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Air container

A unit load device (ULD) is a pallet or container used to load luggage, freight, and mail on wide-body aircraft and specific narrow-body aircraft. It allows a large quantity of cargo to be bundled into a single unit. Since this leads to fewer units to load, it saves ground crews time and effort and helps prevent delayed flights. Each ULD has its own packing list (or manifest) so that its contents

Types

ULDs come in two forms: pallets and containers. ULD pallets are rugged sheets of aluminum with rims designed to lock onto cargo net lugs. ULD containers, also known as cans and pods, are closed containers made of aluminum or combination of aluminum (frame) and Lexan (walls), which, depending on the nature of the goods to be transported, may have built-in refrigeration units.

Aircraft compatibility

 
LD3s, LD6s, and LD11s will fit 787s, 777s, 747s, MD-11s, Il-86s, Il-96s, L-1011s and all Airbus wide-bodies. The 767 uses the smaller LD2s and LD8s because of its narrower fuselage. The less common LD1 is designed specifically for the 747, but LD3s are more commonly used in its place because of ubiquity (they have the same floor dimensions such that one LD3 takes the place of one LD1). LD3s with reduced height (45 inch instead of 64 inch) can also be loaded on the Airbus A320 family. LD7 pallets will fit 787s, 777s, 747s, late model 767s (with the big door), and Airbus wide-bodies.

Interchangeability of certain ULDs between LD3/6/11 aircraft and LD2/8 aircraft is possible when cargo needs to be quickly transferred to a connecting flight. Both LD2s and LD8s can be loaded in LD3/6/11 aircraft, but at the cost of using internal volume inefficiently (33 ft³ wasted per LD2). Only the LD3 of the LD3/6/11 family of ULDs can be loaded in a 767; it will occupy an entire row where two LD2s or one LD8 would otherwise have fit (90 ft³ wasted per LD3). Policies vary from airline to airline as to whether such transfers are allowed.

One of the design requirements of the 787, was for it to use the LD3/6/11 family of ULDs to solve the wasted volume issue.

ULD capacity

Aircraft loads can consist of containers, pallets, or a mix of ULD types, depending on requirements. The table below indicates the maximum capacity of an aircraft for all-container and all-pallet configurations. In some aircraft the two types must be mixed as some compartments take only specific ULDs.

Container capacity of an aircraft is measured in positions. Each half-width container (LD1/LD2/LD3) in the aircraft it was designed for occupies one position. Typically, each row in a cargo compartment consists of two positions. Therefore, a full-width container (LD6/LD8/LD11) will take two positions. An LD6 or an LD11 can occupy the space of two LD3s. An LD8 takes the space of two LD2s.

Aircraft pallet capacity is measured by how many PMC-type LD7s (96 in × 125 in) can be stored. These pallets occupy approximately three LD3 positions (it occupies two positions of one row and half of the two positions of the following row) or four LD2 positions. PMCs can only be loaded in cargo compartments with large doors designed to accept them (small door compartments are container only).

Identification

All ULDs are identified by their ULD number. A three-letter prefix identifies its type, followed by a 4 or 5 digit serial number (4 if prior to October 1, 1993; either 4 or 5 if after October 1, 1993) to uniquely identify it from others of the same type, and ending with a two character (alpha-numerical) suffix identifying the ULD's owner (if an airline, often the same as IATA designator codes). For example, AKN 12345 DL means that the ULD is a forkliftable LD3 with the unique number 12345 and its owner is Delta Air Lines.

Common prefixes

•     AAA: LD7 container (88" x 125"), 81" tall, contoured for maindeck narrow-body
•     AAD: LD7 container (88" x 125"), 96" tall, contoured for maindeck wide-body (aka A1)
•     AAF:[11] LD26 container
•     AAP:[11] LD9
•     AAU:[11] LD29 container
•     AAY: LD7 container (88" x 125"), 81" tall, contoured for maindeck wide-body and narrow-body (aka A2)
•     AAZ: LD7 container (88" x 125"), 64" tall, contoured for maindeck wide-body and narrow-body and any belly (aka L9)
•     AGA:[11] M2 container
•     AKC:[11] LD1 without forklift holes
•     AKE:[11] LD3 without forklift holes/half ALF
•     AKH, AKW: LD3-45 mainly for A320/321, 45" tall, same base as AKE, extensions on both sides
•     AKN:[11] LD3 with forklift holes
•     ALB:[11] LD4 with forklift holes
•     ALD: LD11 container (aka L11)
•     ALF:[11] LD6 without forklift holes
•     ALP:[11] LD11 without forklift holes
•     ALP:[11] LD4 without forklift holes
•     AMA:[11] M1 container
•     AMD:[11] M1H container
•     AMJ: LD7 container (96" x 125"), 96" tall, contoured for main deck wide-body (aka M1)
•     AMU:[11] LD39 container contour similar to ALF, but deeper and bigger extensions. biggest lower-deck container
•     AVY:[11] LD1 with forklift holes
•     AWC:[11] LD6 with forklift holes
•     AYY:[11] Demi, a half-width contoured container typically used for the main deck
•     AYX:[11] AYY with fittings to connect a fire extinguisher so as to carry Dangerous Goods
•     DPE:[11] LD2 without forklift holes
•     DPN:[11] LD2 with forklift holes
•     DQF:[11] LD8 with forklift holes
•     FLA:[11] LD11 pallet
•     FQA: LD8 pallet (same floor dimensions as DQF)
•     HMA:[11] Horse stall
•     KMA:[11] Sheep and goat pen
•     P1P:[11] LD7, large pallet (88" x 125"), folding wings for overhang
•     PAD:[11] LD7, large pallet (88" x 125"), flat
•     PGA:[11] M6, large pallet (96" x 238.5"), freighter main deck only
•     PLA:[11] LD11 pallet
•     PMC: LD7, large pallet (96" x 125")
•     QKE: LD3 same as AKE but made of KEVLAR and designed to be bombproof. No forklift holes.
•     RAP:[11] LD9 with refrigeration unit
•     RAU:[11] LD29 container with refrigeration unit
•     RKN:[11] LD3 with refrigeration unit
•     RWB:[11] LD11 with refrigeration unit
•     SAA: Full-sized version of the AYY
•     SAX: Full-sized version of the AYX
•     VRA:[11] M6, large pallet (96" x 196"), twin car rack
•     XAW:[11] LD7, large pallet (88" x 125"), fixed wings for overhang
•     XKC: LD3 without forklift holes/half ALF

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Ocean Container

A shipping container is a container with strength suitable to withstand shipment, storage, and handling. Shipping containers range from large reusable steel boxes used for intermodal shipments to the ubiquitous corrugated boxes. In the context of international shipping trade, "container" or "shipping container" is virtually synonymous with "(standard) intermodal freight container" (a container designed to be moved from one mode of transport to another without unloading and reloading)

Types of shipping containers

Intermodal freight containers
Freight containers are a reusable transport and storage unit for moving products and raw materials between locations or countries. There are about seventeen million intermodal containers in the world, and a large proportion of the world's long-distance freight generated by international trade is transported in shipping containers. In addition, it's estimated that several million of these containers have now been discarded due to the shipping cost of sending them back to their port of origin. Their invention made a major contribution to the globalization of commerce in the second half of the 20th century, dramatically reducing the cost of transporting goods and hence of long-distance trade

Corrugated box

Corrugated boxes are commonly used as shipping containers. They are made of corrugated fiberboard which is lightweight, recyclable, and strong enough to ship a variety of products.

Wooden box

Wooden boxes are often used for shipping heavy and dense products. They are sometimes specified for shipments of government or military shipments.

Crate

A crate is a large container, often made of wood, used to transport large, heavy or awkward items. A crate has a self-supporting structure, with or without sheathing.

Specialized shipping containers

Custom containers are used for shipments of products such as weapons and aviation components. Customized cushioning, blocking and bracing, carrying handles, lift rings, locks, etc. are common to facilitate handling and to protect the contents. Often, these shipping containers are reusable.

Specialized shipping containers include: High Cube Containers (Providing an extra 1 ft in height to standard shipping containers), pallet wides, open tops, side loaders, double door or tunnel-tainers and temperature controlled containers.

Another specialized container known as Transtainer is a portable fuel and oil freight container. The hybrid bulk fuel tank is originally intended for the construction, mining, logging and farming sectors. The tank can be used to transport and store bulk fuels as well as dangerous liquids, by road, rail and sea.

Transit and Flight Case

Flight cases and transit cases are usually custom designed for shipping and carrying fragile equipment: audio visual, camera, instruments, etc. Although generally light in construction, they tend to have reinforced edges and corners.

Road Case

Road cases are often used for shipping musical instruments and theater props.

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Customs house agent

In India, a customs house agent (CHA) is licensed to act as an agent for transaction of any business relating to the entry or departure of conveyances or the import or export of goods at a customs station. CHAs maintain detailed, itemized and up-to-date accounts. A CHA license may be temporary or permanent.

Multimodal transport operators as CHAs

Multimodal transport operators (MTOs) are appointed under the Multimodal Goods Transportation Act, 1993 by the Ministry of Surface Transport. Their work involves carrying goods by more than one mode of transport between India and abroad. This does not confer a right on them to obtain an appointment as steamer agents or CHAs unless they are otherwise qualified for the appointment.

Licence types

Temporary

After accepting an application, a one-year temporary licence is granted under Regulation 8 in Form B. Before receiving a temporary (or regular) licence, the applicant must execute a bond on Forms D and E. For major ports, the surety amount is Rs.25000/; for other ports, Rs.10000/. Surety may also be given in the form of National Savings Certificates or postal security, which should be pledged in the name of the Commissioner. Since a regular licence-holder is allowed to work in more than one Customs station, separate bond and surety must be posted for each customs station.

Regular

An application for regular licence may be made on Form C by a person who has passed the examinations. Forms A and C are nearly identical, except that while the former is issued under Regulation 5, the latter form is issued under Regulation 10. A regular licence is requested on Form D. The applicant must satisfy the following conditions:

1.     Quantity or value norms of cargo cleared from the customs house (as determined by the Commissioner)
2.     Applicant conduct during the temporary-licence period; no complaints of non-compliance with Regulation 14

A regular licence is nontransferable, and its term is ten years.

Duties

    Authorised clearances only against authorization: A CHA is required to clear goods for import or export with specific authorization from the principal, which must be produced whenever required by the Deputy or Assistant Commissioner.

    Personal clearance: The CHA must personally clear the goods or clear them through an employee designated by the Commissioner. All documents should list the CHA's name at the top. The CHA should not attempt to influence the conduct of customs officers in matters pending before him or his subordinates; there should be no threats, false accusations or duress against such officers, and no promise of advantage, benefit or gift should be made or bestowed on such officers. The CHA's duties should be discharged expeditiously, and he cannot charge more than the rates approved by the Commissioner.

    Conflicts of interest: If the CHA is a former officer of a department, he cannot represent any matter before a customs officer which he had considered as an officer. He cannot use facts which came to his knowledge as an officer.

    Correct advice: The CHA must advise the client to comply with the provisions of the Act and the regulations, diligently ensuring the imparting of correct, relevant information to the client for clearance of cargo or baggage. If there is non-compliance by a client, the CHA must bring it to the attention of the deputy or assistant commissioner. This regulation requires the CHA to provide information to the department.

    Fiscal accountability: The CHA must promptly pay the government all monies received from the client for duties and taxes. Any money received from the client or from the government should be promptly and fully accounted to the client.

    Record-keeping: A CHA should not attempt to gather information from government records if they are not provided by the appropriate officer. Access to records should not be denied, removed or concealed when sought by the Commissioner. Records and accounts must be maintained as directed by the Deputy or Assistant Commissioner, and available for inspection. All documents must be prepared in accordance with rules and orders.

If the licence granted to a CHA is lost, the loss should be promptly reported to the Commissioner. If there is failure in compliance with obligations under Regulation 14, the Commissioner may prohibit a person from acting as a CHA.

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Corporate Brochure

A corporate brochure is an informative paper document (often also used for advertising), that can be folded into a template, pamphlet or leaflet. Brochures are advertising pieces mainly used to introduce a company or organization and inform about products and/or services to a target audience.

Brochures are distributed by radio, handed out personally or placed in brochure racks. They may be considered as grey literature. They are usually present near tourist attractions

Varieties

Brochures are now available in electronic format and are called e-brochures. The most common types of single-sheet brochures are the bi-fold (a single sheet printed on both sides and folded into halves) and the tri-fold (the same, but folded into thirds). A bi-fold brochure results in four panels (two panels on each side), while a tri-fold results in six panels (three panels on each side).

Other brochure fold arrangements are possible: the accordion or "z-fold" method, the "c-fold" method, etc. Larger sheets, such as those with detailed maps or expansive photo spreads, are folded into four, five, or six panels. When two card fascia are affixed to the outer panels of the z-folded brochure, it is commonly known as a "z-card".

Booklet brochures are made of multiple sheets most often saddle-stitched, stapled on the creased edge, or perfect bound like a paperback book, and result in eight or more panels.

Printing

Brochures are often printed using four-color process on thick, glossy paper to give an initial impression of quality. Businesses may print small quantities of brochures on a computer printer or on a digital printer, but offset printing turns out higher quantities for less cost.

Compared with a flyer, a brochure usually uses higher-quality paper, more color, and is folded.

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Customs Clearance Agents

Customs is an authority or agency in a country responsible for collecting tariffs and for controlling the flow of goods, including animals, transports, personal effects, and hazardous items, into and out of a country. 

 The movement of people into and out of a country is normally monitored by immigration authorities, under a variety of names and arrangements. The immigration authorities normally check for appropriate documentation, verify that a person is entitled to enter the country, apprehend people wanted by domestic or international arrest warrants, and impede the entry of people deemed dangerous to the country.

Each country has its own laws and regulations for the import and export of goods into and out of a country, which its customs authority enforces. The import or export of some goods may be restricted or forbidden. In most countries, customs are attained through government agreements and international laws. A customs duty is a tariff or tax on the importation (usually) or exportation (unusually) of goods. Commercial goods not yet cleared through customs are held in a customs area, often called a bonded store, until processed. All authorized ports are recognized customs areas.

Privatization of customs

Customs is part of one of the three basic functions of a government, namely: administration; maintenance of law, order, and justice; and collection of revenue. However, in a bid to mitigate corruption, many countries have partly privatised their customs. This has occurred by way of contracting pre-shipment inspection agencies, which examine the cargo and verify the declared value before importation occurs. The country's customs is obliged to accept the agency's report for the purpose of assessing duties and taxes at the port of entry.

While engaging a pre-shipment inspection agency may appear justified in a country with an inexperienced or inadequate customs establishment, the measure has not been able to plug the loophole and protect revenue. It has been found that evasion of customs duty escalated when pre-shipment agencies took over. It has also been alleged that involvement of such agencies has caused shipping delays. Privatization of customs has been viewed as a fatal remedy

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Warehousing and distribution service provider

Warehousing Corporation was established during 1957 to provide logistics support to the agricultural sector. It is a public Warehouse operator offering logistics services to diverse group of clients. CWC operates 467 Warehouses across the country with a storage capacity of 10.3 million tonnes providing warehousing services. These services includes foodgrain warehouses, industrial warehousing, custom bonded warehouses, container freight stations, inland clearance depots and aircargo complexes.

Apart from storage and handling, CWC offers services in the area of clearing & forwarding, handling & transportation, procurement & distribution, disinfestation services, fumigation services, consultancy services/ training for the construction of warehousing infrastructure to different agencies and other ancillary activities. CWC has 18 Regional Offices in the country.

Function

The Warehousing Corporation act, 1962:Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Central Warehousing Corporation may

•     Subscribe to the share capital of a State Warehousing Corporation;
•     Act as agent of the Government for the purposes of the purchase, sale, storage and distribution of agricultural produce, seeds, manures, fertilizers, agricultural implements and notified commodities; and
•     Carry out such other functions as may be prescribed.

The Warehousing Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2011 has been proposed in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution seeking to make Mini-Ratna company Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) an independent body without government being a guarantor.

Operation

CWC operations include scientific storage and handling services for more than 400 commodities include Agricultural produce, Industrial raw-materials, finished goods and variety of hygroscopic and perishable items.

•     Scientific Storage Facilities for commodities including hygroscopic and perishable items through network of 476 warehouses in India with its 5,658 trained personnel.
•     Import and Export Warehousing facilities at its 36 Container Freight Stations in ports and inland stations.
•     Bonded Warehousing facilities .
•     Disinfestation services.
•     Handling, Transportation & Storage of ISO Containers.

CWC enables the movement of imported and exportable goods to and from the port towns and has developed infrastructure of Container Freight Stations & Inland Clearance Depots throughout the country. It operates 36 CFSs/ ICDs where composite services for containerised movement of import/export cargo are provided. The Warehousing Corporation is empowered to acquire and build Warehouses for storage of Agricultural produce, seeds, fertilizers and other notified commodities and also to act as an agent of the Central Warehousing Corporation or of the Government, for the purpose of purchases, sales storage, distribution etc., of Agricultural Commodities in time of need. Though it has been criticised for lack of manpower and technologically equipped warehousing facility.

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Air freight services anywhere, any time, on time

Our service covers almost every origin and destination. we are committed to meeting any capacity and transit time needs.

Tripath’s dedicated team ensures your freight is handled with the utmost security while complying with all customs and regulatory provisions.

We have many specialised variations. Whether your cargo needs rapid shipping, precise temperature regulation, or requires special handling, we have the right product for you.

We will ensure your cargo reaches its destination at optimal speed, with efficient handling and without putting a strain on your pockets. Our real-time, global tracking system keeps you informed precisely of where your package is at any given point in time. We provide global door-to-door delivery of service including clearance at customs and package forwarding, co-ordinating with our network of agents and vendors within a cost-effective premise.

With Tripath Logistics, you are not just signing up a logistics vendor, but a swift, efficient and reliable organisation that delivers efficient international air-freight services worldwide.

Our freight services include:

• International air freight services that are tailored towards client needs, from standard to expedited options
• Point pickup and forwarding
• Door-to-door pickup and delivery
• Trans-national shipments
• Multi-modal methods of shipment, whether sea-air or air-sea
• Customs Clearance
• Vendor consolidation
• Bulk freight shipment
• Dangerous goods shipment

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International Cargo Movers

It's nice of you to take the time to get to know us better. Here are some things about us that we thought you might like to know.

•    Started its operations in 2014 and is uniquely positioned to provide customers with the most comprehensive set of solutions available for all their logistics needs.

•    We has always believed in customer-centric approach and knowledge attained from decades of experience has allowed us to have enduring relationships with our customers

•    Our   path   breaking   innovations   and   tailored   made solutions help customers improve time-to market and realize   quick   Return   on   Investment   (ROI)   from   our Logistics Services

•    we provide enterprises with strategic Solutions what lies ahead. We help enterprises transform and thrive in a changing world through Logistics consulting, operational leadership, and still counting!

Service Portfolio

We TRI PATH LOGISTICS are committed to providing customers with  a  comprehensive  range  of  Integrated  Logistics services.

Your goal - and ours - is to keep your Business running smoothly at all times TRIPATH LOGISTICS helps you improve your company’s   performance.   We   deliver   real   business results through service & people centered approach to Logistics and providing the right expertise according to your   needs   and   we   cooperate   closely   with   our customers to work out a package of services that fits
perfectly.

Wherever you are in the world, our experienced team located close to you is ready to provide you the needed support & services.

Technology

We deliver best-in-class service to each of our customers. We are   using web-based Logistics management system – Swift Go {Cloud Platform} – ensures that every freight move is optimized and tendered at the lowest cost, meeting service requirements while providing increased visibility through tracking, administration and reporting.

Network

• World-wide partner network consisting of leading Finnish and international sea, road, rail and air transportation providers
• Special expertise in sourcing operations from its partner network, enabling efficient utilization of the partner network
• The Company’s comprehensive partner network enables large scale global project deliveries as well as a flexible cost structure
• We deliver value to our customers by providing the most reliable and efficient solutions through delivery networks

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Tripath Logistics Mission and Vision

Our business philosophy is based on five core values:

• Operational Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Product Leadership
• People and 
• Sustainability

Tripath Logistics is a fast emerging logistical solutions provider, specializing in providing efficient, reliable and customer-focussed comprehensive solutions tailored to customer’s needs. We cover various aspects of logistical solutions, including air/ocean freight logistics, Warehousing, Ground Transportation and on and off-site assistance.

Our business is built on the premise of ‘efficiency and transparency’. Our constant endeavor to adapt to rapidly changing business scenarios, handle any unexpected challenges, using our knowledge and expertise to enforce continuous improvement, improving customer satisfaction, and building confidence has helped us become one of the most preferred partners for logistical and cargo services since our company was incepted.

Our success in the logistics industry can be attributed to a highly skilled dedicated workforce, focus on quality, constantly improvisation on products and services and incorporation of information technology in whatever we do.

The young and dynamic team at Tripath, consists of a skilled and experienced group of professionals who have come together to utilize their time and resources in developing a company that stands by its principles, and which is showcased in our work.

Simply Reliable

When you ship with Tripath Logistics, getting the job done according to your specific needs and on your timeline becomes our responsibility. The existence of our business relies on this core capability and we have been proving that capability to our customers for over three decades.

Quality Statement

Tripath Logistics provides efficient and cost-effective service while adhering to strict quality controls and without compromising on time or deliverables. Our skilled staff come with considerable experience and have been trained to think on the go. The team takes all kinds of challenges head-on, working continuously to ensure the operation runs smoothly and operating within timelines and operational excellence.

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