FAQ zum Thema "On Board Courier Services"
An on-board courier (OBC) is a courier who personally accompanies a shipment on a commercial flight to ensure its safe and timely delivery.
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On Board Courier Services
When is an On Board Courier useful – and when not?
An OBC is the first choice for business-critical situations: when production lines are down and urgently need spare parts, during medical emergencies, for important contract documents, or when an aircraft is grounded (Aircraft on Ground). This service proves its worth daily, particularly in the automotive industry, aviation, medical technology, and mehr lesen ...
How quickly can an On Board Courier be organized?
Thanks to our 24/7 service and global network, we can mobilize a courier within 60-120 minutes of your request in most cases. The actual speed depends on several factors: courier location, flight availability, and any visa requirements. In major metropolitan areas such as Frankfurt, Munich, or Hamburg, pickup is often mehr lesen ...
Which goods are suitable for OBC shipping?
Generally, all compact goods that fit into airline carry-on baggage are suitable for OBC shipping – typically weighing up to 8-12 kg and within dimensions of approximately 55x40x20 cm. In exceptional cases, larger shipments can also be checked in as priority baggage. Frequently transported goods include: Spare parts for machinery mehr lesen ...
How does the On Board Courier delivery process work exactly?
The entire process is designed to ensure maximum control and transparency. Our courier personally picks up your shipment – whether at your company premises, at the airport, or at any other location you specify. During pickup, they document the condition of your goods and provide confirmation of receipt. During the mehr lesen ...
How much does an On Board Courier Service cost – and what does the price depend on?
On Board Courier (OBC) service costs typically range from €2,000 to €8,000, depending on the destination and complexity of requirements. While this may seem high at first glance, the cost quickly becomes reasonable when weighed against the expenses of production downtime or lost business opportunities. The price consists of several mehr lesen ...
Is my shipment insured and secure with OBC Transport?
Yes, your shipment is secured in multiple ways. First, through our comprehensive transport insurance that covers damages up to a substantial amount. Second, through constant personal attention from our courier, which reduces the risk of loss or damage to practically zero. Our couriers are experienced logistics professionals who understand how mehr lesen ...
In which countries or regions is an OBC service possible?
Our OBC service covers practically the entire world – anywhere scheduled flights are available. This includes all major economic centers in Europe, North America, Asia, and increasingly Africa and South America. Even remote destinations are often accessible via connecting flights. Our most frequently served routes include: Germany ↔ USA (particularly mehr lesen ...
How Short Notice Can I Book an OBC and How Does the Inquiry Process Work?
Bookings are possible around the clock – 365 days a year. For genuine emergencies, often just a phone call is enough, and we immediately pull out all the stops. For optimal planning, we need: precise pickup and delivery addresses, time window (when must the goods arrive at the latest?), type mehr lesen ...
What is an On Board Courier and how does this service work?
An On Board Courier (OBC) is a specially trained courier who personally accompanies your time-critical shipment as carry-on luggage on regular commercial flights. Unlike conventional air freight services, your goods remain under the courier's direct supervision throughout the entire transport process – from the moment of pickup to personal delivery mehr lesen ...
