On Board Courier (OBC)
Maximum Speed, Control and Security in Time Critical Shipments
Maximum Speed, Control and Security in Time Critical Shipments
On Board Courier (OBC) is the fastest and most controlled transportation method used for shipments where time tolerance in logistics is almost zero. In OBC operations, the shipment is personally taken onto the plane by a professional courier, carried throughout the flight as hand luggage or cabin/private area status, and delivered directly to the recipient at the destination. Avemes Logistics offers its OBC service not only as an "emergency transportation" solution; It presents as a strategic Time Critical logistics model that saves critical operations.
Avemes' On Board Courier Approach
On-board courier transport is planned by assessing cargo suitability, flight connections and delivery conditions at destination together. Courier arrangements, documentation and consignee details are confirmed before the shipment departs.
- Determining the most suitable flight
- Selection of courier based on operational requirements
- Checking visa, transit and entry conditions
- Pre-flight customs and paperwork preparation
- Fast delivery and reporting upon arrival
In Which Scenarios Is OBC Used?
OBC may be considered for time-critical shipments suitable for carriage as accompanied baggage. In the examples below, contents, packaging, airline acceptance and declaration requirements are checked separately.
- Critical parts that stop the production line
- AOG (Aircraft on Ground) shipments in the aviation industry
- Medical and pharmaceutical urgent shipments
- Prototype and R&D products
- High value and sensitive cargo
- Products that cannot be backed up or substituted
OBC and Customs Processes
Declaration requirements in the countries of departure and arrival are assessed with a licensed customs representative. Preparation of the required documents is coordinated with courier arrangements and arrival procedures.
- Pre-prepared documents
- GTIP and regulatory control
- Customs scenario by destination country
- Possible exemption and fast processing options
OBC and Aviation (AOG) Operations
For AOG shipments, planning is based on when the required part will be ready and when it needs to reach the maintenance location. On-board courier, NFO and charter options are compared alongside cargo acceptance requirements.
- 24/7 operations team
- Airline and MRO coordination
- OBC + NFO + Air Charter alternatives
Advantages of OBC
For suitable shipments, on-board courier transport may help reduce handover points and enable direct tracking of delivery status. Feasibility is determined by flight and security conditions.
- maximum speed
- Minimum handling
- high security
- Full control and traceability
- Flexible and personalized operation
Risk Management in OBC
Flight cancellations, entry requirements or changes in customs procedures may affect the delivery plan. Alternative routes and courier options are assessed alongside the necessary approvals and a revised delivery estimate.
Planning and coordination
- Alternative flight and courier plans
- Visa and passport backups
- Alternative scenarios at customs
- Instant operational decision mechanisms
Operational Transparency and Disclosure
Shipment collection, handover to the courier, flight connections and estimated delivery details are shared. Operational closure details are provided together with delivery confirmation from the consignee.
- Flight information
- Courier status
- Estimated delivery time
- Operation closing information
Your OBC shipment journey
Suitability for courier-accompanied transport is assessed against cargo characteristics, airline rules and entry requirements along the route.
Shipment suitability
We confirm the contents, dimensions, weight and delivery timing. We check whether the shipment can travel with a passenger and identify declaration requirements.
Route and courier selection
We assess flight connections and the passport and visa requirements for a suitable courier. We include onward delivery time after arrival in the plan.
Collection and documents
We prepare packaging, transport instructions and required documents. We record the handover to the courier and coordinate customs and security procedures.
Courier-accompanied transport
The shipment travels with the courier under arrangements permitted by airline and security rules. We share key movement and transfer updates.
Delivery to the recipient
After arrival procedures, we coordinate delivery to the recipient. We verify who received the shipment and when before closing the operation.
Why Avemes for OBC?
Effective courier-accompanied transport planning covers shipment eligibility, handover records and delivery information.
Certificates- Transport suited to your shipment
- We assess airline acceptance, security restrictions, declaration requirements and route conditions based on the contents and dimensions. We do not recommend the same solution for every shipment before confirming eligibility.
- Defined collection and handover points
- We clarify who releases the shipment, how it will be handed to the courier and who will receive it at destination. We prepare transport instructions accordingly.
- Consistent operational information
- We consolidate changes involving the courier, origin and recipient in the same shipment plan. We share delivery confirmation as part of that record.
Conclusion: If Waste of Time Is Unacceptable OBC
On Board Courier is the ultimate in speed in logistics. With OBC solutions, Avemes Logistics leaves no room for loss of time and safely manages your most critical shipments. On Board Courier with Avemes; It means immediate action, maximum control and zero tolerance.