The Rail Coach factory, Kapurthala has designed a double-decker coach for the Indian Railways on the lines of the belly freight concept which would be rolled out this month. The coach will have 46 seats on the executive upper deck which would have a pantry and toilets while the lower deck will be able to store up to six tons of cargo.
What is belly cargo concept?
Belly cargo is freight that is stored under the main deck of an airplane. Sometimes it can also refer to freight that is being shipped by a vessel that is stored in the holds of the ship.
When is shipping via belly freight a suitable option?
The nature of goods and the consignment's weight and measurements are key parameters. Tech preconditions of the aircraft are limitations for both - for eg. height of a passenger aircraft's lower deck limit the maximum height of cargo pieces.
Other limitations
Security standards and security checks in passenger aviation are higher than for cargo only aviation. That includes limitations as to which types of substances are allowed on the aircraft.
During the financial year 2022-'23, the railway freight revenue leapfrogged to 1.62 lakh crores, a growth of nearly 15% over the previous year.
These trains will be rolled out based on the concept of cargo-liners and will run regularly as scheduled service on a fixed route between designated points while carrying consignments of various commodities.
Tailpiece.
Got up a trifle before 6, the chores and was ready by a half past 9. Earlier, Sajeesh had come by and given me a good haircut and massage.
Met Dr (Mrs) Sodhi to clear Lekha's discomfort. Saw her at a quarter past 10.
A quiet Tuesday.
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