The partnership, which has won two IATA innovation awards, has advanced IoT-enabled aviation logistics and introduced enhanced in-flight tracking capabilities.
Unilode, which has over 172,000 digitally enabled ULDs, has transformed the supply chain thanks to OnAsset’s Sentinel tracking devices and global network of Sentry gateways installed at airports.
The partnership has facilitated real-time visibility and sensor data capture during all phases of ULD handling including a ULD reader network, maintenance and repair, warehousing, ground operations and in-flight.
The digital backbone was built using global standards to provide interoperability, which both parties intend to grow by introducing a range of digital solutions for galley carts, cargo and cold chain shipments, ground support equipment, digital warehousing, industry status messaging and digital transaction automation.
Ross Marino, CEO of Unilode says the two parties will continue to revolutionise which ULDs are managed, adding that Unilode is introducing its new tag and reader hardware, which will vastly improve tag longevity and performance.
He says, “By understanding the ULD journey and our customers' needs we are developing the digital technology that will provide us with data that enhances track and trace capability, thus reducing lost and unreported ULDs. This technology alongside our internal systems, will also enable us to explore sensory data opportunities and integration with industry and customer systems.”
Bas Vermeer, Chief Information Officer of Unilode, adds, “OnAsset is further innovating our tag and reader network capabilities of the key building blocks of our value delivery proposition for our customers. Together with our e-ULD mobile app OnAsset’s advanced reader and tech infrastructure enable our customers to enhance day-to-day ULD handling processes, significantly reducing turnaround times of ULDs.”
Adam Crossno, CEO of OnAsset, says, “Unilode has a truly innovative mindset that permeates every aspect of their business, and our joint digital innovation roadmap is the most impressive and exciting I’ve seen in my 20-plus years in this business.”