Silk Way West Airlines expands ULD agreement with ACL Airshop
A focal point of the partnership is the introduction of bluetooth innovation for real-time ULD tracking
(From left): Steve Townes, President and CEO, ACL Airshop and Vugar Mammadov, Vice-President, CIS and Central Asia, Silk Way West Airlines
Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, announced the extension of its collaboration with ACL Airshop, the leading worldwide unit load device (ULD) provider.
Silk Way West Airlines will continue to streamline its cargo-handling processes, ensuring quicker turnaround and transit times for shipments while ACL Airshop will provide cutting-edge ULD solutions, leveraging technology to enhance cargo protection, tracking, and overall supply chain visibility, says a release from Silk Way West Airlines.
"The partnership emphasises an ongoing commitment to environmentally sustainable practices and will feature joint initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and promote eco-friendly solutions within the air cargo industry. In addition to ULDs, the partnership extends to the provision of innovative logistical management and state-of-the-art technologies, promising accelerated services, streamlined logistics, and substantial cost savings."
A focal point of the partnership is the introduction of bluetooth innovation for real-time ULD tracking, the release added.
"This strategic collaboration with ACL Airshop is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional service and value to our customers," says Vugar Mammadov, Vice-President CIS and Central Asia, Silk Way West Airlines. "By combining our strengths, we aim to set a new benchmark in air freight logistics and contribute to the growth of the global cargo industry."
Steve Townes, President and CEO, ACL Airshop adds: "We are excited about the opportunities that this strategic partnership brings. Together with Silk Way West Airlines, we will drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and create a more sustainable and resilient air cargo ecosystem."
Maurice van Terheijden, Managing Director, EMEA, ACL Airshop says: “Both companies Silk Way West Airlines and ACL Airshop boast cultures of exceptional performance, making it an honour for us to evolve in tandem with our partner.”
Founded in 2012 in Baku, Silk Way West Airlines operates via its fleet of 14 dedicated Boeing 777F, 747-8F and 747-400F aircraft based at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. The airline's annual cargo turnover exceeds 500,000 tonnes.
ACL Airshop works with approximately 200 airlines across more than 50 airports spanning six continents.
