🌊 Freight Forwarding (Sea & Air)
At True Way Logistics Ltd, we simplify global freight movement through strategic planning, carrier partnerships, and real-time coordination.
Whether your shipment moves by ocean or air, our freight forwarding solutions are designed to provide reliability, visibility, and cost efficiency at every leg of the journey.
We connect Somali importers and exporters to the world’s major trade routes, ensuring goods reach their destination safely, swiftly, and affordably.
1️⃣ Scope of Work
🔹 Sea Freight Forwarding
We manage Full Container Load (FCL) and Less-than-Container Load (LCL) shipments to and from major international ports.
Our partnerships with reliable carriers and NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers) allow us to offer competitive rates, guaranteed space allocation, and flexible sailing schedules.
We handle route planning, booking, vessel tracking, and all necessary port coordination.
🔹 Air Freight Forwarding
For time-sensitive cargo, our air freight team coordinates with airlines operating through Aden Adde International Airport and global hubs such as Dubai, Istanbul, Guangzhou, and Nairobi.
We provide door-to-door, airport-to-airport, and consolidation services.
Our systems track every Air Waybill (AWB) from origin to destination, ensuring speed, security, and control.
🔹 Multimodal & Combined Transport
We design sea-air or air-land hybrid solutions when timelines are tight but budgets are fixed.
This ensures our clients get optimized lead times without overspending.
2️⃣ Freight Forwarding Workflow
📑 Step 1: Booking & Pre-Planning
Client shares shipment details — cargo type, weight, dimensions, origin, destination, and deadline.
We identify the best transport mode (sea/air/multimodal), confirm schedules, and reserve carrier space.
📦 Step 2: Cargo Preparation & Documentation
Our operations team verifies packing standards, labeling, and documentation requirements.
Typical documents include:
Commercial Invoice & Packing List
Bill of Lading (Sea) or Air Waybill (Air)
Export/Import Declaration
Certificate of Origin
Cargo Insurance Certificate
🚢 Step 3: Origin Handling & Loading
For sea shipments, we arrange container stuffing, seal verification, and port delivery.
For air cargo, we supervise weight confirmation, cargo acceptance, and security screening at the airline terminal.
🧭 Step 4: International Transit
We monitor vessel or flight progress in real time, ensuring cargo is on schedule.
Our clients receive proactive notifications for any delay, rerouting, or port congestion issue.
🛬 Step 5: Destination Coordination & Delivery
Once the cargo arrives at the Port of Mogadishu or Aden Adde Airport, our destination team initiates clearance procedures and ensures smooth handover to the consignee or warehouse.
3️⃣ Freight Options & Specializations
🚢 Ocean Freight Solutions
FCL (Full Container Load) — suitable for high-volume cargo.
LCL (Less than Container Load) — cost-effective for small shipments.
Breakbulk & RORO — for heavy or oversized cargo (vehicles, machinery, project equipment).
Reefer Containers — for temperature-controlled goods like food and pharmaceuticals.
✈️ Air Freight Solutions
Express Air Cargo for urgent goods.
Consolidated Air Cargo for cost-sharing efficiency.
Charter Services for oversized or critical shipments.
Dangerous Goods Handling compliant with IATA standards.
🚛 Value-Added Freight Services
Freight Insurance
Packing and Labeling Assistance
Cargo Consolidation & Deconsolidation
Route Optimization
Cargo Tracking and Tracing
4️⃣ Documentation & Compliance
Our documentation department ensures each shipment adheres to international trade regulations, carrier policies, and Somali customs procedures.
We assist in preparing:
Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI)
Export/Import Declaration
Manifest Submission
Shipping Advice
Arrival Notices
We also ensure compliance with:
Incoterms® 2020 rules (FOB, CIF, DDP, EXW, etc.)
IMO and IATA standards for hazardous goods
Insurance coverage according to cargo type and trade route
5️⃣ Freight Cost Optimization
We recognize that logistics costs directly impact profitability.
That’s why our team continuously negotiates with carriers and airlines for volume-based discounts and priority loading slots.
We analyze multiple route combinations to help clients reduce freight expenses while maintaining reliable transit times.
Our Freight Cost Calculator Tool allows clients to compare shipment modes, routes, and expected delivery times before booking — giving full visibility into cost-to-benefit ratios.
6️⃣ Risk Management & Cargo Security
Every shipment is covered by an end-to-end visibility system, reducing risk of loss or delay.
We maintain partnerships with insured carriers only.
Cargo is monitored under secure seals and verified through pre-departure checklists.
For air freight, security screening and X-ray compliance are completed before handover to the airline.
Our risk control process includes incident tracking, escalation procedures, and corrective measures to guarantee delivery performance.
7️⃣ Digital Tracking & Client Communication
Transparency is our backbone.
Clients receive access to digital tracking updates — vessel ETA, AWB status, customs clearance stage, and delivery confirmation.
We also provide daily updates via WhatsApp, email, or phone — whichever the client prefers.
Every client is assigned a dedicated operations officer who remains the single point of contact from booking to final delivery.
8️⃣ Advantages of Working with True Way Logistics Ltd
✅ Strong global partnerships with shipping lines and airlines
✅ Proven track record in handling both commercial and project cargo
✅ Transparent quotations with no hidden fees
✅ Real-time updates and 24/7 client support
✅ Integrated freight + customs + delivery solution under one company
At True Way Logistics Ltd, we are not just freight forwarders — we are your strategic logistics partner, ensuring your cargo moves with precision, accountability, and care.