# ULD Temperature Monitoring

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> When a pharmaceutical shipment arrives and the shipper must prove that the cold chain was never broken, ULD temperature monitoring provides the evidence.

When a pharmaceutical shipment arrives and the shipper must prove that the cold chain was never broken, ULD temperature monitoring provides the evidence. The system uses electronic sensors installed inside Unit Load Devices to record thermal conditions continuously throughout the flight and ground handling phases. Modern setups transmit readings in real time via IoT connectivity to cloud platforms, triggering alerts if preset thresholds are exceeded. For temperature-sensitive cargo – pharmaceuticals, fresh produce, biological specimens – this continuous log is both an operational safeguard and a regulatory requirement. IATA has published dedicated guidelines for the air transport of pharmaceutical products that define handling and monitoring standards.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | ULD Temperature Monitoring |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 105 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/ |

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