American Airlines Cargo expands options for critical shipments

Published: 2-Sep-2011
Logistics

New cold-chain solution supports ambient temperature control for sensitive pharmaceuticals


American Airlines Cargo division has expanded its cold-chain service, ExpediteTC, to include a new solution for the requirements of cold packaging during transit.

ExpediteTC Passive supports ambient temperature control using state-of-the-art cool rooms, expedited handling processes and high-visibility monitoring to ensure cargo is handled within desired temperature ranges. This offering augments American Airlines' current service, ExpediteTC Active, which utilises dry ice and battery-powered containers to actively regulate temperature levels, regardless of ambient conditions.

‘Our new ExpediteTC Passive cold-chain service provides our customers with another option for moving time- and temperature-sensitive cargo,’ said Dave Brooks, president of American Airlines Cargo. ‘The worldwide rollout of this service is supported by extensive training to provide a consistent, reliable service across our network.’

Preparation for launch of the new service included a pilot programme and training of 2,400 ground and warehouse employees around the world. The service integrates American's proprietary high-visibility system with distinct processes used by employees to support temperature control during handling.

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