipment is inexpensive.
DB SCHENKERskybridge downunder combines the advantages of both, ocean and air freight. This reduces transit times or freight costs by up to 50%.

Air shipment? Ocean freight? Combine both...

Especially when deadlines are tight, you must choose efficient logistics:

If speed is what you want, then your’re certain to choose air freight
But air freight has its price
If your primary focus is on costs, then you’re certain to choose ocean freight for heavy loads or large volumes
But ocean freight takes time

Our solution: Integrated cost efficiency.

Use DB SCHENKERskybridge downunder to build your bridge to the world markets. This intermodal transport concept combines the advantages of air and ocean freight. You tell us where from and where to, and we’ll take the route that best serves your needs. By providing a service that meets your deadline while reducing your freight costs.
DB SCHENKERskybridge downunder is available from Europe, USA via Hong Kong or Singapore and India via Hong Kong to Australia and New Zealand.

Summary of advantages for you:

Up to 50% reduction in transit times as compared to ocean freight
Up to 50% reduction in costs compared to air freight
Single-source solutions ensure smooth and reliable service
Rapid and flexible accommodation of your individual requirements
Never far away, with a dense network of subsidiaries in Europe and Asia-
Pacific
Significantly reduce CO2 emission

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