Trivandrum, India: 27 February, 2013: Leading IT
solutions provider to the global aviation
industry, IBS Software, has signed a multi-million
dollar, ten year contract with Turkish Cargo, the
cargo division of the Turkish Airlines, for the
implementation of its iCargo solution. This was
announced in Istanbul after both parties signed on the
dotted lines earlier in the week. The solution
will power the airlines’ entire air cargo movement
worldwide and replace the existing home grown
legacy system that was in use so far. Turkish Airlines is
one of the fastest-growing airlines in the
world, with a staggering 39% growth in air cargo FTK
(freight ton kilometer) against an average of
3% growth for other European airlines.
Under the deal, the airline sales/inventory, terminal
operations/handling, ULD management and
revenue accounting systems will be integrated into a
single, comprehensive solution. By bringing the
entire cargo management system under a single application
suite, real time information and
actionable intelligence access for users at all levels
across all global locations will be improved
considerably. This will ensure stronger decision making
capabilities and vast improvements in the
overall utilization of perishable assets leading to
enhanced revenue generation and operational
efficiency.
iCargo is an integrated solution that supports the
requirements of airlines’ freight business providing
enhanced web-enabled features that optimize operations,
enhance profitability and provide
scalability. The solution helps manage the increasing
volumes of cargo movement requirements of
freighters, ground handling agents as well as airports.
Over 20 global airlines have opted for iCargo
to manage their mission critical cargo logistics
including leaders like All Nippon Airways, British
Airways, Qantas, South African Airways, Lufthansa Cargo
and Nippon Cargo Airlines.
“We have chosen IBS from the world’s leading air cargo IT
software, as a result of a detailed and
intensive study period of two year. iCargo offers all the
requirements of air cargo processes under
one platform, is endowed with wide ranging
functionalities furnishing flexibility and with its
substructure reinforcing the new technologies. iCargo
will replace the TACTIC system holding the
mainframe substructure which was used on Turkish Cargo
processes since approximately 20 years.
This decision constitute a major milestone which will
enlighten the way of Turkish Cargo for the
realization of its objectives and for the development of
the fast mounting business volume on the air
cargo sector.” said Temel Kotil Ph.D., President &
Chief Executive Officer, Turkish Airlines.
“Coming close on the heels of the Lufthansa win, this
deal with one of the fastest growing airlines in
the world is another significant step for IBS to
establish itself as the market leader for IT solutions to
the air cargo industry. We are indeed delighted to
partner with Turkish Cargo as they look for
overhauling their IT systems in their quest for staying
ahead of competition” said Sankalp Saxena,
President & Head of Aviation Operations Services, IBS
Software Services.
About THY
Established in 1933 with a fleet of only five airplanes,
Star Alliance member, Turkish Airlines is today
a four star airline with a fleet of 209 aircraft
(passenger and cargo) flying to 219 cities around the
world, comprised of 36 domestic and 183 international
destinations. One of the fastest growing
airline companies, Turkish Airlines has received several
“Passengers Choice Awards” from the
consumer ranking group, Skytrax. Based on 2011 and 2012
results, Turkish Airlines has been chosen
as the winner of “Best Airline Europe”, “Best Premium
Economy Seats” for its Comfort Class seats
and “Best Airline Southern Europe”. It has also received
awards for its catering and holds a coveted
4-star designation, putting the airline in a small group
of top quality carriers. Turkish Airlines was also
given the Skytrax designation of “World’s Best Economy
Class On-board Catering” in 2010, and
Skyscanner’s “Best On-board Food 2011”. Long haul
Business Class passengers also enjoy the Flying
Chef service on-board.
About IBS
IBS is a leading global provider of new generation IT
solutions to the global Travel, Transportation
and Logistics industry. A specialist in the domain, IBS
offers a range of products and services that
manage mission critical operations of airlines, airports,
oil & gas companies, hospitality industry,
cruise liners and travel agents that help maximize
efficiency, improve revenue, manage growth and
reduce costs. SEI CMMI Level 5 and PCMM Level 5 assessed,
ISO 9001:2008, TickIT and ISO
27001:2005 certified, IBS operates from 10 business
centers in the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific
and Middle East & Africa.
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