The agreement means Unilode will provide American Airlines with full ULD management services, leverage its repair network and supply its cutting-edge digital technology.
Unilode will equip American Airlines’ ULD fleet with its Bluetooth and Lora-enabled tracking technology for asset visibility, location tracking and to monitor the condition of ULDs.
Digital solutions including the in-house developed eULD app and customer portal will enhance accessibility and transparency of ULD management.
The applications complement Unilode’s tag and reader network, which will enable American Airlines and its partners to monitor ULD status, track assets, maximise ULD utilisation and optimise decision-making with real-time data insights.
Greg Schwendinger, President of American Airlines Cargo, says, “Unilode’s expertise in ULD management and digital tracking technology will play a crucial role in modernising our operations and ensuring the highest level of reliability and service.”
American Airlines will gain access to Unilode’s ULD MRO services across its US and global repair network.
Unilode will expand its Americas Customer Success team to support American Airlines’ operations.
Planning and positioning of ULD assets will be managed from Unilode’s Operations Control Center in Bangkok to optimise resource allocation and support real-time decision-making.
Ross Marino, CEO of Unilode Aviation Solutions, says, “Our digital tracking capabilities and expertise in ULD management will bring significant benefits to American Airlines’ cargo and passenger operations, and we look forward to a successful collaboration for many years to come.”