Large items, light in weight are usually charged according to the space they take up on an aircraft. Shipment cost for such items/consignments are calculated by their volumetric weight, or dimensional weight. The formula below is used for calculating volumetric weights.
| Calculation of Volumetric Weight |
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1 / Commodity - C1024 |
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Example |
Dimensions in centimetres (47 x 41 x 37) 80 pieces
47 x 41 x 37 x 80
----------------------- = 815 kilograms
7000 |
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| Calculation of Volumetric Weight |
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2 / Commodity - C1401 |
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Example |
Dimensions in centimetres (100 x 45 x 40) 56 pieces
100 x 45 x 40 x 56
------------------------- = 1440.0 kilograms
7000 |
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| Calculation of Volumetric Weight |
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3 / All Other Cargo
(except C1024 & C1401) |
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Example |
Dimensions in centimetres (60 x 42 x 37) 60 pieces
60 x 42 x 37 x 60
------------------------- = 932.5 kilograms
6000 |
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Commodity C1024 – Live fish
Commodity C1401 – Cut foliage and live plants |
