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What does ULD (unit load device) mean in logistics?

Short answer

A pallet or container shaped to fit an aircraft’s hold, used to load many packages as one unit onto the plane.

Airlines and ground handlers at Indian airports build up ULDs from forwarder cargo. Piece size and contour limits of ULDs decide what fits in belly or freighter holds. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. How we count

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Also called
ULD, air pallet, air container
Category
Air, sea & rail
Related terms
Belly cargo, Freighter aircraft, Air waybill (AWB), Chargeable weight

Sources

  1. SSL logistics glossary

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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