Air Freight Glossary

A glossary of words and their definitions used in the air freight industry

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There are currently 5 names in this directory beginning with the letter U.
U.S. Government Bill of Lading (GBL)
Controlled document that conveys specific terms and conditions to protect the Government interest and serves as the contract of carriag

UN number (UN)
An internationally recognized four-digit code used to identify dangerous goods.

Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credit (UCP)
Set of rules on the issuance and use of letters of credit

Unit Load Device (ULD)
Container used to load luggage, freight, and mail on wide-body aircraft and specific narrow-body aircraft.

United Nations Conference of Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
UN body responsible for dealing with development issues, particularly international trade