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FISH AND SEA FOOD

Caribbean Airlines Cargo has developed a complete air and ground network. We have achieved this through dedicated and improved freighters services, frequent line flights and punctual interconnecting truck schedules. These alliances give us the opportunity to strengthen and expand our presence and allow us to access lucrative markets more effectively - Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver via Miami, are just a range of the destinations we offer.

Caribbean Airlines Cargo is the preferred carrier for the exportation of fish to outside the Caribbean. Twice a week we move at least 150,000 tonnes of fish to Miami, as far as Los Angeles and beyond.

Requirements for exporting your fish and seafood on Caribbean Airlines Bulk Load Aircraft- B737

Packaging Required

The following list details the minimum packaging requirements for the transport of chilled fish on all Caribbean Airlines aircraft:

	Containers/Boxes
	Styrofoam boxes with a minimum density of one pound per cubic foot

	Inner Packaging
	Double inner liner of polyethylene bags -0.05mm thickness Gel Packs ONLY NO WET ICE WILL BE ACCEPTED Inner bags must be properly taped or sealed masking tape is not accepted

	Outer Packaging
	Boxes/container covers to be properly secured Single outer liner of polyethylene bags 0.05mm thickness Outer bags must be properly taped or sealed masking tape is not accepted.

While the above are the minimum requirements, we do suggest that the shipper(s) observe the following measures as an added precaution:

	All carcasses are to be properly drained before placing inside the boxes
	The gel packs should be of a thick gelatinous consistency, frozen water or thin solutions will not be accepted. Also, the packs must be properly sealed to avoid leakage
	Sealing tape, fibre-tape or heat sealers are to be used to secure both the outer and inner plastic bags (liners)

Acceptance Requirements

Inspection

At time of tender all shipments will be inspected to verify compliance with packaging requirements. Shipments will be refused if found wet, leaking or emitting strong odour.

Reserving Air Transport

Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Contact Caribbean Airlines Cargo Customer Service Department and provide the following information:

	The date you plan to forward shipment
	The number of pieces and gross weight of shipment
	The type of product ( live, fresh, frozen )
	The destination

Documents required for exporting

	License from the Ministry of Agriculture
	Shipping bill
	National photo I.D.

For more information on Shipping your Dangerous Goods, contact your local Caribbean Airlines Cargo office