Four decades of custom ULD solutions

ACL Airshop, a key player in the air cargo Unit Load Device (ULD) logistics sector, has been serving the industry for 40 years. In this time, ACL Airshop has established a reputation as a leading worldwide “one-stop shop” for leasing, sales, repair and fleet control of ULDs. As well, the Greenville, South Carolina-based operation has developed cargo control products manufacturing for the aviation industry.

A technology-enabled worldwide provider of ULDs, cargo control and airfreight products and logistics services for the aviation industry, ACL Airshop offers a range of unique products with challenges coming at you every day. However, at ACL Airshop, we have the expertise, resources, and global network to excel in this demanding environment round-the-clock, every day of the year. Moreover, our expanding portfolio of long-term ULD management contracts further elevates our corporate prowess, propelling us to a whole new level of strength in the industry.”

One of the main services offered by the company is shortterm ULD rentals and leasing for airlines’ cargo products requirements. Custom ULD solutions include one-way leasing and convenient drop-offs. Additionally, in recent years, the company has developed a growing portfolio of multi-year ULD management and logistics contracts with various air carriers.

This has led to the company maintaining the largest independent inventory of lease-ready ULD assets in the industry for short-term solutions as well as a growing array of longer-term ULD management contracts.

The company’s strategic intent is to maintain market leadership in short-term solutions while expanding the recurring long-term revenues in fleet contracts.

Tucker explains: “Feedback from our Voice of the Customer surveys affirms that ACL Airshop is on the right path, being highly attentive and responsive to our customers’ needs. Our goal is to become the Partner of Choice for customers who recognise the unique value we bring to their business through our distinctive approach. Additionally, we aspire to be the Employer of Choice for individuals who share our zeal for the air cargo and aviation logistics industry, attracting and retaining top talent who are passionate about this field.”

Digital-driven

Other recent innovations in its ULD tracking solutions by the company include the FindMyULD app and the implementation of COREInsight’s Bluetooth logistics technology.

to numerous leading passenger and airfreight carriers.

ACL Airshop currently has control of more than 60,000 ULDs owned, maintained or leased. These include airfreight pallets and containers. It operates from more than 50 airport hub locations across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America.

Wes Tucker, ACL Airshop’s COO / Executive Vice President, says: “The power of success is infectious. Especially, when companies are thriving and have teams of knowledgeable experts to cater to their customers’ needs, it becomes a magnet for attracting more business. Our company is fortunate to have exceptional individuals and a robust business model. As we approach our 40th anniversary in 2023, we take pride in continually refining our service model to deliver excellence to the industry”.

Custom ULD solutions

Tucker, mentions to Air Cargo Week: “It is wildly unpredictable,

With a COREInsight-tagged ULD, supplemented with a suite of web-basedreports, a carrier can visually update systems regarding allocation of the ULD as well as the shipments carried within the unit. This allows, in real-time, oversight of the location of ULDs.

Tucker recalls “In 2017, we made a deliberate decision to dive head-first into ULD Bluetooth tracking and tracing, making us the first in the market to do so. Building on our existing proprietary ULD Control system, we further developed the FindMyULD App. We understand that to be a true market leader, it is crucial to be at the forefront of technology as well. Today, our Digital Suite is exceptional, and we continue to make incremental improvements year after year, constantly investing to stay ahead in this ever-evolving landscape”.