Warehouse & 3PL Glossary

Air Waybill (AWB)

Also known as: AWB

An air waybill (AWB) is a non-negotiable transport document that accompanies goods shipped by air. Issued by the carrier or freight forwarder, it acts as a receipt for the cargo and a contract of carriage, detailing the shipper, consignee, and terms of transport.

In the warehouse: Teamship's WMS puts Air Waybill (AWB) to work as part of Shipping & Freight.

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