China
Uni-Top Airlines Cargo Tracking
About
Uni-Top Airlines was a cargo airline based in Wuhan, China, and a fully owned subsidiary of Uni-top Industrial Corporation from Shenzhen. The establishment was started with the approval of CAAC in 2007 and the maiden flight was launched successfully in 2011. The airline ceased operations on 20 November 2019 after suffering financial difficulties.
What 699-XXXXXXXX means
Uni-Top Airlines AWB starts with airline prefix '699' followed by eight digits. The 699 prefix identifies Uni-Top Airlines as the carrier responsible for the shipment, while the 7-digit serial number provides unique identification for each shipment. The final digit is a check digit calculated as the serial number divided by 7, remainder only (mod-7). This prefix system ensures proper routing and handling through the global air cargo network.
Uni-Top Airlines live animal transport
Uni-Top Airlines transports live animals under the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR), which govern container, ventilation, and species-specific handling requirements for livestock, day-old chicks, zoo animals, household pets, and laboratory animals. Bookings require species-specific documentation and approved containers; book through the cargo team with at least 48 hours notice.
Uni-Top Airlines specialized cargo handling
The carrier demonstrated live animal transport capability, including a notable operation in 2015 transporting 24 elephant calves from Zimbabwe to China.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I track my Uni-Top Airlines cargo shipment?
- Since Uni-Top Airlines ceased operations in November 2019, tracking of legacy shipments may not be available through official channels. If you have a historical AWB number starting with 699, contact your freight forwarder for assistance with legacy shipment records.
- What does AWB prefix 699 mean?
- The 699 prefix identifies Uni-Top Airlines as the issuing carrier. The format is 699-XXXXXXXX where the first 7 digits after the prefix are the serial number and the final digit is a mod-7 check digit. For example, in AWB 699-12345675, the check digit 5 is calculated as 1234567 ÷ 7 = 176,366 remainder 5.
- Did Uni-Top Airlines carry live animals?
- Yes, on 5 July 2015 a Uni Top 747-200F was commissioned to fly 24 elephant calves from Harare International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport. This demonstrates the carrier had capability for live animals transport, though the airline is no longer operational.
- How do I book cargo with Uni-Top Airlines?
- Uni-Top Airlines ceased operations in November 2019 and is no longer accepting bookings. For cargo services to similar destinations in China, consult with your freight forwarder for alternative carrier options to Wuhan or other Chinese destinations.
Uni-Top Airlines cargo contact
- Phone
- +86-21-68358980
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