ACL Airshop, Kalitta Air renew ULD partnership

ACL Airshop and Kalitta Air have renewed their long-standing Unit Load Device (ULD) Supply & Management Agreement for another five years, extending a partnership focused on strengthening cargo operations through enhanced fleet management and digitalisation.

Under the renewed agreement, ACL Airshop will continue to provide end-to-end ULD supply and management services for Kalitta Air's global cargo network. The services include fleet control, repair and maintenance, net replacement, global logistics, digital tracking, analytics, customer support, reporting, and operational expertise throughout the ULD lifecycle.

As part of the new five-year term, ACL Airshop will progressively modernise and digitise Kalitta Air's ULD fleet. The initiative is aimed at improving visibility across the airline's worldwide operations while extending the lifespan of its ULD assets through proactive maintenance and lifecycle management.

The renewal builds on the companies' long-standing collaboration and reflects a shared commitment to improving operational efficiency, reliability, and digital innovation in air cargo operations.

ACL Airshop said its experience in supporting all-cargo, ACMI, charter, and ad-hoc airline operations has enabled it to develop specialised expertise in meeting the demands of freighter networks. The company added that the renewed agreement with Kalitta Air underscores its continued role in providing flexible and reliable ULD solutions for global cargo carriers.

Arthur Jamison, Assistant Director, OCC, Ground Kalitta Air, said, “Strong partnerships are the foundation of a successful global cargo operation, and our renewed agreement with ACL Airshop reinforces that commitment. Together, we've built a long relationship based on trust, performance, and a shared focus on delivering reliable solutions for our customers.”

“We've grown together, adapted to a changing industry, and continued to find new ways to advance their ULD operations. We're excited to build on that partnership for many years to come,” said Wes Tucker, COO, ACL Airshop.

ACL Airshop is a global provider of Unit Load Device (ULD) solutions, offering services including fleet management, leasing, repair, logistics, manufacturing, and digital tracking. Operating through a network of more than 200 locations worldwide, the company supports airlines with end-to-end ULD solutions designed to improve fleet utilisation through technology, operational expertise, and lifecycle management.

Meanwhile, Kalitta Air, based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is among the world's leading all-cargo airlines, operating a modern fleet of Boeing 747 and Boeing 777 freighters. The carrier offers a range of services, including scheduled cargo operations, ACMI and charter flights, government logistics support, humanitarian missions, and the transportation of oversized cargo across its global network.