BidAir Cargo: South Africa’s Premier Express Air Freight Provider BidAir Cargo is a leading South African cargo airline specializing in express airport-to-airport freight services. Established in 1996 as Express Air Services, the company has evolved into a key player in the logistics industry, providing tailored solutions for the courier, express, and logistics sectors. In 2014, BidAir Cargo acquired Imperial Air Cargo, further strengthening its position in the market. Services and Capabilities BidAir Cargo offers a comprehensive range of services to meet diverse shipping needs: Same-Day Express: Guarantees top-urgent shipments travel on the next available flight, with a tight 75-minute cut-off for hand-in/hand-out. Overnight Express: Dedicated to urgent and larger/consolidated shipments with time-definite deadlines. Cargo Charters: Provides customized solutions for large shipments, including full aircraft leasing and charter handling. PetLounge: A specialized service ensuring the safe and comfortable travel of pets between major South African cities. Cargo Sales & Handling: Acts as a Sales and Handling Agent for airlines, managing underutilized cargo capacity and optimizing revenue. Fleet and Operations Operating from its headquarters at OR Tambo International Airport, BidAir Cargo utilizes a fleet of Boeing 737-300F aircraft to connect major South African cities such as Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, East London, George, Port Elizabeth, and Bloemfontein. The airline also serves over 37 destinations across Southern and Eastern Africa, including countries like Kenya, Mauritius, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Sudan. Commitment to Excellence As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bidvest Group, BidAir Cargo operates with a strong commitment to service excellence, safety, and reliability. The company holds full accreditation from aviation regulatory bodies, including Part 108 regulated agent status in all domestic branches, and is SACAA and ICAO-compliant to manage international cargo.