United Cargo recently celebrated the grand openingof its new TempControl Center at its hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). TempControl is United Cargo’s service for commodities requiring temperature-controlled transport. The new facility includes the features and innovations most requested by United’s TempControl customers, including +15C to +25C controlled room temperature, the capacity to simultaneously house 48 RKN units, electrical connectivity for all units and a number of … [Read more...] about United Cargo inaugurates Newark TempControl Center
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United Cargo signs agreement with va-Q-tec
United Cargo has announced the signing of a global rental agreement with va-Q-tec, a leading provider of high-performance units for temperature-controlled transport of pharmaceuticals. This agreement, signed by va-Q-tec Ltd. managing director Dominic Hyde and United Cargo president Jan Krems at a ceremony in Houston, Texas, expands the companies’ relationship and affirms their joint commitment to providing customers with advanced options for the safe transport of cool chain air … [Read more...] about United Cargo signs agreement with va-Q-tec
United Cargo adopts Herculight S containers
United Cargo will completely replace its current fleet of LD3 containers with the purchase of 8,500 new Herculight S containers designed by Zodiac Aerospace’s Rotable Equipment division. The Herculight S features a new design and weighs only 121 pounds – one of the lightest containers available. United is the first airline to announce the purchase and use of this container and will begin replacing its current LD3s with Herculight S units later this year. Despite its lighter … [Read more...] about United Cargo adopts Herculight S containers
Jan Krems named president of United Cargo
United Airlines today announced the appointment of Jan Krems as president of United Cargo and vice president United Airlines. Krems takes over the role held by Robbie Anderson who was president of United Cargo since 2010. Anderson's departure came as surprise to much of the industry and the reasons for his departure have been the subject of much conjecture. In his new role, Krems will be responsible for all aspects of United Cargo's sales, revenue management, operations, … [Read more...] about Jan Krems named president of United Cargo