Cargo Operations
About Our Outstanding Cargo Facilities
At Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, we provide the service and efficiency your shipping operations demand — outstanding cargo facilities, congestion-free air space, a wide selection of commercial carriers, U.S. Customs service, and a location in easy reach of major U.S. markets as well as the entire Caribbean basin. Find out how we can help your business express itself, too. Give us a call today at: 205-595-0533.
Some of the many reasons to consider Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport for your cargo transportation needs:
- Available space in current 47,000 square feet, eight-bay cargo building
- Additional space of 21 acres available for cargo expansion
- Convenient accessibility to all international markets
- Port of Entry for US Customs, Federal Inspection Station
- In-bond storage for commercial carriers
- 24-hour airport operation, no noise restrictions
- Uncongested airspace
- Broad selection of commercial air carriers for connections
- Excellent aircraft service and support facilities
- Ground handling companies for your special operating needs
- Largest passenger airport in the state, less than two hours to Huntsville, Montgomery, and Atlanta
- Major distribution center and transportation hub for regional and national companies
- Excellent location for global operations
- Seven-county metro area with population of more than one million
- Strong medical healthcare and biotechnology industries
- Average household income of $53,000
- Well-diversified business center
- Centrally located for easy access to the Southeastern region
- Close proximity to three major interstates and two major highways
- Excellent truck and rail service
- One of the nation’s leading Fixed Base Operators with two locations onsite
CARGO SHIPPERS
205-591-1033
800-238-5355
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800-742-5877