Only fire resistant containers for Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways Cargo is the first cargo carrier to adopt Safran Cabin’s new fire resistant containers (FRC). Over the next five years, the Doha-based cargo airline will replace its entire fleet of over 10,000 ULDs (70% already in 2022) with this unique container design.
The decision to invest in the FRC stems from the airline’s vested interest in preventing safety issues related to the increasing risk posed by lithium battery shipments: a concern that chief officer cargo Guillaume Halleux raised in a key note presentation to the air cargo industry at the last Iata’s World Cargo Symposium.
Pascal Piveteau, Safran Cabin EVP cargo & catering: "We are delighted to bring this innovation to the market together with one of our key partners for pallets and container solutions for more than 15 years." (ah)