Jettainer unveiled that Lufthansa Cargo is the launch customer of its new IoT-based ULD tracking solution, at IATA’s recent World Cargo Symposium in Lima, Peru. No great surprise given the relationship between the two companies and their shared background. Hailed as a milestone in innovation and digital leadership, this means that Lufthansa Cargo’s entire ULD fleet will now be rolled out with the technology. Implementation has already begun though the release does not say how large the ULD fleet is, nor by when the solution will be fully operational. Once live, the new IoT tracking solution will show ULD movements in real-time, across Lufthansa Cargo’s global network. It works using a combination of stationary and mobile readers and thus offers continuous tracking, even at locations that do not have much of a technical infrastructure. “The system significantly reduces blind spots and creates reliable transparency throughout the entire ULD supply chain,” the release states. With IoT tracking, carriers always know exactly where their ULDs are and for how long. They are therefore in a better position to react if it is not moving as planned and have greater insights into potential weak spots. Missing items can be found more quickly and the airline generally has better control over its operations and performance.
Jettainer carries out Lufthansa Cargo’s complete ULD management from steering to positioning, maintenance and repair.
Oliver von Götz, VP Global Fulfillment Management at Lufthansa Cargo, emphasized: “Digital transparency is a key success factor in today’s air cargo industry. By partnering with Jettainer on the rollout of next generation IoT tracking, we are enhancing visibility across our ULD fleet and further improving reliability, efficiency and quality for our customers worldwide.”
Dr Jan Wilhelm Breithaupt, CEO of Jettainer, stated: “Lufthansa Cargo acting as the launch customer for our next generation IoT tracking solution marks a significant milestone for Jettainer. Managing a ULD fleet of this scale requires maximum transparency, reliable data, and intelligent steering. Together, we are setting a new standard for digital ULD management and strengthening operational control across the global network.”
