Cargo typically falls under one of two categories: loose or unitised.
Loose cargo is a single item that can be placed directly onto the best available space on an aircraft.
Unitised cargo refers to a group of items that are shipped together. Typically, this type of cargo is packed together on a pallet or inside a container before being placed on board.
For both loose and unitised shipments, our simple speed and pricing structure means it’s easy to find an ideal service to suit your needs.
One of the world’s largest wide-body fleets
Over 15,000 flights a week to over 350 destinations
Specific collection times for your freight and documents at the time of booking
Booking Window: Up to 14 days before STD
Freight and Document Cut Off: Perform Unitised: 2-4 hours before STD* | Perform Loose: 3-6 hours before STD*
Freight Availability: Perform Unitised: 2-4 hours after ATA* | Perform Loose: 3-6 hours after ATA*
Document Availability: Perform Unitised: 2-4 hours after ATA* | Perform Loose: 2 hours after ATA*
Connection Times:
Perform Unitised: LHR: Minimum 5 hours** | LGW: Minimum 5 hours** | MAD: Minimum 8 hours** | BCN: Minimum 8 Hours**
Perform Loose: LHR: 720 minutes** | LGW: 720 minutes** | MAD: 720 minutes** | BCN: 720 minutes**
Please refer to local teams for network stations.*
Weight and Volume Limits: Operating aircraft limits apply.
Booking Restrictions: No Radioactive on BA services. No Munitions of War allowed on any service.
Recovery Promise: In the unlikely event that your cargo does not fly as booked we will notify you within 4 hours of ATD. We then ensure your cargo arrives at its destination within 48 hours of the original STA.
Track and Trace Availability: Track the status of your cargo here.
Allocations Accepted: Block Space Agreements, Capacity Purchase Agreements and Permanent Bookings available.
Special Handling Code: Perform Unitised: BUP
Whether your business is big or small, you’re shipping lots or a little, we ensure your products reach your customers.
Get your cargo there fast with Prioritise – our reliable express service offers fast cut-off and delivery times for all unitised and loose cargo.
