This new long-term agreement has resulted from a joint tender launched by Saudia and Saudia Cargo, and creates one of the largest ULD management partnerships in the industry. Unilode will set up a regional ULD management office in the airlines' hubs in Jeddah and Riyadh, and will operate a repair shop in Jeddah for the maintenance and repair of ULDs and galley carts, supplemented by Unilode´s owned worldwide network of 30 repair stations. As an additional service, Unilode will undertake the management of ULD accessories. Saudia and Saudia Cargo have chosen Unilode's Hybrid ULD Management solution in which the containers are part of a dedicated fleet and the pallets are being supplied from Unilode's pool.
Of the deal, Saudia CEO, Jaan Albrecht, said: "During the tender process Unilode has demonstrated exceptional knowledge and expertise in all aspects of ULD management and repairs, and has proposed a number of ways which will enable us to improve our operations and enhance the service we provide to our customers."
Saudia Cargo CEO, Nabil Khojah, added: "Saudia Cargo is a major player in the global air cargo market and we count on Unilode's commitment to help us meet and exceed our customers' expectations."
