In actuality, Air Van functions very much like a shipping agent, receiving freight by rail or truck and loading it into containers for overseas shipping, or breaking down inbound containers for transportation throughout the United States.

The services provided by Air Van Distribution Center are available to all importers and exporters. These include the consolidation of shipments for overseas destinations; contract drayage to and from the ports, both of which are within six miles of Air Van’s own warehouses, and complete lumber and carpentry services for shoring and bracing heavy cargo.

When necessary, Air Van arranges USDA and U.S. Customs inspections, as it does for shipments of flowers, frozen meats, produce and dairy products for international trade.

Other commodities handled by Air Van on a regular basis include perishable fruits and vegetables; packaged goods; food and grocery products; aluminum; lumber; heavy equipment; machinery; pumps, and general merchandise.