This particular shipment for GEODIS Industrial Projects UK was made up of a gas-powered standby generator weighing 19 tonnes and a diesel generator weighing 17.6 tonnes. The power generators were transported using a combination of Volga-Dnepr's own expertise in air transport and China Construction Machinery Import & Export Co. Ltd's (CCMIE) port machinery. The result was a successful and timely delivery of the cargo to its final destination in Nigeria.
China Construction Machinery Import & Export Co. Ltd is one of China's leading exporters of port machinery, based in Xuzhou City. It has been focusing on the port machinery market since its establishment in 2011. In 2012, the company successfully collaborated with XCMG to develop the CCMIE brand side loader crane, which has since become a popular choice for port operators and logistics companies worldwide.
The new wing lift system used by Volga-Dnepr is a pioneering solution that improves loading efficiency and enhances cargo safety. This system is especially useful for long-haul flights and for transporting heavy, oversized, and irregular-shaped cargoes such as power generators, turbines, oil and gas equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
The wing lift system is particularly innovative in that it allows large containers to be loaded and unloaded using a hydraulic system built into the aircraft's wings. This reduces loading time and minimizes the need for ground handling equipment such as cranes and forklifts, which can be time-consuming and costly.
The wing lift system can significantly improve turnaround time for cargo flights, reducing the overall cost and time of delivery for customers. It also reduces the risk of damage to the cargo, as it is loaded and unloaded using a smooth and controlled process, ensuring that the cargo remains stable throughout the flight.
Volga-Dnepr Airlines is a leading provider of air cargo solutions, specializing in the transportation of heavy and oversized cargo to remote and challenging destinations worldwide. The airline has a fleet of more than 50 cargo aircraft, including the Antonov An-124, Boeing 747, and Ilyushin Il-76, which are capable of carrying cargo of up to 150 tonnes.
According to Konstantin Vekshin, Executive President of Charter Cargo Operations at Volga-Dnepr Group, "The wing lift system is a game-changer for the air cargo industry. It enables us to offer a faster, more efficient and safer cargo transportation solution to our customers."
In summary, the new wing lift system used by Volga-Dnepr Airlines represents a significant technological advancement in the air cargo industry. By improving loading efficiency, reducing turnaround time, and minimizing cargo damage, this system provides a competitive edge to air cargo carriers like Volga-Dnepr, making it a preferred choice for logistics companies and heavy equipment manufacturers worldwide.