Mode of transport: Air, Ocean, Road, Rail

A broad overview of the characteristics of air, ocean, road and rail transport is presented in this skills program, to provide knowledge and understanding of the modes in order for you to be able to choose a mode or combination thereof to transport freight in the most cost and time-efficient way.

This skills program explores the various modes of transportation in the global supply chain – how organizations can use them and why they matter. The supply chain relies on the efficient management of assets and logistics to get raw materials, parts and finished products from one place to another. In sending goods around the world, the use of transportation resources in the right and most efficient way is vital. Pairing the optimized usage of containers, vehicles and other assets with effective logistics execution greatly improves operational efficiency, security and speed.

Each transportation mode has key operational and commercial advantages and properties. Modes can compete or complement one another in terms of cost, speed, accessibility, frequency and safety. Your learning will assist you to leverage these factors in order to achieve operational efficiency, security and speed.

Target group
Employees working in Freight Forwarding Operations and related areas

Learning outcomes

• Overview of regulatory and trade environment of Air Freight
• Air Freight trade cycle
• Surface freight characteristics: ocean, road and rail
• Role players, services provided and documentation processed
• Sailing frequency, port rotation and transit times
• South Africa’s major trade routes
• Example of marine traffic and vessel tracking