Every year, Nigerian businesses lose contracts, miss delivery windows and write off revenue because a shipment sat in the wrong place at the wrong time. A spare part stuck in port halts a factory. A pharmaceutical shipment delayed by documentation becomes unusable. A consignment of fresh produce misses its market window. A contract opportunity slips because the sample never arrived.
Air freight exists for exactly these moments. It is the fastest major mode of international cargo transport — and it operates in a space where speed, cargo value, product sensitivity, security and time-to-market outweigh the pursuit of the lowest possible freight rate.
But air freight is not simply a ticket on an aircraft. It is a coordinated chain involving shippers, forwarders, airlines, ground handlers, cargo terminals, customs authorities, aviation security, regulated agents, warehouses and last-mile providers. Every link must work — or the cargo stops.
"The forwarder's real job is not to book space on a plane. It is to make sure your cargo is compliant before it moves, visible while it moves, and delivered the moment it lands."
That is what Derockstars does. We combine Nigerian regulatory depth with global airline connectivity to move air cargo the way international businesses expect — accurately, securely, and on time.
Ten deliberate stages from your first enquiry to final delivery.
You tell us what you are moving, where it is going, and by when.
We verify dimensions, weight, commodity, value, Incoterms and required delivery date.
We calculate actual vs volumetric weight — the figure airlines actually bill.
Regulatory screening for dangerous goods, live animals, pharmaceutical or restricted items.
Commercial invoice, packing list, AWB, certificates, permits and any product-specific approvals.
Best-fit airline, routing, transit time and cost for your specific lane.
Collected from your facility and consolidated with secure handling.
Cargo screened under aviation security procedures and accepted by the airline.
Real-time monitoring through every connection until destination arrival.
Destination customs cleared and cargo delivered with proof of delivery.
From a single urgent parcel to complex project cargo — we structure each air freight solution around your commodity, deadline and regulatory reality.
Specialised shipments require more than booking. They require classification, validated packaging, regulatory approval, and controlled handling at every touchpoint.
Temperature-controlled facilities, validated packaging, chain-of-custody documentation and expedited customs handling for medicines, vaccines and biological samples.
Cold-chain logistics for fresh produce, seafood, flowers and meat. Minimised dwell time and temperature-monitored handling from origin through final delivery.
Handled in accordance with IATA Live Animals Regulations. Specialised containers, ventilation, feeding schedules and documentation for compliant transport.
Enhanced security, restricted access, documented chain-of-custody and secure storage for high-value goods including luxury items, jewellery and confidential assets.
Accepted only when packaging, documentation, labelling, handling and airline approvals meet NCAA, ICAO and IATA requirements. Full regulatory review before acceptance.
Advance assessment of dimensions, weight, aircraft capability, loading equipment, ULD requirements and airport handling capacity for oversized and industrial shipments.
Air cargo in Nigeria is governed by a precise regulatory framework. Every shipment we move is handled within the guidelines of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), following Nig.CARs Parts 15, 17 and 18, and aligned with ICAO and IATA international standards.
Cargo security, screening, dangerous goods handling and documentation are not administrative formalities — they determine whether your shipment flies or sits on the ground. We treat them accordingly.
Cargo accepted, identified, screened and stored under documented chain-of-custody procedures.
AWB preparation, classification and customs documentation reviewed before submission.
Lithium batteries, aerosols, chemicals and regulated items reviewed before airline acceptance.
Cargo acceptance, AWB preparation and dangerous goods handling managed by trained staff.
Neither is better. The right choice depends on your cargo, deadline, volume and total landed cost. Here is an honest comparison.
Not sure which is right for your shipment?
Talk to a Logistics SpecialistTransit times vary by route and airline. Lagos to London typically takes 1–2 days, Lagos to Dubai 1–2 days, and Lagos to New York 2–4 days. Total door-to-door time including pickup, screening, customs clearance and final delivery is usually 3–6 business days.
Airlines charge based on either the actual gross weight or the volumetric (dimensional) weight — whichever is higher. Volumetric weight is calculated by dividing cubic centimetre volume by 6,000 for most international air freight. We calculate this transparently before your shipment departs.
Yes, subject to regulatory approval. Dangerous goods are accepted only when shipment details, packaging, documentation, labelling and airline approvals meet NCAA, ICAO and IATA requirements. Perishables are handled under validated cold-chain procedures.
Yes. We provide end-to-end customs clearance support with the Nigeria Customs Service, NAFDAC, SON, Quarantine and other relevant agencies depending on your commodity.
Typical requirements include a commercial invoice, packing list, Air Waybill, Form NXP for exports, certificate of origin and commodity-specific certificates. Our compliance team guides you through every document.
Yes. We collect cargo from your facility anywhere in Nigeria, consolidate it at our handling facility and deliver it to the airline for screening and acceptance.
Tell us what you are moving and where it needs to be. Our air freight specialists will deliver a competitive, compliant quote within 24 hours.