Dr Jan-Wilhelm Breithaupt succeeds Thomas Sonntag at Jettainer
Since 1 June 2024, Dr Jan-Wilhelm Breithaupt has been the new Chief Executive Officer of Jettainer. Together with his predecessor Thomas Sonntag, who is leaving the Lufthansa Group at his own request on 1 July, he informed at air cargo China about past and future developments of the global leader in Unit Load Device (ULD) […]
Dr Gert Pfeifer was appointed as Jettainer’s General Manager Europe
Jettainer, the global leader in Unit Load Device (ULD) management, is forging ahead with its reorganisation. Dr. Gert Pfeifer took up his new role as General Manager of Europe on April 1. This position was created to align Jettainer’s sales and organisational strategy for Europe with regional market requirements and the group’s overarching commercial strategy. […]
Jettainer: Asia offers opportunity
With growth rife throughout the region, cargo handlers are turning towards the Asia-Pacific region to capitalise on the market expansion and booming cargo segments. Among those, Jettainer is hoping to solidify its place within China and the surrounding nations through a series of strategic partnerships, establishing a base in Shanghai and maintaining local sales representation […]
Jettainer appoints Thorsten Riekert as Chief Commercial Officer
Jettainer, the global leader in unit load device (ULD) management, has appointed Thorsten Riekert as Chief Commercial Officer. In this newly created position, the distinguished Jettainer management team member with in-depth aviation industry knowledge will be responsible for Jettainer’s commercial strategy to advance the company’s global growth trajectory. READ: UK freight association names frontier policy […]
Seamless sensitive shipments
In the intricate world of perishable cargo, securing supply and managing containers and pallets for temperature-controlled goods is a complex endeavour, requiring accurate and attentive handling. Pharmaceutical focus With this segment growing, Jettainer has developed its cool&fly product to protect goods and provide the constant monitoring throughout the supply chain that has become a requirement […]
Jettainer strengthening its sales team in North Asia
Elfi Chik has joined Jettainer’s sales team in Hong Kong as General Manager Sales in North Asia. This strategic hiring marks another significant step in the ongoing expansion of the global leader in Unit Load Device (ULD) management in Asia. With almost 20 years of industry experience, Chik brings a wealth of knowledge and proven […]
Jettainer and PACTL West sign cooperation agreement
Jettainer and PACTL West, the ground handler for Shanghai Pudong International Airport Public Cargo Terminal Co. Ltd’ West, have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement. The two companies made this announcement at the transport logistic Southeast Asia. The partnership will see Jettainer open a new hub for its lease&fly ULD leasing service at Shanghai Pudong […]
ITA Airways extends ULD Management cooperation with Jettainer
Jettainer will continue to provide ITA Airways with its Unit Load Device (ULD) management services for another contract period. The global leader in efficient ULD management is looking forward to continuing to work with ITA for many years to come. Jettainer supports ITA Airways in its growth in the passenger and cargo division and provides […]
Enhancing ULD operations in the airfreight market
From optimising operations and reducing costs to enhancing sustainability and ensuring 100% availability of Unit Load Devices (ULDs), Jettainer’s focus on efficiency, flexibility, and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a trusted partner for airlines worldwide. In recent years, airlines have recognised that optimising ULD operations is crucial for delivering value and enhancing services, allowing […]
Jettainer puts the first fully certified fire-resistant containers into service for Lufthansa Cargo
Jettainer’s customers can now enjoy the benefits of using the first fully certified fire-resistant AMX unit load devices (ULDs). The global market leader in outsourced ULD management is sourcing these containers from the American ULD manufacturer Satco Inc. These fire-resistant containers (FRCs) are certified in accordance with the latest Technical Standard Orders (TSO) C90e specifications […]
Jettainer appoints Svenia Iriarte as its new CFO
Jettainer, the global market leader in outsourced ULD management, has appointed Svenia Iriarte as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The experienced finance expert, who is at home in the aviation and air cargo world, assumed responsibility for Finance, Procurement, HR and IT Operations effective June 1, 2023. Iriarte replaces Ingeborg Manz-Maier, who will leave Jettainer […]
Jettainer and WestJet Cargo continuing successful partnership
WestJet Cargo and Jettainer have agreed on a long-term extension to a partnership dating back to 2015. Canada’s second largest airline and the international leader in outsourced ULD management announced the contract extension at the air cargo Europe in Munich. Over the coming years, Jettainer will continue to manage and maintain WestJet’s entire ULD fleet, […]
Bring ULD management capabilities to the next level
To succeed in the highly competitive ULD market, Jettainer is clear that the key is embracing innovation and keeping an ear open to ensure it meets the needs of its customers. Bringing decades of experience to the industry, Jettainer strives to be close to its customers, hearing and understanding their needs, whichever region they are […]
Jettainer strengthens Branch Office and Temperature Control Competence Center in Abu Dhabi
Jettainer has strengthened its foothold in the Middle East, Africa and the Indian subcontinent by adding Rammohan Krishnaswamy, a seasoned aviation expert, to its branch office in Abu Dhabi. He is responsible for Jettainer’s customers and growth in the region as well as for the cool&fly product in his newly created position as General Manager […]
VRR delivers 100th air horse stall to Jettainer
Jettainer and VRR, the leading provider of ULD devices, are celebrating their long-standing collaboration with the 100th air horse stall. The global leader of ULD management, Jettainer, which handles approximately 100,000 ULDs in 500 locations around the world, is constantly refining its service and product portfolio to meet the specific needs of its customers. Its […]
Jettainer offers lightweight pallet nets
Jettainer customers can now look forward to reaping the rewards of environmentally friendly pallet nets, too: with Pallet Net Zero from AmSafe Bridport. The global expert in Unit Load Device (ULD) management is sourcing these nets, which are made out of sustainable bio-based materials, from its longstanding partner AmSafe Bridport, the world leader in highly […]
AeroUnion outsources ULD management to Jettainer
Mexican cargo airline AeroUnion has outsourced the management of all its Unit Load Devices (ULDs) to Jettainer. This was announced by both companies yesterday at TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum in Miami. The global market leader in ULD management has taken over more than 800 units from the airline and will position and manage them to […]
Jettainer wins ULD management contract from Norse Atlantic Airways
Norse Atlantic Airways, a brand-new Norwegian airline, has been taking to the skies since June, connecting Oslo with several North American destinations. Now the network is being ramped up with regular connections from Berlin to New York and Los Angeles. From the very first flight, Jettainer, the global leader in unit load device (ULD) management, […]
Jettainer and B2L give a second life to retired air cargo containers
Jettainer and B2L are breathing new life into old unit load devices (ULDs). The robust materials used in ULDs are being turned into fashionable shoulder bags and keychains that are now available for purchase. The company, a global leader in ULD management, has forged a partnership with the upcycling specialist B2L, with plans to enhance […]
Etihad Cargo renews its contract with Jettainer
Jettainer has been awarded a five-year contract by Etihad Cargo and will continue to provide and manage unit load devices (ULDs) for the carrier. The global leader has managed and maintained Etihad Cargo’s customised ULD fleet since 2011. For over a decade, Jettainer has helped to deliver significant efficiency gains for the United Arab Emirates’ […]
Stella Wang joins Jettainer’s team in Hong Kong
Jettainer, the global leader in unit load device (ULD) management services, is adding to its workforce: Stella Wang has bolstered the team in Hong Kong since April 1, 2022. Along with serving customers in the East Asia region, Wang will also take on a newly created role overseeing the development of the ULD expert’s leasing […]
Jettainer manages ULDs for T’way Air
Lufthansa Cargo subsidiary Jettainer has begun a five-year contract to manage ULD services for South-Korean low cost carrier T’way Air. Jettainer will provide the airline with a customised ULD fleet and manage the steering, maintenance and repair of all units as the airline expands its fleet from B737-800s to include three leased A330-300s by May. […]
Jettainer experiencing growing demand for leasing services
The air cargo market is picking up again – and with it, demand for unit load devices (ULD). Jettainer, the global leader in ULD management, has ramped up its services and responded to growing demand for short-term and long-term rentals with lease&fly. Along with standard ULDs, customers are also interested in special containers like horse […]
Etihad Cargo extends partnership with Jettainer
Jettainer has extended its long-standing management partnership with Etihad Cargo to manage the carrier’s cool containers from May 1, 2021. Jettainer has managed and maintained Etihad Cargo’s ULD fleet since 2011. During the last decade, the two companies have consistently expanded their partnership. The complex interaction between forwarders, shippers, airlines and container owners entails particular […]
Jettainer harnesses digital twins
Jettainer is forging ahead with the creation of digital counterparts for every Unit Load Device (ULD) within its fleet, which numbers around 100,000 units. Each one of these digital twins is an exact virtual image of the respective physical ULD. The gathering and smart combination of comprehensive lifecycle data yields valuable insights and enables Jettainer […]
Jettainer & Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas continue partnership
The Spanish airline Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas is drawing on Jettainer’s experience in outsourcing unit load device (ULD) management for another five years. Jettainer’s customised services will support the growth of this young airline which operates a network of routes between Madrid and South America. The partnership dates back to 2016, during which Plus Ultra […]
Jettainer and Sunclass continue partnership
Jettainer is set to provide Sunclass Airlines with unit load device (ULD) management services for another five years. Jettainer has already managed and maintained the Danish airline’s ULD fleet for several years. Sunclass Airlines currently operates a fleet of eight Airbus 321 and two Airbus 330 airplanes. The charter airline serves destinations in the Mediterranean […]
Jettainer rolls out plug&fly
Jettainer has announced the launch of their new plug&fly, a new basic version of its full-service ULD solution. With plug&fly, Jettainer is breaking new ground: small and mid-sized airlines will now be able to unlock the benefits of outsourced ULD management in a way that is quick and easy. plug&fly helps airlines optimise their ULD […]
What makes Thomas Sonntag, MD of Jettainer, optimistic for European airfreight?
“The industry is prepared to manage upcoming challenges. All stakeholders have learnt a lot based on the experiences in 2020, collaborated closely and were forced to break new grounds. “Digitisation and innovation were boosted. More than ever, the industry is flexible and responding quickly to the numerous challenges, whilst successfully optimising cost and efficiency. “Supply […]
Jettainer turn the page on 2020
“No doubt, 2020 was challenging for the entire industry,” Thomas Sonntag, MD of Jettainer confirms. Challenging, yes. But the year wasn’t all doom and gloom. In fact, it proved the resilience of many companies in the air cargo industry. “We can confidently say that our business model proved to be robust and crisis-safe and of […]