General Cargo
General Cargo is the term used for shipments of durable goods that do not require special treatment. Within this category are shoes, textiles, and spare parts, among others.
For loads that require special treatment, Blue Bird Logistics offers solutions according to your needs.
Available Products
Blue Bird Logistics understands that at time General Cargo must be transported with the utmost urgency. As a result, customers can combine the priority products described in the chart below.
POSITIVE FS |
PRIORITY 1 |
STANDARD PRODUCT |
|
| Our promise |
The highest priority and commitment to guarantee boarding on the specific flight booked. |
The highest priority and commitment to ensure boarding on the first freighter flight available to the requested destination. |
Regular and reliable service that allows access to all flights. |
| Routes |
Direct passenger flights only. |
Direct cargo flights only. |
All flights. |
| Guarantee |
100% refund |
50% refund |
Not applicable. |
For more information on the features of these products, please contact your local Blue Bird Logistics Office.
Perishables
Blue Bird Logistics gives special attention to the transportation of Perishable Cargo, given the conditions of the cargo’s life cycle, which is essential to the preservation of these goods.
Perishable cargo includes: seeds, fruits, vegetables, fresh flowers, meats, fish, shellfish, and any other product that can be quickly affected by inappropriate preservation conditions.
Blue Bird Logistics and its affiliates’ investments in state-of-the-art refrigerated warehouses in the region demonstrate their commitment to the Perishable Cargo industry. In addition, Blue Bird Logistics and its affiliates have access to refrigerated warehouses at destinations where they operate, which allow the companies to provide customers their well known reliable service.
Shipments consisting of Perishable Cargo will only be accepted if the following requirements are met:
A. Perishable Cargo (seafood, meats, etc.) must be properly packed to prevent leaks, spills or strong smells during transport.
B. Horticultural products such as fruits, vegetables, flowers, etc. must be packed inside containers strong enough to support a stack of at least 2.2 meters (7.2 ft), without collapsing at the bottom. The packing should be resistant to the moisture that these products generate (See note 1).
Note 1: Testing resistance of this type of packaging can be done with simulated weight at a temperature of 22 to 24° C and a relative humidity of 75 to 80%, for 24 hours with boxes piled to a height of three meters, or a weight equivalent to that stack height.
Special Conditions
Shipments of Perishables packed with solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) require a previous agreement between the sender and Blue Bird Logistics or the operating carrier. Dry ice is classified as a Dangerous Good and the type of aircraft limits the amount that can be placed onboard.
Specific indications will not be accepted for maintaining precise temperatures or temperature ranges (e.g., “keep at 5 degrees” or “hold between 10 and 13 degrees”).
Note: Whenever you use dry ice as a refrigerant, it must be recorded. After the product name, the following legend should be incorporated: “Dry Ice 9 UN 1845 “, followed by the amount of dry ice contained in each package.
Labeling
Perishable cargo must bear the following labels:
A. Blue label identifies the contents as meat, fish, vegetables or fruits.
B. Package orientation labels (direction arrows).
C. Hazard label class 9, if using dry ice as coolant product.
Available Products
For additional information, please contact your local Blue Bird Logistics Office.
Dangerous Goods
Dangerous Goods are articles or substances that may pose a risk to health, safety, personal property or the environment, when transported. Blue Bird Logistics will ensure that the most rigorous security processes are followed while moving these products.
MAIL: Dispatches of correspondence and other items tendered by and intended for delivery to postal services in accordance with the rules of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). It can be managed by a state or a private entity. As for air transport, guidelines for appropriate national authorities and civil aviation authorities are contained in the Supplement to the ICAO Technical Instructions.
INFECTIUOS SUBSTANCES: Infectious substances are substances which are known or are reasonably expected to contain pathogens. Pathogens are defined as micro-organisms (including bacteria, viruses, rickettsiae, parasites, fungi) and other agents such as prions, which can cause disease in humans or animals.
Category B: An infectious substance which does not meet the criteria for inclusion in Category A. Infectious substances in Category B must be assigned to UN 3373.
LABELING: The shipper is responsible for all necessary labelling of each package of dangerous goods, and each over-pack containing dangerous goods, in compliance with these Regulations. Each package must be of such a size that there is adequate space to affix all required markings and labels.
MARKING: The shipper is responsible for all necessary markings to be applied on each package of dangerous goods, and each overpack containing dangerous goods, in compliance with these Regulations. Each package must be of such a size that there is adequate space to affix all required markings and labels.
LITHIUM BATTERIES: have become a preferred energy source for a wide variety of consumer goods such as telephones, toys, electric bikes, etc. Though widely used, most persons are not aware of the fact that these batteries are dangerous goods, and may represent a risk for security if they are not properly prepared for their transport, in accordance with certain standards and procedures. The transport regulations applicable to the lithium batteries might be difficult to handle for companies and individuals who are not familiar with the handling of dangerous goods.
Pharmaceuticals
In addition, Blue Bird Logistics offers the option to transport Pharmaceutical products in containers with active temperature control.
Available Products
Blue Bird Logistics offers a specialised
service for managing “passive” shipments of Pharmaceutical products*: “PHARMA 2 to 8°C”, “PHARMA 15 to 25°C” and “PHARMA 2 to 25ºC”. The general characteristics of the products are:
• Procedures in accordance with the guidelines of Chapter 17 of the IATA.
• Declaration of temperature range on the Air Waybill.
• Recording of time and temperature at critical points of transportation.
• Trained staff in the handling of Pharmaceuticals.
• Procedures for continuous improvement to ensure the highest quality.
• Temperature control inside the aircraft.
* Note: Currently, the PHARMA products are only available for:
| From | To | Product | |||
| Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) | Santiago de Chile (SCL) | Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) | Campinas, Brazil (VCP) | All | |
| Amsterdam, Holland | Santiago de Chile (SCL) | Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) | Campinas, Brazil (VCP) | Cabo Frio, Brazil (CFB) | All |
Pharmaceuticals that are not shipped in active temperature controlled containers must be adequately packed to resist external temperatures where it cannot be controlled.
For more information on the features of this product, please contact your local Blue Bird LogisticsOffice.
Live Animals
Different types of animals are transported on domestic and international routes daily, following high standards of care.
Aircrafts are designed to provide a safe, pressurized and temperature controlled environment for animals. All animals are transported in compliance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations for the humane treatment and transportation of animals, as well as those of other major international organizations.
Depending on the live animal you transport, you must provide a suitable container with food and water accessible. Containers should be properly marked and labeled, and must comply with all necessary documentation applicable at the points of origin, transit and destination for the particular animal shipped.
Blue Bird Logistics also provides clients the access to caregivers who can travel onboard with the live animals. We suggest contacting your Blue Bird Logistics local Office to make these arrangements and for details on the applicable fees.
If you need to ship pets, please visit the Pets section.
Labeling
Shipments of live animals must bear the following labels:
- Label of live animals, using dark green on a light background. The kind of animal being transported should be identified in a circle on the tag itself (e.g. mammals, birds, reptiles, fish);
- Package orientation labels on all four sides of the container; and
- Any other label required by countries of destination or transit of the expedition.
For more information, please contact your Blue Bird Logistics local Office.
Courier
The Courier service offers agencies specializing in Parcel service, fast and expeditious transportation between Blue Bird Logistics and its affiliates’ extensive network.
Specifications: If the shipment does not meet the following requirements, it must be declared as General Cargo.
-Weight per package shall not exceed 50 kg (110 lbs.).
-The sum of the length, width and height of the parcel must not exceed 254 cm (100 in.) as detailed below*:
- Maximum length: 239 cm (94 in)
- Maximum width: 147 cm (58 in)
- Maximum height: 157 cm (62 in)
*Weight and dimensions may vary by country. Please contact your local Sales Office for details.
Available Products
When your express freight requires a higher or lower priority, Blue Bird Logistics offers customers the opportunity to combine the regular and priority products described below.
POSITIVE FS |
PRIORITY 1 |
STANDARD PRODUCT |
|
| Our promise |
The highest priority and commitment to guarantee boarding on the specific flight booked. |
The highest priority and commitment to ensure boarding on the first freighter flight available to the requested destination. |
Regular and reliable service that allows access to all flights. |
| Routes |
Direct passenger flights only. |
Direct cargo flights only. |
All flights. |
| Guarantee |
100% |
50% |
Not applicable. |
Reservation and Air Waybill (AWB)
At the time of booking the shipper must state that Courier service is required. Additionally, the field of “Handling Information” in the AWB must show that Courier service is selected. The shipment will otherwise be handled as General Cargo.
Restrictions
| Liquids or Fragile Shipments |
Accepted only out of the bags and under a single Air Waybill (unconsolidated).They must also comply with the appropriate packaging for the product type shipped. |
| Perishables |
Accepted only out of the bags. |
| Dangerous Goods (DGR) |
Not accepted as Courier. Exceptions: DGR: UN1845 – UN3373 – UN2814 – UN2900. Accepted only out of the bags and under a single Air Waybill (unconsolidated). The shipment is subject to flight availability and approval by the Dangerous Goods Department at the station. |
For more information on the features of these products, please contact your local Union Maritime Logistics Office.
Special Solutions
Blue Bird Logistics offers air transportation services for all types of shipments, including:
