Shipment preparation checklist | Werner Air Freight

01 · The cargo

Identify the equipment: chiller components, generator, fuel tank, battery cells, jet engine, aviation components or other cargo.

Describe the shipment condition and its packaging; flag unknown details.

For jet engines, record the transport stand or crating information.

For battery cells, share chemistry if known, installed/loose/packaged arrangement and condition for review.

For fuel tanks, share new/used status and current contents/residue status, including uncertainty.

Count every piece or pallet.

Measure packed length, width and height; record the units.

Record total packed weight and units.

Gather handling, lifting, securement or temperature instructions.

02 · The lane & the clock

Confirm full pickup and delivery addresses, including postal codes and countries.

Confirm the ready date and time with the local time zone.

Identify the required delivery date or window with the local time zone.

Provide pickup and receiver names and reachable phone numbers.

03 · The handoffs

Confirm loading dock, liftgate and site access requirements.

Identify who is responsible for loading and unloading and the equipment available at each end.

Share data center, airport, hangar or other site appointment instructions.

For cross-border moves, discuss required documentation with the team.

For temperature-sensitive cargo, discuss packaging and monitoring requirements.

04 · Before the move

Check that the shipment information is accurate and complete.

Discuss available options with Werner operations.

Confirm the proposed plan, equipment and timing with the team.

Keep your shipment reference and contact details handy.

This checklist supports a shipment conversation; it is not a booking confirmation or a substitute for product-specific requirements. Operations must confirm the shipment plan.

Good details make a better plan.

01 · The cargo

02 · The lane & the clock

03 · The handoffs

04 · Before the move