Moving Cargo for Government Agencies
Government cargo is a serious business. It is regulated by a complex set of rules and regulations that are designed to ensure the safe transport of secure and mission-critical goods across the world. In addition, government agencies must utilize experienced and reputable logistics service providers that understand the process, and can get the job done right. With government goods being anything from medical supplies to military hardware, there is no room for error, and each shipment must be completed on time and with precision. Service providers that are new to moving government cargo may be surprised by the level of paperwork and documentation required, which makes experience so important.
For government agencies needing logistics support, it’s critical the cargo arrives on time. This is especially crucial when moving cargo needed to respond to natural disasters, and other instances where time is of the essence. In July of 2020, when FEMA was preparing the response efforts ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Douglas, the agency contracted Aeronet Worldwide to transport five generators to the island of Hawaii. The generators – weighing a total of 77,585 pounds – were picked up from Hickam Air Force Base on a Friday afternoon, and loaded by ground crews into a Boeing 747 on Saturday morning. The flight was granted an earlier departure than scheduled, due to the situation’s urgency. 50 minutes later, the plane was already touching down in Hawaii.
Once the plane landed on the island of Hawaii, Aeronet’s team devised a strategy to transport the generators to the Hilo Airport FEMA staging point, overcoming obstacles (like high winds) to get the generators to their destination by 3:00 that afternoon. This exemplifies the urgency of government cargo and the need for shipments to adhere to a time-definite schedule.
However, another essential focus for logistics companies working with the government is security and risk management. This means that every warehouse needs to be fully secure, and any team needs to have extensive knowledge of the industry and equipment handling, ensuring safe, secure, and seamless cargo delivery. For added security, all staff handling government cargo should be TSA-certified and comply with all military packaging and crating specifications. These capabilities ensure that a logistics company can be trusted to deliver high-tech and high-value cargo for installation and network redeployment in Federal government buildings and military installation sites. Aeronet has key personnel with ITAR/EAR experience who understand the complex requirements of being ITAR-compliant, and their standard operating procedures include 22 CFR 123.9(b) regulations, DSP-73s and SP-61s, and proper classification for SME (Significant Military Equipment) for AES entry on government deliveries.
Shipping cargo for government agencies requires a logistics service provider to have a global footprint and the necessary qualifications and certifications. Aeronet has over 40 years of experience in the logistics industry, and complies fully with security mandates, training, certifications, and implementation of programs that ensure the safety and integrity of the government cargo supply chain process. Aeronet’s vast network allows for the best and fastest option available, no matter where in the world you need the cargo needs to be delivered. If you need cargo moved for a government agency, Aeronet Worldwide can help. Contact us to find out more.
