Extras are a core concept in Orbit that ensures compatibility between Tours and assigned Carriers, Vehicles, and Drivers. They represent specific requirements, capabilities, or features that must be matched for successful transport operations.
The Extras system helps validate and enforce requirements across different entities in the transport chain. For example, if a shipment requires refrigerated transport, it will only match with vehicles that have the "Refrigerated" extra capability.
Extras are organised into distinct categories based on the entity they apply to. All Extras can always be applied to Tours. Note: Extra names are localized and will display in your Orbit app's selected language.
| Extra | Description |
|---|---|
Liftgate |
Vehicle equipped with a lifting platform |
Sideloading |
Capable of side loading operations |
Forklift |
Equipped with forklift capability |
RigidBox |
Has a rigid box body type |
NeutralVehicle |
Unmarked/neutral branded vehicle |
RampLoadable |
Can be loaded via ramp |
LoadingCrane |
Equipped with loading crane |
Refrigerated |
Temperature-controlled cargo area |
Sealable |
Cargo area can be sealed |
| Extra | Description |
|---|---|
CarrierADR |
Licensed for dangerous goods transport |
Waste53 |
Licensed for waste transport type 53 |
Waste54 |
Licensed for waste transport type 54 |
HACCP |
Compliant with HACCP food safety standards |
AEO |
Authorized Economic Operator status |
RegB |
Regulation B certified |
AuthorizedCarrier |
Officially authorized carrier status |
| Extra | Description |
|---|---|
CarrierUserADR |
Driver certified for dangerous goods |
ForkliftLicense |
Licensed to operate forklifts |
UKSuitable |
Qualified for UK operations |
ACME Restaurant Group in Paris requires temperature-controlled vehicles for their food deliveries. Their Tour requirements automatically include the Refrigerated Extra, ensuring their deliveries maintain proper temperature throughout transit.
Orion Industries in Berlin handles dangerous goods transport. Their Tour requires both a CarrierADR Extra for the transport company and a CarrierUserADR Extra for the driver, ensuring full compliance with safety regulations.
For developers working with Extras through the API, please refer to our API Reference for detailed implementation guidelines and endpoints.