In the complex world of air cargo, managing Unit Load Devices (ULDs) efficiently has long been a challenge. From tracking and maintenance to global logistics and imbalances, every aspect requires precision, coordination, and flexibility. ACL Airshop has made it its mission to simplify this process — turning ULD management into a seamless, data-driven service that supports airlines and cargo operators around the world.
At the core of this approach are three integrated business areas: (REMOVE sales and) leasing, management services, and logistics. Together, they form a global ecosystem that combines physical infrastructure, digital intelligence, and decades of operational know-how.
ACL Airshop offers a flexible, on-demand leasing model designed around customer needs. Its global inventory includes standard pallets, heavy-duty ULDs, and specialized equipment such as horse stalls. Operating from 57 locations across six continents, the company provides short-, medium-, and long-term leasing options, including one-way leases for maximum agility in international operations.
When it comes to fleet control, ACL Airshop delivers scalable management services that operate around the clock. The company’s Digital Solutions integrates ULD control and tracking into one platform, offering real-time visibility across global networks. A worldwide network of FAA- and EASA-certified repair stations ensures reliability and compliance, wherever customers operate.
In logistics, ACL Airshop emphasizes precision and efficiency — managing ULD positioning and redistribution, restocking consumables, coordinating repairs, and organizing transport to and from maintenance hubs. One-way leasing options further enhance flexibility, helping operators maintain the right balance of assets across their networks.
“Our mission is to make the ULD business as simple, transparent, and efficient as possible,” says Bernhard Kindelbacher, CEO ACL Airshop. “We combine smart logistics, advanced digital tracking, and a proactive service culture — so our customers can focus on flying, not on fleet management.”
Today, ACL Airshop manages around 130,000 ULDs across key hubs in Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. It maintains the largest independent inventory of multi-type, lease-ready ULDs worldwide and was among the first in the industry to implement Bluetooth tracking and tracing. Through its Localization+ initiative developed in collaboration with technology provider SkyCell AG, the company continues to push innovation in digital fleet tracking and cost control.
With a comprehensive global repair and service network — including certified facilities in the U.S., Europe, and Japan — ACL Airshop ensures fast turnaround times and
consistent operational support. Its integrated ULD Management and Logistics Services make air cargo operations smarter, more efficient, and ultimately simpler — delivering on its commitment to simplify the ULD business at every step.
