Herculight S Lifts United
Maybe
they weren’t dancing in the streets of Seoul, but recent word
from United Cargo is no small potatoes.
At ACF this week
United Cargo announced it will replace every LD3 in its vast collection
of cans with 8,500 new Herculight S containers. Designed
by Zodiac Aerospace, the new containers weigh only 121 pounds—79
pounds less than the traditional LD3.
“This purchase is the latest of
United Cargo's many strategies to minimize the environmental impact
of air cargo transport,” said Jan Krems, president of United Cargo.
“We recently also replaced 1,000
of our PMC pallets with a lighter weight design from Zodiac.
“Our Cargo Division is proud to
contribute to United Airlines’ influential environmental leadership,”
Jan said.
About
ACF 2014
“First Day sessions included familiar
subjects,” Jan reports.
“I feel the program did not break
any new ground.
“It’s a shame that after the
first break, more than 50 percent in the audience did not come back.
“The session featuring an inspiring
presentation by motivational speaker Kate Vitasek was quite impressive.
“In a nutshell, she was effective,
revealing an interesting view on how together we can reach common goals
by talking and listening to each other.
“But the acoustics in the hall unfortunately
were less than optimal, so for some it was hard to understand what was
said.
“This TIACA event does not feature
as many booths as usual, but the exhibition seems otherwise well attended.
“One thing is apparent—many
companies are reluctant to spend money and some have combined their
exhibits to share cost, including Schiphol Airport.
“But all that being said, the 27th
TIACA ACF in 2014 is heart and soul TIACA for sure, including a good
opportunity for networking, and for United Cargo to share some valuable
face time with old friends and customers.”
Geoffrey
