Cargolux bans transport of disposable e-cigarettes
Move in response to growing concern about the adverse effects of these products on public health and environment
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Cargolux has decided to ban the transport of disposable electronic cigarettes on all its flights, including those operated by Cargolux Italia.
The measure comes in response to growing concern about the adverse effects of these products on public health and the environment, says an official release.
"Disposable e-cigarettes pose a significant risk to human health, particularly for younger generations, given their targeted marketing with attractive flavours. Additionally, these devices contain lithium batteries, which, as they are not recyclable, become an environmental risk if not properly disposed of. Several countries have already imposed bans on these products in their territories."
Richard Forson, President and CEO, Cargolux says: “The ban on transporting disposable electronic cigarettes reflects Cargolux’s commitment to the environment and public health and safety. With this action, we hope to contribute to reducing the availability of these products on the market. As a responsible corporate citizen, Cargolux aims for this initiative to encourage other logistics operators to adopt similar measures."
Disposable e-cigarettes now join an expanding list of items that Cargolux refuses to transport on routes across its global network for ethical reasons, the release added.
Cargolux, based in Luxembourg, operates a fleet of 30 Boeing 747-8 freighters and Boeing 747-400 freighters.
