Icelandair has renewed and expanded its partnership with ACL Airshop for the management of its ULD fleet under a new five-year agreement.
The updated contract will see ACL Airshop provide dedicated fleet management for Icelandair’s scheduled operations, while also making short-term ULD availability possible for charter flights. The agreement further includes access to ACL’s global maintenance, repair and overhaul network, the supply of nets and consumables, logistics coordination, and ULD management software supported by tracking technology.
ACL said the airline will benefit from upgraded digital tracking tools, integrated IATA messaging, detailed movement histories and data-driven analytics intended to improve visibility and automation across the full ULD lifecycle.
One of the notable additions to the agreement is the inclusion of horse stalls in Icelandair’s ULD fleet. ACL will handle the supply, maintenance and global logistics coordination of those specialised units.
Fjölnir Þór Árnason, director of operations at Icelandair, said ACL’s integrated ULD management model, combined with advanced digital oversight and global support capabilities, plays an important role in helping the airline run its operations efficiently across the network. He added that the expanded agreement also supports Icelandair’s strategy in specialised cargo and future growth.
Maurice van Terheijden, director key accounts and sales for Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa at ACL Airshop, said the company remains focused on helping airlines such as Icelandair improve cargo efficiency and respond effectively to changing market dynamics through a mix of industry expertise and digital capability.
Last month, ACL Airshop also announced the appointment of James Harris as its new chief executive, succeeding Bernhard Kindelbacher, who had held the role for the past two years.
