Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: August 2026
1. Scope of Agreement & Role of Company
These Standard Trading Conditions govern all freight forwarding services, air charter bookings, ocean container shipments, overland transit, and customs clearing operations provided by Airsell Cargo ("the Company") to any customer, shipper, or consignee ("the Client").
The Company acts primarily as a freight forwarding agent and logistics service coordinator. The Company reserves full freedom to choose or alter transit routes, ocean carriers, airline flights, and sub-contractors necessary to complete transport operations.
2. Shipper Warranties & Dangerous Goods
The Client expressly warrants that all information provided regarding package weight, cubic measurement, commodity descriptions, and commercial value is accurate and complete.
- Prohibited Items: Hazardous materials, explosives, flammable liquids, weapons, contraband, or illegal commodities without prior written authorization and proper Dangerous Goods (DG) documentation are strictly prohibited.
- Inspection Rights: The Company and government regulatory authorities reserve the right to open and inspect any package or container submitted for transport.
⚠️ Advisory: Incorrect cargo weight or hazardous item non-declaration may result in immediate shipment suspension, fines by civil aviation authorities, and additional administrative charges.
3. Quotations, Volumetric Weight & Rates
Quotations provided by the Company are subject to availability and currency/fuel surcharge fluctuations unless locked via a written agreement. Charges are calculated based on the greater of actual gross weight or volumetric weight ($L \times W \times H / 6000$ for air cargo).
4. Customs Clearance & Import Duties
Where the Company performs customs brokerage services at Hargeisa Airport, Berbera Port, or overland border posts, the Client remains solely responsible for all official tariffs, import duties, inspection fees, and taxes assessed by government revenues.
5. Payment Terms, Demurrage & General Lien
All invoices must be paid prior to the release of goods unless credit terms have been formally extended in writing.
- Demurrage & Storage: Unclaimed shipments stored at airport or port facilities beyond the free storage window will accrue daily storage charges.
- Right of Lien: The Company holds a general lien on all cargo and documents in its possession for any unpaid invoices or expenses due from the Client.
6. Limitation of Liability & Cargo Insurance
The Company’s liability for loss, damage, or delay to cargo is limited according to applicable international conventions (e.g., Warsaw/Montreal Conventions for air transport and Hague-Visby Rules for ocean freight).
Standard shipping rates do not include full-value cargo insurance. Clients are strongly encouraged to procure separate transit insurance for high-value commercial shipments.
7. Force Majeure
The Company shall not be liable for failure or delay in performing its obligations caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to severe weather, natural disasters, acts of war, civil commotion, port congestion, or official government closures.