PANCO member UNITEX LOGISTICS in China & Hong Kong coordinated the transport of a CFM56 aircraft engine from Melbourne to Chengdu. Valued at approximately US$9 million and weighing 4,605 kg, the shipment used multi-leg airfreight, integrated customs clearance and dedicated securing measures. Delivery was completed on time and without damage.
UNITEX LOGISTICS, PANCO member in China & Hong Kong, recently coordinated the transport of a CFM56 aircraft engine from Melbourne, Australia, to Chengdu, China, handling a shipment valued at approximately US$9 million and weighing 4,605 kg.
Although designed to operate at cruising altitude, CFM56 engines require highly controlled handling on the ground due to their sensitivity to vibration, tilt and humidity. The operation involved a multi-leg airfreight solution with international-to-domestic connections, supported by integrated customs clearance and close coordination across each stage of the transport chain.
To protect the engine throughout the journey, UNITEX LOGISTICS implemented a dedicated securing plan using 14 high-tensile straps, anti-slip padding and four anchor chains. The shipment was transported using CFM56-compliant tie-down methods and air-ride suspension equipment, helping maintain stability during ground handling and inland movements.
The project was overseen on site from start to finish, ensuring the engine remained protected throughout transit. The result was an on-time delivery completed without damage while meeting the handling requirements of this high-value aviation cargo.
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- Company
- UNITEX LOGISTICS
- Country
- China & Hong Kong
- Network
- PANCO
- Route
- Melbourne, Australia, to Chengdu, China
- Cargo
- CFM56 aircraft engine weighing 4,605 kg and valued at approximately US$9 million
- Outcome
- Delivered on time and without damage
Fast facts
What did UNITEX LOGISTICS transport from Melbourne to Chengdu?
UNITEX LOGISTICS coordinated the transport of a CFM56 aircraft engine weighing 4,605 kg and valued at approximately US$9 million.
How was the engine shipment routed?
The operation used multi-leg airfreight with international-to-domestic connections, supported by integrated customs clearance.
Why did the CFM56 engine require controlled handling?
The engine required highly controlled ground handling because of its sensitivity to vibration, tilt and humidity.
What measures were used to protect the engine?
UNITEX LOGISTICS used 14 high-tensile straps, anti-slip padding, four anchor chains, CFM56-compliant tie-down methods and air-ride suspension equipment. The project also received on-site oversight from start to finish.
What was the outcome of the shipment?
The engine was delivered on time and without damage, while meeting the handling requirements of the aviation cargo.
