WFS to roll out CIND Dimensioner after Copenhagen trial

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, plans to roll out CIND’s Dimensioner in Motion System across its Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia (EMEAA) region after completing a successful Proof of Concept trial at its cargo terminal in Copenhagen Airport. CIND is a Sweden-based technology company providing automated, vision-based measurement and data solutions for the air cargo industry.

The 15-week operational trial assessed CIND’s vision-based measurement system for palletised cargo in live conditions. Following the successful evaluation, WFS intends to deploy the system at multiple locations, with the next five stations identified as Amsterdam Schiphol, Arlanda Stockholm, Barcelona, Liège and Paris Charles de Gaulle.

CIND’s Dimensioner in Motion uses stereo vision cameras, artificial intelligence and algorithms to automatically capture dimensions and visual data. The system measures both standard and non-standard pallets while they are in motion, including when moved by forklift, conveyor or automated guided vehicle. It provides measurements that comply with international standards, with an accuracy of plus or minus two centimetres, supporting accurate invoicing and aircraft space utilisation.

According to WFS, volume calculations are completed in under two seconds. In high-volume and high-speed cargo handling environments, the company expects the system to support the processing of up to 500 pallets per hour.

Jimi Daniel Hansen, senior vice-president operational excellence at WFS, said the system offers greater speed, accuracy and reliability compared with manual measurement and will improve overall cargo flow. He added that it provides structured data reports at individual measurement and shipment level, photo evidence of measurements, and stackability analysis based on pallet geometry.

The rollout of the Dimensioner in Motion follows earlier digitisation initiatives between WFS and CIND and supports WFS’ wider strategy to introduce automation and digital technologies across its combined WFS and SATS network of 225 stations in 27 countries.

Marcus Schelin, chief executive of CIND AB, said the two companies have worked closely for many years to develop solutions that meet the operational requirements of air cargo handling. He said the deployment of Dimensioner in Motion represents another step in advancing automated data collection and air cargo acceptance.

In 2024, WFS became the first air cargo handler to implement CIND’s ContourCheck 3D modelling software. The system provides airline customers with digital reports and images for each prepared flight and is used to support operational productivity, safety, compliance and build-up training at WFS cargo stations in Europe.