Temperature-controlled cargo

Certain types of cargo, such as pharmaceuticals or certain food products, are too sensitive to temperature changes and need to be transported in strict temperature-controlled (TC) conditions.

Depending on the sensitivity of the cargo, airlines use two types of packaging to help keep the cargo within a specific temperature range:

• Passive — cargo is kept within the desired temperature range using passive refrigeration materials such as coolants and insulation
• Active — cargo is kept within the desired temperature range using active temperature control and refrigeration systems

The rates for temperature-sensitive cargo in Xeneta are available under the Passive service level. Using this service level, you can monitor and compare your rates on TC cargo against the rest of the air freight market.

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Due to a much lower volume of cargo transported using active temperature-controlled packaging, there isn't enough data to provide market rates for active TC.