Driving digital transparency in air cargo
Lufthansa Cargo has become the launch customer for a new IoT-based ULD tracking solution developed by Jettainer, marking a new milestone in the partners’ long-standing cooperation. The technology will be rolled out across all ULD fleets for Lufthansa Cargo and fits perfectly in the broader efforts to strengthen digital transparency and operational efficiency. Implementation has already started. The announcement, made at the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2026 in Lima, Peru, highlights the companies’joint commitment to innovation and digital leadership in global air cargo.
Jettainer is responsible for the comprehensive ULD management for Lufthansa Cargo. The partnership encompasses the global steering, positioning, maintenance and repair of an extensive ULD fleet – making it one of the largest dedicated ULD fleets in worldwide cargo and passenger operations and ensuring high availability across Lufthansa Cargo’s international route structure.
The new IoT tracking solution provides real time visibility of ULD movements across the global network. Instead of relying solely on fixed airport infrastructure, the system combines stationary and mobile readers, ensuring continuous tracking, even at locations with limited technical setup. The system significantly reduces blind spots and creates reliable transparency throughout the entire ULD supply chain. Airlines gain precise information on the location and dwell time of each unit, enabling faster reactions to irregularities, and more data-driven steering. The enhanced insights reduce search efforts, support quicker recovery of misplaced equipment and strengthen positioning and operational control, ultimately improving overall fleet performance and efficiency.
“Digital transparency is a key success factor in today’s air cargo industry,” said Oliver von Götz, VP Global Fulfillment Management at Lufthansa Cargo. “By partnering with Jettainer on the rollout of next generation IoT tracking, we are enhancing visibility across our ULD fleet and further improving reliability, efficiency and quality for our customers worldwide.”
“Lufthansa Cargo acting as the launch customer for our next generation IoT tracking solution marks a significant milestone for Jettainer,” said Dr Jan Wilhelm Breithaupt, CEO of Jettainer. “Managing a ULD fleet of this scale requires maximum transparency, reliable data, and intelligent steering. Together, we are setting a new standard for digital ULD management and strengthening operational control across the global network.”
