Safe cargo for every flight

Materializing ambitions

Industry value

Redefining air cargo containers

In the fast-evolving aerospace sector, Twaron® is setting new standards for air cargo containers and Unit Load Devices (ULDs). As air freight demands lighter, safer, and more sustainable solutions, Twaron® delivers superior performance. Together with industry partners, we enhance the durability and environmental impact of both air cargo containers (enclosed units) and ULDs (which include both containers and pallets). 

Partnership

Innovating air cargo with trusted, long-term industry collaborations.

Expertise

Delivering reliable air cargo solutions with specialized knowledge.

Sustainability

Creating value with eco-friendly, circular aramid solutions.

Solutions

Optimizing Air Cargo Containers with Twaron®

Containers made with Twaron®-reinforced panels offer superior benefits for the air cargo industry. These containers, which are a type of Unit Loading Device (ULD), are lighter than aluminum, reducing weight and fuel consumption. Their superior toughness extends the lifespan of the containers, enhancing fleet durability. Additionally, aramid-reinforced container panels also ensure the safe transport of high-risk cargo, such as batteries, thereby elevating safety standards in air freight.

Product value

Enhancing ULDs with Twaron®

Twaron® enhances Unit Load Devices (ULDs) with high-performance para-aramid fiber, creating lighter, stronger, and flame-retardant Macrolite panels. This innovation reduces fuel costs and lowers environmental impact. Airlines benefit from improved performance and the secure transport of high-risk cargo, such as lithium batteries, which have the potential to ignite during transit.

Flame retardant

Twaron® fibers provide exceptional flame retardancy for air cargo containers.

Lightweight

Twaron® reduces ULD weight, cutting fuel use and boosting air cargo capacity.

Recyclable

Twaron® is recyclable, reducing waste and supporting a circular economy.

Impact-resistant

The impact resistance of Twaron® extends ULD lifespan and reliability.

Sustainability

Sustainable air freight containers with Twaron®

​Twaron® supports sustainability in the aerospace industry by enabling the recycling of aramid-reinforced panels from air freight containers at end-of-life. Our partnership with Mallinda advances these efforts, focusing on innovative composite material recycling.

Our expertise

Certification process support

We actively participate in standardization discussions and support the certification process. We leverage our extensive knowledge to help container builders meet regulatory requirements and ensure safer, more efficient air cargo operations. Our involvement in setting industry standards and working with aviation authorities ensures that our Twaron®-reinforced solutions lead the way in safety and reliability.

Expert

Ben Rolink

Senior R&D Scientist

Ben Rolink

Senior R&D Scientist

"My passion is connecting stakeholders and translating identified needs into practical solutions. I contribute to enhancing safety standards in the aerospace industry with one goal: Helping to ensure safe and reliable flights."

 

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