AirTainer
Lower emissions. No operational trade-offs.
Formerly Swiss Airtainer, the AirTainer RKN reduces carbon impact without requiring changes to how you ship. As the only active RKN with integrated solar panels, and with a market‑leading tare weight of just 390 kg, it enables higher payloads, fewer shipments, and significantly lower CO₂ emissions - helping meet Scope 3 targets while maintaining cold chain performance.
- Payload
- 1 EU or US Pallets
- Temperature
- 4ºC – 25ºC
- Autonomy
- 70 h
Sizes
AirTainer RKN (Swiss Airtainer)
The AirTainer RKN is a 1 pallet sized container with an active temperature control system. With an ultra-light tare weight, AirTainer is the most sustainable choice while delivering reliable protection for sensitive pharmaceuticals.
Services
Our comprehensive services support you from planning to delivery, enabling you to optimize your supply chain and ship your pharmaceuticals with confidence.
Qualification Support
Reduce qualification lead times and reach the market earlier with our Qualification Support Package. Our experienced team help you to simplify the qualification process, so that you can get life-saving treatments to patients faster.
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Shipment Reports
Our advanced shipment data goes beyond simply tracking temperatures—it provides comprehensive oversight of your cargo from start to finish. With greater visibility of your shipment, you can identify any weak points in your cold chain and optimize your logistics.
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CO2 Calculations
We help you to calculate your CO2 emissions all the way down to each individual vial. By using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data and a detailed CO2 calculation tool, we can find the best solution for your shipment and reduce your emissions.
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Preconditioning Service
Order your solution to arrive pre-cooled to the temperature range required for your shipment, eliminating the need for manual work. Accelerate your shipment preparation, while reducing the time, cost, and resources needed compared to preconditioning on-site.
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Leading the way in sustainable cold chain logistics
AirTainer combines advanced performance with a deep commitment to sustainability. Its ultra-lightweight design and high payload efficiency maximises the space in the container, reducing the number of shipments and cutting overall CO₂ emissions. With up to 70 hours of battery autonomy - extendable through integrated solar panels - it supports transatlantic shipments, even in challenging conditions. Precise temperature control and redundancy in critical systems ensure product integrity throughout the journey, while real-time tracking via our Live Monitoring service* provides full visibility and peace of mind. AirTainer empowers your supply chain to meet ambitious ESG goals while delivering reliable protection for sensitive pharmaceuticals.
*Live Monitoring service available from 2026
Three reasons to choose AirTainer
Lowest CO₂ footprint in its class
~40% lower emissions vs competing solutions on transatlantic lanes
Higher payload efficiency per shipment
390 kg tare weight and increased payload capacity, reduces cost and emissions per unit shipped
Energy support where it matters
Integrated solar panels extend battery life during ground handling where needed
| Variant | External Dimension [LxWxH] | Internal Space [LxWxH] | Temperature [°C] | Payload | Autonomy [h] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 x 1534 x 1622 mm | 1378 x 1310 x 1328 mm | 4ºC – 25ºC | 1 EU or US Pallets | 70 h |
Get in touch
We are here to support you 24/7 with our global customer service. For non-urgent inquiries, please email us at support@envirotainer.com or for urgent issues, call our Operations Center.
