IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), will now offer Envirotainer’s Releye RLP & RAP containers for customers transporting pharmaceutical goods. IAG Cargo said the solution is a welcome addition to its Constant Climate cold chain service. Using the latest technology, Envirotainer’s Releye RLP & RAP containers monitor the position, temperature, battery level and humidity and can run for 170 without needing to be recharged. The innovative containers … [Read more...] about IAG offers Envirotainer’s Releye for pharma cargo
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Lödige Industries on automation, expansion and growth
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport or TFU, which started operations last year, now has a fully automated cargo terminal as the airport group is looking to transform TFU into an integrated international transport hub connecting China with Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and Southeast Asia. One of the features of the cargo hub are two elevating transfer vehicles (ETVs), installed by Lödige Industries, with a five-level automated ULD storage and handling system for 227 20-ft storage … [Read more...] about Lödige Industries on automation, expansion and growth
Etihad makes key tie-ups to enhance cargo solutions
Etihad has been busy making key partnerships as the carrier looks to become a go-to airline when it comes to providing reliable cargo services. The Adu Dhabi based airline recently extended its long-term partnership with Jettainer after it signed a 5-year contract with the ULD supplier. After comprehensive analysis on the requirements of Etihad and its customers, Jettainer will now equip the airline’s entire ULD fleet with Bluetooth low energy (BLE) tags. This will enable Etihad Cargo to … [Read more...] about Etihad makes key tie-ups to enhance cargo solutions
Startup XFret talks about in-cabin cargo container project
During the TIACA Executive Summit held in San Francisco, three startups were recognised for their innovative and sustainable projects at the sustainability awards. The group’s annual event, which awarded Peli BioThermal and Nepal Flying Labs in 2020, presented United Cargo with its corporate winner award for its Eco-Skies program. In the small business category, startup XFret took home the US$10,000 cash prize for its innovative in-cabin cargo solution. Simon Foucart-Gaudy, startup co-founder, … [Read more...] about Startup XFret talks about in-cabin cargo container project
Seoul-based T’Way Air taps Jettainer to manage ULDs
South Korean low-cost airline T’way Air has chosen Jettainer to provide unit load device (ULD) management services under a 5-year contract. Jettainer has been providing containers and pallets for the Seoul-based airline’s three new Airbus A330 aircraft since 1 March of this year. ULDs provided and managed by Jettainer will initially fly on routes between Gimpo International Airport and Jeju International Airport with international flights to Singapore and Vietnam set to follow. Also read: … [Read more...] about Seoul-based T’Way Air taps Jettainer to manage ULDs
Envirotainer’s Releye RAP takes maiden flight with Swiss
The first commercial shipment using Envirotainer’s new Releye® RAP container was successfully completed with Swiss WorldCargo handling the consignment. The shipment, composed of three Releye RAP units and two RAP e2 units, started in Basel in Switzerland and landed at New York JFK in the US. Also read: Envirotainer opens service station in Guangzhou The shipper was a global acting Swiss pharmaceutical company, with the transportation successfully going as planned with the help of live … [Read more...] about Envirotainer’s Releye RAP takes maiden flight with Swiss
