Air France KLM Martinair Cargo partners with SkyCell for ULD tracking
SkyCell to deploy state-of-the-art, built-for-purpose IoTs across Air France KLM Martinair Cargo’s entire ULD fleet
Adriaan den Heijer, EVP, Air France KLM Cargo and Managing Director, Martinair
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has selected SkyCell, a technology company engaged in transforming the pharmaceutical supply chain, as its preferred unit load device (ULD) tracking partner.
The partnership will see SkyCell deploy its state-of-the-art, built-for-purpose IoTs across Air France KLM Martinair Cargo’s entire ULD fleet, providing the airline group with real-time visibility into its ULD operations on the SkyMind platform and driving significant operational and cost efficiencies, says an official release.
"With SkyMind, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo will gain complete control over ULD operations, mitigating the extensive manual efforts historically associated with tracing and tracking, leading to substantial time and cost savings as well as boosting operational efficiency."
SkyMind utilises advanced readers and tags to provide airlines with real-time visibility into their entire ULD fleet, the release added.
“We’ve decided to invest in the latest asset tracking technology with SkyCell," says Adriaan den Heijer, EVP, Air France-KLM Cargo and Managing Director, Martinair. "A new technology solution called SkyMind has been developed. Implementing state-of-the-art tracking devices to locate our ULDs will not only enable us to track our assets but will also significantly enhance our operational quality. Real-time ULD tracking will enable us to address the issue of ULD losses whether by ground handling partners or our valued customers, and will ensure seamless movement of cargo. With improved ULD management, we can optimise our operations and deliver exceptional service to our air cargo industry partners.”
Nico Ros, CTO and Co-Founder, SkyCell adds: “We’re excited about our partnership with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo as we establish a new standard in technology for air cargo’s ULD management. This achievement is made possible through our close cooperation with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and the integration of SkyMind, our IoT-driven visibility platform with specialised ULD management. The partnership marks a major transformation in the airline industry towards automation with a strong focus on efficient ULD management, streamlined dispositioning and improved asset utilisation.”
SkyCell is the number three player globally in temperature-controlled air freight solutions in a growing market estimated to double to $5.5 billion by 2030, the release added.
