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Smart ULD

IATA Competition Law Compliance

Chairman’s Opening Remarks

Bob RogersSenior Advisor

Nordisk Aviation Products

SmartULDModerator:BobRogers

SeniorAdvisorNordiskAviationProductsa.s

Itallstartshere…

Original Lockheed photo, courtesy of Martin Bleasdale/freighterdata.aerocollection

EvolutionofCargoloading

Evolutionofaircraft

Evolutionofaircraftholds

Safety Requirements for ULD Operations –

Managing the Human Factor

Joseph P. JensenManager, ULD Control Group

Delta Airlines

Safety Requirements for ULD Operations– Managing the Human Factor

Guest Speaker: Joseph P JensenULD Control Group- Delta Air Lines

11th Annual World Cargo Symposium15 March 2017 / 14:15 – 14:30

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.Managing the Human Factor13

Why are ULDs important to us?

ULDs are valuable for many reasons

ü Speeds up the loading and unloading processes

ü Allows cargo/mail to be built off airport

ü Restrains items while onboard the aircraft

ü Provides some fire protection

ü Lowers employee injuries compared to bulk loading

ü Protects the contents from weather (containers)

ü They make really cool off airport tiny homes

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.

Why are we here?

Managing the Human Factor14

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.

Safety

Managing the Human Factor15

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.Managing the Human Factor16

We as leaders need to promote ULD safety

Our expectations

ü Support the continued airworthiness of ULDs

ü Enforce proper buildup processes to ensure safe aircraft operations

ü Mandate only airworthy ULDs can be loaded onto an aircraft

ü Ensure aircraft departure procedures comply with all weight and balance requirements

ü Continually manage the human factors and eliminate risk

ü Strive to find new technologies and automation that can remove human errors and contribute to safer aircraft operations

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.

How will we do this?

Managing the Human Factor17

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.Managing the Human Factor18

Safe ULD operations requires action

Collaboration & Innovation

ü Manufacturers, airlines, shippers, and GHAs need to all enforce IATA safety standards

ü Implementation of an industry wide ULD code of conduct

ü Participation in industry events and focus groups

ü Sharing of best practices

ü Hold our leadership and employees accountable

ü Seek out new technology to eliminate risk

DELTA AIR LINES, INC.Managing the Human Factor19

Case Study Managing Human Factors at Delta

Identify risksDevelop

sustainable programs

Measure performance

Hold parties accountable

Support with Technology

Safety Risk Assessments

Retooled manual & training

ULD MetricsDaily & Monthly reporting

Leverage existing

technology

Example

Questions?

Managing the Human Factor20

Loading the Future – Cargo Zero

Bernd SchnörwangenHead of Cargo System Integration

Airbus

Loading the futureCargo Zero

Bernd SchnörwangenHead of Cargo System Integration15 March 2017

Loading the future

What is the problem today and where are we struggling in the air cargo supply chain?

• Cargo operation hasn´t changed in the last 40years.

• Air freight still not fast enough, think about efficiency, handling charges.

Why we have to change!

• New opportunities due to transforming environment (e-freight/e-commerce; digitalization; Industry 4.0; artificial intelligence)

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Loading the future

Our vision and target.

• We would like to address:– Improvement of flexibility.– Efficient and seamless integration into the cargo supply network.– Transparency and speed due to efficient loading of belly capacity leads to customer satisfaction.

We call it “ Loading the future”.

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Loading the future

Automatization =

Key point in cargo operation of the future.

15. March 2017 Loading the future – Cargo Zero 11. World Cargo Symposium Abu Dhabi25

Copyright: AIRBUS S.A.S. 2014;Sergio FLORES/Mango

• Smart Factory• Autonomous driven trucks/loader / vehicles• Drones

Is this the future in 2030?

Loading the future – Logistic supply chain /network 2030

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Sea freight Cargo Terminal Rotterdam today

• The port of Rotterdam was a pioneer in the world with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and the first with automated terminals.

• Container loading/stacking handled by autonomous robotic cranes and computer controlled AGVs.

15. March 2017 Loading the future – Cargo Zero 11. World Cargo Symposium Abu Dhabi

Wikipedia: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Automatization in air cargo transport… how far we are and we will go?

• Robotized ground equipment/ULD build up by robot(s)

• Self driving ground handling vehicles/ autonomous driven vehicles

• Unit Load Device (ULD) contour check prior to loading of aircraft (a/c)

• Sensor network in-/outside a/c• Automatic cargo loading system on a/c• Fast / express/ priority line for cargo (short

ways)• Faster processes & shorter lead times

15. March 2017 Loading the future – Cargo Zero 11. World Cargo Symposium Abu Dhabi

Copyright Airbus

CargoZero

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• Movement of ULD by air cushion actuator.

• New ULD standard should be backward compatible with ULD AKH LD3 45".

• No manual latching of ULDs.

Automatic Cargo Loading

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• Movement of ULDs via autonomous driven vehicles.

• Standard ULD AKH LD3 45“.

Summary

• Automatization of Cargo loading processensures a safe and proper handling of ULDs in the future.

• Complete transport logistic chain/network.• Aircraft is part of the logistics network.• ULD contour check prior to a/c• Fully automated/securely cargo loading

system on a/c.

• Let´s take the chance to start a commonapproach between all involved actors in the cargo operation chain.

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Thank you

Copyright

“If you always do what you did, you will always get what you always got”.(Albert Einstein)

Can Robots Do the Job Better?Application of Robotics Technology in

ULD Operations

Juha TuominenCEO

ePiece Ltd.

Can Robots Do the Job Better? – Application of Robotics Technology in ULD Operations

CEOJuha TuominenePiece Ltd

WCS’17AbuDhabi15.3.2017

CONTENTS

§ Paradigmshiftthroughpiece-leveloperations

§ Motivation,DriversandStakeholders

§ StudiesoncargoshipmentsandULDs

§ DesignandanalysesonULDoperationsutilizingpiece-levelautomation

§ Conclusions&Future

TYPICAL CARGO HANDLING OPERATION OF TODAY

§ Missinglinkinthe(automated)baggagehandlingprocess:make-up

§ Baggagehandlingoperationsarealreadyonpiece-level

§ Automatedtracking&tracing

§ Datatransfer&integration

§ Preliminaryloadplanning

STATE-OF-THE-ART IN BAGGAGE MAKE-UP AUTOMATION

PIECE-LEVEL AUTOMATION IS A GAME CHANGER

§ Aircargoindustryissearchingforgamechangersincargooperationsthatessentiallyhaven’tchangedinageneration.

§ They’reright.TheETVwasintroducedinthe1970’s.Transfervehiclesatthesametime.SomeASRSsystemsstartedtomakeinroadsontheforkliftkingdominthe1980’s.Barcodemarkingandreadingmadetheirentriesinthe90’s...

§ That’sall25yearsagoandmore.

§ Piece-levelautomationandroboticswillbethenewreality– andverysoon.Thetechnologyisalreadyinuseinmanyotherfields...Butnotsomuchinaircargo ...

STAKEHOLDERS, DRIVERS & MOTIVATIONS

Forwarders/GHAsSLAs,QoS,tracking,monitoringetc.requirementsjeopardizecost-efficiencyandgrowth

Airlines/AirportseCommerce,securityandsafetyreq’s&resourceoptimizationsetmorepressurethroughoutthedeliverychain

Efficiency, QoS AWB & other data

Information AutomationProcesses

Competitiveness Security & Safety

Operations/GHAsStriveforserviceefficiency&excellenceRequiresaparadigmshift:operatingonpiecelevel

Efficiency Security, Costs,

HSA, (e)AWB

Trinityofpiece-leveloperationsdevelopment:

SHIPMENT & ULD STUDY, AND PIECE-LEVEL STATISTICS

§ Shipmentsweighed&measuredonpiece-levelatacceptance

§ Recordedinformationwascross-checkedwithobservationsmadeduringthemanualbuild-upprocess

§ Long-termandlargersetsofcargodatawereacquiredfromcargooperators’AWBrecordsandCMSdatabases

§ Cargodatawasprocessedandanalyzedresultinginanumberofvaluableviewpoints,correlations,chartsandstatisticsalsorefinedforutilizationinvarioussimulations

Piece weights: • 76% < 300kg• 13% 300 – 600kg• 4% 600 – 1000kg• 7% >1000kg

Capacity / person: • 10,9 tn / shift

or, on average

• ~35 pieces / h

Average weights:• ULD 2tn• Container 0,5tn• Piece ~30kg

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PIECE-LEVEL STATISTICS (CASE 1)

A sample histogram of a set of AWB (Contents) Volume Average of• Pieces (7 data bins)• ULDs (4 data bins)

• ~60% of (pallet) ULDs with average piece volume of <100 litres

• ~65% of (pallet) ULDs 5-8 m3 (e.g. LD6 & 8)

• ~32% of (pallet) ULDs need an elevating workstation for build-up

PIECE-LEVEL STATISTICS (CASE 2)

§ ~5%of(pallet)ULDshave250+pieces§ ~40%of(pallet)ULDshave90+pieces§ ~75%of(pallet)ULDshave60+pieces

§ ~10%of(pallet)ULDshave<10pieces

§ ~10%have90+pieces§ ~25%have60+pieces§ ~50%have45+pieces

§ ~10%have<10pieces

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION – CONCEPT & DESIGN

§ Harnessingthefullpotentialofpiece-levelautomationpresumesenablingitsoperationonthreeprocessphases:acceptance/break,storage/transfer andbuild-up

Ø Atbest,piece-levelprocesscollectsAWBdatawellbeforeacceptance/break;pieceID,dimensions,weightandothercharacteristicsenableefficientautomationofacargooperation

Ø Automatedtransferandstorageareimportantbuildingblocksinanautomatedpiece-leveloperation;additionallymanybenefitscanbeachievedbyadoptingseamlesstrackingandtracingtechnologies

Ø Piece-levelbenefitsculminateinbuild-upautomation - themostlabor-intensiveprocessphase

§ Wehavedevelopedpiece-levelcargohandlingsystemdesigns withroboticbuild-upworkstations

§ Modelshavebeensimulatedusingstatistically-relevantactualAWB/piece-leveldata asinput

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION DESIGN – EXAMPLE 1

§ Maximumcapacityof4 – 16ULDsor8 – 24LD-containersperhour,dependingonpieces

Ø cycletimedependse.g.onthepiecevolume-weight~15s– 30s– 45sØ planningandoptimizationcantargetpieces/h,ULDs/h,abalanceetc.

§ Abuild-upsolutionoffivesuchsystemswouldtakesome2500m2offloorspacewithayearlycapacitywellexceeding1.000.000tn

ASimulatedSetup:3robotsand4workstations

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION DESIGN – EXAMPLE 2

Capacity(example)§ 75%pieces;50%ULDs

Prerequisites§ Piece-levelacceptance§ Piece-levelstorage

Benefits§ Fasterthroughput§ Lessmanpower;safety§ Accuracyandreliability§ Trackingandtracing§ Security§ Lesshumanerrors

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION SIMULATIONS – RESULTS

Actual24-hourcargoflowatamajorcargooperationservedasinputtoallsimulations

~75%

§ (Build-up)loadplanningcouldbestartedmuchearlierthantoday’smanualoperations§ Piece-levelinformationcombinedwithflightloadingplansufficeforspaceoptimization

utilizingcomputerizedvirtualbuild-up§ Manualworkneededinbuild-upof“mixed”ULDswithlarge/heavy/exceptionalcargo

~12h

ULD outputCargo accepted X hours before STD (PAX + Freighter)

X hours before STD

Perc

ent a

ccep

ted

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION – ANALYSES & RESULTS

§ Upto80%of(pallet)ULDscanbebuilt-upautomatically

§ Virtualloadplanningwillconsiderablyincreasetheefficiency,predictability,scheduling,andoverallULDspaceoptimization(flighton-boardspaceutilization)

§ Automationonpiece-levelwillconsiderablyreducetheimpactsofallhuman-relatedfactorsthroughoutthelogisticschain

PIECE-LEVEL ULD AUTOMATION – ANALYSES & RESULTS

§ Automationingeneralistheanswer– robotsareattheirbestinbuild-up,andinsometransfer

§ Robotscandoverylittlewithoutpreciseguidelinesandabilityfordynamicprogramming–interplaywithprecedingandfollowing(cargologisticsmanagement)ITsystemsisthuscrucial

Ø Piece-levelID,dimensions,weightandspecialcharacteristicsliketypeandhandlingrulesØ ULD,contourand(on-board)loadingrules;SLAandotherregulationsØ Timeschedulesandothercargologisticschaintime-relatedfactors

§ Preliminarystudiesindicatethatcargopiecevariationrequiresasetofco-operativeautomateddevices,matchingwiththecargoflowcharacteristics– and100%automationnotbeingrealistic

PIECE-LEVEL CARGO AUTOMATION – FUTURE CHALLENGES

§ Extendingthedataexchange– anddeliveryofadvanceinformation– throughoutthecargologisticschain

ASRS,AGV,trackingandwarehouse

transferautomation

On-the-roadguidance,truck-levelscreening,yardtracking,

dockqueueandunloadschedulingtechnologies

Automatedbuild-upULDstorage&TV/AGVtransfertechnologies

Piece-leveldimensioning,tracking,security,customs,acceptance&conveying

automation

YardManagementSystem CargoManagementSystem

Build-upManagementSystem WarehouseManagementSystem

§ Automatingacceptanceproceduresforoptimalpiece-leveldatacaptureandfacility-internalroutingforbuild-up

§ CoordinatingtheinterplaywithmanualandautomatedprocessphasesforULDsbuilt-upasa“mixedset”ofskids&pieces

§ VirtualplanningofULDs§ SelectionandloadplanningoftheULDsformanualbuild-up

Integrated piece-level IT systems

Thank you for your time and attention !

CEOJuha TuominenePiece Ltd

WCS’17AbuDhabi15.3.2017

Connecting the Cargo Supply Chain Using Intelligent ULDs

Dr. Ludwig H. BertschCEO & President

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Connecting the Cargo Supply Chain Using Intelligent ULDs

Dr. Ludwig H. BertschPresident & CEO, Unilode Aviation Solutions

World Cargo SymposiumAbu Dhabi – 15 March 2017

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Our New Name

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The name Unilode was created from the first letters of ‘unit load device’, referencing the essential aviation components at the heart of our business.

isnow

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Who we are Unilode Aviation Solutions – at a glance

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We offer ULD and galley cart solutions including management,

supply, maintenance and repair

With over 25 years of aviation

industry experience

We own and manage over 100,000 airline

containers and pallets

With a network of 50 certified repair centres, 30 of which are

owned by Unilode

Completing over 420,000ULD and galley cart repairs

per year worldwide

With ULDs at more than 450

airports globally

Supported by 24/7/365 global

operations

Employing 580+aviation and supply chain professionals

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Innovation by Unilode

• WCS 2014 Los Angeles: If ULDs could talk what would you ask them?

• WCS 2015 Shanghai: Launch of CAN Track project & Innovation award

• WCS 2016 Berlin: ULD Care workshops and driving XML standard / E-UCR

• WCS 2017 Abu Dhabi: Interactive ULD and the next evolution of CAN Track

A continuing journey ...

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Interactive ULD

Smart = Capable of making adjustments that resemble those resulting from human decisions, chiefly by means of electronic sensors and computer technology

Interactive = (of a computer program or system) interacting with a human user, often in a conversational way, to obtain data or commands and to give immediate results or updated information

Smart ULDs ... Interactive ULDs ... What does it actually mean?

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But most of all ‘interactive’ means:

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BeingConnected

Unilode Aviation Solutions

The internet of aviation things

• Human beings interrogating material objects, e.g. ULDs

• ULDs communicating with cargo reservation, warehouse operations and/or load & balance systems...

• ULDs communicating with each other as well as other aviation equipment and infrastructure, e.g. tugs, buildings, locations, etc.

• ULDs communicating with the aircraft, e.g. load contents, temperature (for safety reasons and/or product assurance)

• Everything communicating with everyone and everything ... Using the technology we already all have (mobile phones, tablets etc.)

• Proactive alerting regarding all elements of the value propostion (location, temperature, shock, tampering, chain of custody, safety and security ... and much more)

Rapid advances in Information Technology have now reached a stage where we can no longer sit still and wait ...

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

The enablersWhereas technology is only the enabler it needs to be reliable, safe and compliant with regulations

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• Autonomous data collection incl. location, temperature and sensor info

• Actively collecting and sending on data from other devices

• Autonomous data collection incl. location, temperature and sensor info (5 yrs battery life)

• Actively collecting and sending on data through other devices

• Mobile apps that offer context to data that has been generated

• Alerts and exception management

• Also acting as interrogator of devices

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Reality check #1

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Reality check #2

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Reality check #2

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Why are we doing this?

We believe that everyone benefits when:

• An item is able to track its whereabouts and condition autonomously and passes this information on to a backbone where we can all see it

• The item that is being tracked is what generates the transactional supply chain information not the human being generating the transaction

• Human intervention becomes necessary only when alerts are generated as opposed to having to make sense of masses of data without an immediately obvious context

• We are all CONNECTED!

The value proposition underpinning the Internet of Aviation Things will be different between stakeholders but....

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Value proposition

• Asset management – Cycle time, Dwell time, Damage prevention and Loss

• Cargo IQ – Process optimization and data exchange

• Product assurance – Temperature monitoring, load tampering, damage prevention, chain of custody and electronic document exchange

• Safety and security – Fire detection, explosives detection

Unilode is focusing its continuing field trial activities on business case development together with its customers

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Unilode Aviation Solutions

Skin in the gameTo ensure we stay focused we need to recognize that we can only win together

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Working as partners towards a common goal

Building a believable business case that creates value to all stakeholders, not just one or some...

Working with regulators and industry bodies to remove impediments, rather than impose them

Sharing the belief that we will get there together only with an equitable commitment

Unilode Aviation Solutions

Our vision is:

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To turn these: Into this:

Unilode AviationSolutions

Headoffice:Steinackerstrasse28302KlotenSwitzerlandTel:+41432554141

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Thank you to our Networking Break Sponsor

Smart ULD

Getting on Track – Cargo Conn@ct

Oliver NüssenExpert for Cargo Conveyance & Electronic Systems

Airbus

Getting On TrackCargo Conn@ct

Oliver NüssenExpert for Cargo Conveyance & Electronic Systems15 March 2017

Technology Drivers

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Perspective

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Let’s have a look at CDWCCCabin & Door Wireless Communication Cell

Cargo Conn@ct Cluster

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What did we see in the movie?• Aircraft = enabler• Combined loading procedures• Cargo control display• Interaction & control • Bag2go + "Secure System"• ULD sends content information• Mobile communication network• Aircraft network, aircraft interface• Digital documentation• CLS remote control• Positioning confirmation• CH sensor data + video surveillance

Cargo Conn@ct Cluster

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Main topics:• Wireless communication• Digital loading• New services• Cargo tracking & security

à Applying today's technologieswe can offer additional revenueand opportunities.

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Cargo Tracking – Closing the Gap

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Cargo Tracking – Conceptual Layers

Tracking and tracing• ULD positioning (GPS)• Track & trace module• Power supply• GSM shutdown/wakeup

Ambient cond. monitoring• Tracking & tracing included• Sensor interfaces• Data logging• Event evaluation• Event/health messages• Connectivity

Integrity monitoring• Tracking & tracing included• Ambient cond. monitoring included• Human-machine interface• Authorization management

Smart ULD• Inventory list• Interface to a/c systems• Event handling (shock, temp., integrity, …)

Server application• Digital back-end• Information control• Event management (delay, status deviation)

Digital Loading – Functional ApproachVarious functions to ease cargo loading in the future:• ULD locking & latching status indication• ULD & a/c identification• ULD positioning check• ULD condition monitoring• W&B compliance check• Cargo contour check• Augmented maintenance• Pressure indication• Door status check + remote control• Bulk net fixation check• Video surveillance• No-show management + lost cargo identification• Paperless e-freight operation + data security

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Wireless Connections – Technical Approach

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Remote Control Interface

Proximity Sensor

Weight Sensor

Material Health Sensor

ULD RFID Unit

Smoke Sensor

Latch Status Sensor

Loading Pad

Video Camera

Humidity Sensor

Drain Valve Sensor

Pressure Sensor

à New technologies offer new product solutionsà for cargo handling

à Airbus is aware of potential for digital optimization

à The aircraft can be an enabler

à Ideas are in place

Do not hesitate to contact us:• via contact details,• in the panel session,• ...

Conclusion

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Thank you

Copyright mention

Fire Containment + Lighter Materials + Damage Free – Can It Be All in One?

Koen BoendermakerMarket & Sales Manager

Teijin Aramid GmbH

Smart ULDWorld Cargo Symposium

Koen Boendermaker

March 15th, 2017

Trend: eCommerce Trend: Connectivity Li-Ion Manufacturing

ULD Requirements Reference fields Engagement

eCommerce trends2019 Global Revenue: US$ 3.500 Billion Source: IATA

eCommerce trends2020 Cross Border Revenue: US$ 900 Billion Source: DHL

Connectivity trendsDrastic increase in Connected Wearables Source: Cisco

Connectivity trendsMobile Internet Connections getting stronger (higher energy consumption) Source: Cisco

Lithium Ion Manufacturing trendChina is leading the charge: Lithium-ion megafactories in China grow capacity 6x by 2020 Source: Visual Capitalist

Requirements to ULDs

Requirements to ULDs

Requirements to ULDs

Fire fighter Clothing

Applications with the same requirements

Safety Gloves

Ballistic Helmets Bullet Proof Vests

What are your thoughts?

How do you perceive the risks related to Lithium Ion batteries?

Do you expect fire containment to become a standard ULD requirement?

Is it possible to combine low weight, toughness and fire containment?

What would a 60kg, tough, fire resistant AKE be worth?

Would the Growth in e-Commerce Drive the Use of Collapsible ULDS?

Pieter van CalcarDirector & General Manager Asia Pacific

ACL Airshop

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com30

• Introduction• Traditional cargo flows• E commerce • Issues for the Air Cargo

Industry• Solution• Conclusions

Growth in E commerce drive the use of Collapsible Containers

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com31

CUSTOMULDSOLUTIONS™

www.ACLairshop.comCUSTOMULDSOLUTIONSTM

Pieter van Calcar

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com33

Traditional Cargo Flows

• B2B structure• Consolidated at starting point• Air cargo part of normal logistic process from Factory to end

user• End user unknown at time of shipment• Easy to palletize• Trade flows are inherently imbalanced, not just seasonal• (relatively) easy to reposition as pallets can be stacked

Traditional Cargo Movement

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E-commerce

• B2C elements• End user is known at time of shipment • No standard sized cargo at point of entry• Increased requirement for containers• Substantial Increase in Understocking/ Over

stocking issues• “Another disrupter” – Special events

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com36

E-commerce

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com37

• How to deal with increased imbalances• A major, global Air Cargo integrator had an overstock of

100+ AMD containers which they had to ship back ONE WAY at USD 1,250 per container

• Sea shipping industry LOST USD 15-20 BILLION• Empty container movements accounted for 15% of all box

movements in the US, 14% in Latin America, 29% in Europe, 16% in the Middle East and 25% in China (source: Loadstar)

Main Issue for the Air Cargo Industry

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com38

What if there was a better way?

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com39

Major advantages in repositioning - Road

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Major advantages in repositioning - Air

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Solution

• Collapsible containers• AAY, AMJ,AAX• 40 x AAY in B737F/757F( 10 positions main deck)• 6 x AMJ ( 1 belly position Pax/cargo

WB aircraft)• 32X AAY, AMJ, AAX on a truck• Collapsible equipment is part of the

solution

Pieter van Calcar www.ACLairshop.com42

Conclusions

•E commerce is here to stay

•Creating challenges for the traditional cargo industry

•Collapsible ULD’s will be part of the solution

IATA Cargo Transformation program

The Future of Air Cargo

Panel Discussion – Your ULD VisionModerator:Ö Bob Rogers, Senior Advisor, Nordisk Aviation

ProductsPanelists:Ö Dr. Ludwig H. Bertsch, CEO & President,

Unilode Aviation SolutionsÖ Koen Boendermaker, Market & Sales

Manager, Teijin Aramid GmbHÖ Joseph P. Jensen, Manager, ULD Control

Group, Delta Airlines

Ö Zhi Yong Liao, Manager, Cargo Business Process and Standards, IATA

Ö Dr. -Ing. Oliver Nüssen, Expert for Cargo Conveyance & Electronic Systems, Airbus

Ö Bernd Schnörwangen, Head of Cargo System Integration, Airbus

Ö Juha Tuominen, CEO ePiece Ltd.Ö Pieter van Calcar, Director & General

Manager Asia Pacific, ACL Airshop

IATA Cargo Transformation program

1-3 years

4-9 years

10+ years

MediumImportance

Smart ULD Radar

Source: IATA ‘Your ULD Vision’ Survey Results ULD Design/ Automation/ Interaction

Real time tracking of ULD and contents

Real time alert on CLS engagement &

aircraft position

Gala Dinner at Emirates Palace