Classification of Air Cargo

Complexes
Prepared by Tverdokhlib Adelina
Group 302Ba
Introduction

Air cargo complexes can be classified based on various criteria such as size, function,
location, and services offered.
Size

Small Air Cargo Complexes: These are smaller facilities typically serving regional or local air
cargo needs.
Large Air Cargo Complexes: These are larger facilities strategically located to handle significant
volumes of air cargo traffic, often serving as major hubs for air freight operations
Function

• Handling Centers: These complexes primarily focus on the efficient handling and
sorting of air cargo.
• Distribution Centers: These complexes act as distribution hubs where cargo is
consolidated, stored, and redistributed to various destinations.
• Freight Villages: These complexes integrate multiple logistics functions including
warehousing, customs clearance, and transportation within a single area.
Location

• Airport-based Complexes: These complexes are located within or adjacent to airports,

facilitating seamless movement of cargo between air and ground transportation modes.
• Inland Complexes: These complexes are situated away from airports, often near major
highways or railways, offering intermodal transportation options for air cargo.
Services offered

• Customs Clearance Facilities: Complexes with customs clearance facilities expedite the
processing of imported and exported goods.
• Cold Chain Facilities: These complexes are equipped with specialized infrastructure for
handling perishable goods requiring temperature-controlled environments.
• Value-Added Services: Some complexes offer value-added services such as packaging,
labeling, and assembly to meet specific customer requirements.
Ownership and Operation

• Public Air Cargo Complexes: Owned and operated by government agencies or airport
authorities.
• Private Air Cargo Complexes: Owned and operated by private companies specializing
in air cargo logistics.
Spicialized complexes

• Hazardous Materials Handling Complexes: Equipped to handle and store hazardous

materials according to strict safety regulations.
• Pharma Logistics Complexes: Specifically designed to cater to the storage and
transportation needs of pharmaceutical products, often requiring strict temperature
controls and compliance with regulatory standards.
Technological interaction

Advanced Technological Complexes: Incorporating advanced technologies such as RFID

tracking, automated sorting systems, and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency
and cargo visibility.

Each classification provides insights into the diverse nature of air cargo complexes and
their role in facilitating global trade and logistics.
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