Temperature Controlled Aircraft Unit Load Devices: The Technological Response to Growing Global Air Cargo Cool Chain Requirements

Baxter, Glenn; Kourousis, Kyriakos I.

doi:10.4067/s0718-27242015000100012

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“…To prevent some of the issues mentioned above, it is increasingly common for lucrative industries to arrange for charter planes to transport perishable foods to their destination (Fresh Plaza ; Cropp ). Moreover, advances in refrigeration systems, such as the development of active temperature‐controlled ULDs during the past decade, have enhanced the ability of key stakeholders to ensure unbroken cold chains (Baxter and Kourousis ).…”

Section: Temperature Conditions Along the Cold Chainmentioning

confidence: 99%

Time–Temperature Management Along the Food Cold Chain: A Review of Recent Developments

Mercier

Villeneuve

Mondor

et al. 2017

Comp Rev Food Sci Food Safe

434

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The cold chain is responsible for the preservation and transportation of perishable foods in the proper temperature range to slow biological decay processes and deliver safe and high-quality foods to consumers. Studies show that the efficiency of the cold chain is often less than ideal, as temperature abuses above or below the optimal productspecific temperature range occur frequently, a situation that significantly increases food waste and endangers food safety. In this work, field studies on time-temperature conditions at each critical stage of the cold chain are reviewed to assess the current state of commercial cold chains. Precooling, ground operations during transportation, storage during display at retail and in domestic refrigerators, and commercial handling practices are identified and discussed as the major weaknesses in the modern cold chain. The improvement in efficiency achieved through the measurement, analysis, and management of time-temperature conditions is reviewed, along with the accompanying technical and practical challenges delaying the implementation of such methods. A combination of prospective experimental and modeling research on precooling uniformity, responsive food inventory management systems, and cold chains in developing countries is proposed for the improvement of the cold chain at the global scale.

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Section: Temperature Conditions Along the Cold Chainmentioning

confidence: 99%

Time–Temperature Management Along the Food Cold Chain: A Review of Recent Developments

Mercier

Villeneuve

Mondor

et al. 2017

Comp Rev Food Sci Food Safe

434

224

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“…Hence, the air cargo mode is increasingly being used to transport a diverse range of perishable products, such as high-value horticultural products, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, and fresh cut fruits and vegetables. Chilled and frozen meat, dairy products, fish, and seafood are also commonly shipped by air cargo [108]. Such products require rapid transportation.…”

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A Strategic Analysis of Cargolux Airlines International Position in the Global Air Cargo Supply Chain Using Porter’s Five Forces Model

Baxter

2019

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The objective of this research was to examine Cargolux Airlines International’s, one of the world’s major dedicated all-cargo airlines, strategic position in the global air cargo supply chain. To achieve this objective, a qualitative research approach was used. The data gathered for the study was examined by document analysis. The strategic analysis of Cargolux Airlines International was underpinned using Porter’s Five Forces Model. The study found that Cargolux has developed an extensive portfolio of products that satisfy discrete air cargo market segments’ requirements. The airline has also entered strategic partnership agreements with Emirates SkyCargo, Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA), and Oman Air, which has enabled the partners to expand their route networks and to better optimize their available air cargo capacities. Cargolux has also established Milan-based Cargo Italia, which focuses on serving the important Italian air cargo market. The airline has also developed a successful two hub strategy in conjunction with one of its major shareholders, Henan Civil Aviation and Investment Company (HNCA). In 2017, Cargolux commenced a journey of transformation with the introduction of the “Cargolux 2025 Strategy”. A limitation of the study was that Cargolux’s annual revenues were not available. It was, therefore, not possible to analyze the airline’s revenue performance.

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“…Hence, the waste generated at Kansai International Airport that is neither suited for recycling nor for incineration is required to be deposited to a landfill. Figure 3d encourages business operating at the airport to manage their waste properly, avoid waste generation, and to recycle wastes where ever they can [60,67]. As part of its environmental policy and strategy, Kansai Airport places significant importance on the recycling of waste.…”

Section: Reported Airport Wastesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Another large source of waste is the packing material (plastic) used in air cargo operations to prevent leakage and possible water damage to the contents of a cargo pallets or aircraft unit load devices [60,61]. Aircraft unit load devices, or ULDs, are pallets and containers which are used to carry air cargo, mail and passenger baggage on wide-body passenger and freighter aircraft [67]. Consequently, considerable efforts are being made at the airport to recycle the plastic that has been used for this purpose rather than disposing of it as waste.…”

Section: Reported Airport Wastesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sustainable Airport Waste Management: The Case of Kansai International Airport

2018

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Abstract:The global air transport industry is predicted to continue its rapid growth. A by-product of air transport operations, however, is the substantial volumes of waste generated at airports. To mitigate the environmental impact of waste and to comply with regulatory requirements, airports are increasingly implementing sustainable waste management policies and systems. Using an in-depth case study research design, this study has examined waste management at Kansai International Airport from 2002 to 2015. Throughout its history the airport has implemented world best practices to achieve its goal of being an eco-friendly airport. The qualitative data gathered for the study were analysed using document analysis. The quantitative data were analysed using t-tests. Statistically significant results were found in the reduction in waste per passenger and aircraft movement (for total waste, incinerated waste, and landfill waste). In addition, a statistically significant increase in the proportion of waste recycled, and a decrease in the proportion of waste sent to landfill was observed. As such, quantitatively speaking, Kansai International Airport has shown significant waste management improvements. The study concludes that Kansai Airport's waste management approaches and policies can be transferred to other airport facilities. This would greatly improve sustainability across airports, globally.

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Temperature Controlled Aircraft Unit Load Devices: The Technological Response to Growing Global Air Cargo Cool Chain Requirements

Cited by 22 publications

References 26 publications

Time–Temperature Management Along the Food Cold Chain: A Review of Recent Developments

Time–Temperature Management Along the Food Cold Chain: A Review of Recent Developments

A Strategic Analysis of Cargolux Airlines International Position in the Global Air Cargo Supply Chain Using Porter’s Five Forces Model

Sustainable Airport Waste Management: The Case of Kansai International Airport

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