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The air freight debate over all-in pricing versus individual surcharges appears to making a comeback – this time the impetus is with the shippers.

“Many customers are asking for fuel surcharges even when airlines don’t have a separate fuel surcharge any more,” reported Rich Zablocki, vice-president, global product development, North America, at CEVA Logistics.

“Shippers see it as a means to manage their expenses,” he added.

Ironically, air freight shippers used to be at the forefront of the push to all-inclusive pricing. The European Shippers ...

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