In January 2025, AsstrA’s experts successfully managed a shipment from China to the USA, delivering a wave soldering machine. The project required precise coordination across multiple regions to ensure seamless execution.
The cargo was destined for El Paso, USA. However, since there is no direct flight from China to El Paso, the shipment was transported from Shanghai to Los Angeles via a direct flight and then delivered by the airline's truck to El Paso, covering nearly 1,500 km.
One of the main challenges was handling the oversized cargo. One of the cases measured 582 x 181 x 222 cm, with a single unit weight exceeding 2,867 kg, while the maximum permissible length for a ULD is 600 cm. These freight characteristics required a PGA pallet, a specialized type of ULD that not all carriers can accommodate. Despite these complexities, Air China Airlines successfully completed the air transportation.
“Every cargo shipment presents unique challenges. This transportation required precise route planning, coordination across multiple regions, and specialized handling at every stage. Thanks to the seamless collaboration between our teams in Asia and the USA, we ensured smooth execution and timely delivery,” said Chunyan Liu, Head of the Asian Airfreight Division at AsstrA.
Despite the complexity, the cargo was delivered on time and intact, reinforcing AsstrA’s expertise in managing intercontinental shipments.
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About AsstrA
AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG is a multinational transportation and logistics service provider headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. For 30 years, AsstrA has been providing its customers with a full range of global 3PL services via road, rail, air, and sea transportation. The service portfolio includes warehouse logistics, customs clearance, cargo insurance, support for import-export operations, and project logistics.
AsstrA’s team employs more than 1,000 people in countries across Europe, the CIS, Asia, and the USA. The quality of services is confirmed by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, ISO 28000, GDP, and SQAS certifications.
AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG is a member of leading trade associations including FIATA, WCA, and TAPA.