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Shipping Your Fish & Seafood
Want to get your seafood to the other side of the
world…
BWee Cargo has developed a complete air and ground network through
dedicated and improved freighters services, frequent line flights
and on - time interconnecting truck schedules. Moreover, BWIA recently
forged an alliance with the world's largest carrier, United Airlines.
This alliance gives us the opportunity to strengthen and expand
our presence and allows us to access lucrative markets more effectively
- Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver via Washington and Miami,
are just a range of destinations we offer. BWee Cargo, offers you
and your business the world of opportunities to the global market
place.
BWee Cargo would protect your reputation by delivering your shipments
to its destination in the best condition no matter the distance.
Our experience and knowledge in the handling and movement of fish
and seafood is exemplary. Because of the level of consistency we
have maintained, BWee Cargo is the preferred carrier for the exportation
fish out of the Caribbean. Twice weekly we move approximately 150,000
tonnes of fish to Miami and as far Los Angeles and beyond.
Requirements for exporting your Fish and Seafood :
Transportation of Fresh Chilled Fish on BWIA Bulk Load Aircraft- B737 , DH-8
The following list details the minimum packaging requirements for the transport of chilled fish on all BWIA aircraft:
Containers /Boxes
- Styrofoam boxes with a minimum density of one pound per cubic foot
OR
- Insulated, wax impregnated fibreboard outer containers with leak proof corners
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
Inspection
At time of tender all shipments will be inspected to verify compliance
with packaging requirements and for sign of damage. Shipments will
be refused if found wet, leaking or emitting strong odors.
Reserving Air Transport
Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Contact
BWee Cargo Customer Service Department providing the following information
:
- date you plan to forward shipment
- number of pieces and gross weight of shipment
- type of product ( live, fresh, frozen )
- destination
Our Customer Service Department will provide you with transportation
rates, flight frequencies and any other information you may need.
Required documents for exporting
- license from Ministry of Agriculture
- shipping bill
- proper I.D. or D.P.
For more information on Shipping your Fish and Seafood , contact your
local BWee Cargo office.
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