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Etihad Cargo achieves

Cargo iQ recertification

ETIHAD CARGO, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad
Aviation Group, has successfully renewed its Cargo iQ
certification in accordance with Cargo iQ Standards for quality
management.

Following a rigorous audit on the UAE national carrier’s
compliance with the Cargo iQ airline member requirements
Serco has designed and used its engineering capabilities to build this conducted by independent auditor SGS, Etihad Cargo achieved
refrigerated interlink trailer.
Cargo iQ recertification for its global network. Etihad Cargo
New Serco high volume was awarded two supplementary stars to recognise the carrier’s
performance in the Corporate Social Responsibility and
refrigerated Interlink trailer Innovative Spirit categories.

A LEADING transporter wanted to move high volumes of “Etihad Cargo plays a crucial role in today’s global supply
perishable goods efficiently, but the interlink trailer it had chain,” says Thomas Schürmann, Head of Cargo Operations and
used for many years needed to be refined and made user- Delivery at Etihad Cargo. “Therefore, it is imperative that all
friendly and less prone to mechanical wear and tear. Etihad Cargo’s efforts toward meeting, providing and exceeding
customer needs and requirements must be fully compliant and
Serco’s technical team were eager to step up to the aligned with global industry standards that promote harmony,
challenge and designed and built a refrigerated interlink transparency and industry-wide best practices. Etihad Cargo
trailer that incorporated a hydraulic system to enable is proud to have been recertified by Cargo iQ and that Etihad
through loading, rear docking and high-volume transport Cargo’s products, services, operations, as well as the delivery of
of perishable goods. its promise and commitment to customers and the market, are
in line with the Cargo iQ airline member requirements.”
The interlink, a purpose-built refrigerated trailer
designed specifically for the customer’s requirements, was Cargo iQ is an IATA interest group with the mission of
in a 9.1m/9.1m combination. It was built in such a way that creating and implementing quality standards for the worldwide
there could be through loading or individual docking of air cargo industry. The Cargo iQ certification and its stringent
each link with minimal negative impact on the cold chain. airline member requirements are at the core of Etihad
This was achieved with a custom-built hydraulic system. Cargo’s service delivery and performance management. The
certification also serves as a benchmark for the cargo carrier in
Engineering specifics include: keeping its processes aligned with industry best practices for the
• Custom-machined hydraulics, rolling elements and guides benefit of its customers from all over the world.
allow the front box to move forward and backwards along
the chassis beam. As a collaborative, multi-stakeholder community that
• Front and rear docking points ensure the box is secure in works towards continuously improving the air cargo customer
its resting and fully extended position. experience, Cargo iQ provides the industry quality management
• A custom-made hydraulic cylinder and power pack cater system for service
for the 4m stroke. delivery, real-time end-
• The design incorporates an energy chain to allow for to-end transparency in
the power and diesel lines to feed the fridge and interior planning, execution and
L O GI S T I CS NEWS for transporters with high volumes of perishable food and standards and
evaluation of shipments
lighting while allowing for the box to slide.
practices that facilitate
The newly designed refrigerated interlink is ideal
the ever-evolving
business models and
products, while also offering flexibility for efficient on and

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