Freightos and CMA CGM AIR CARGO Join Forces: A Game-Changer in Global Air Freight
Barcelona, Spain, February 3, 2025 – Freightos Limited, a pioneering global freight booking and payment platform, has made a significant move in the logistics industry by announcing the integration of CMA CGM AIR CARGO, a division of CMA CGM Group, into its WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms.
What Does This Mean for Freight Forwarders?
With this partnership, freight forwarders will now have direct access to CMA CGM AIR CARGO’s extensive global air freight network through Freightos’s platforms. This collaboration brings numerous benefits to freight forwarders:
- Real-time rates: Freight forwarders can now view and compare real-time rates from CMA CGM AIR CARGO, allowing them to make informed decisions and optimize their logistics operations.
- eBook cargo: The integration of eBook cargo enables freight forwarders to manage their air freight bookings and shipment statuses more efficiently.
- Key tradelanes: The partnership focuses on key tradelanes connecting the United States, France, Italy, Spain, and Asia, ensuring a robust and diverse network for freight forwarders.
Global Impact of the Partnership
The collaboration between Freightos and CMA CGM AIR CARGO is not just beneficial for freight forwarders but also has far-reaching implications for the global logistics industry:
- Increased competition: The integration of CMA CGM AIR CARGO into Freightos’s platforms will introduce more competition, driving down prices and improving service quality in the air freight market.
- Digitalization: The partnership represents a significant step towards digitalizing the air freight industry, making it more accessible, efficient, and cost-effective for businesses.
- Streamlined logistics: By offering real-time rates and eBook cargo, the collaboration aims to simplify the logistics process, reducing the time and effort required to manage air freight shipments.
Conclusion
The partnership between Freightos and CMA CGM AIR CARGO is a game-changer in the global air freight industry. It offers numerous benefits for freight forwarders, from real-time rates and eBook cargo to increased competition and digitalization. Moreover, the collaboration represents a significant step towards streamlining logistics and making air freight more accessible and efficient for businesses worldwide.
As the logistics landscape continues to evolve, partnerships like this one will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the industry, driving innovation, and helping businesses navigate the complex world of global trade.
By embracing technology and collaboration, Freightos and CMA CGM AIR CARGO are setting a new standard for the air freight industry, paving the way for a more connected, efficient, and cost-effective logistics ecosystem.
