TRIVANDRUM, India, November 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
- iCargo to be deployed globally across 100 stations with over
4,000 users
Leading IT solutions provider to the global aviation industry,
IBS Software, has entered into a contract with Lufthansa Cargo AG
(LCAG), the airline cargo service provider in the Lufthansa Group,
for the implementation of iCargo solution. The solution will manage
the airlines' entire air cargo movement worldwide. IBS was
selected from among 400 solution providers after an intense
selection process that commenced 18 months ago. The contract is one
of the largest IT system deals by Lufthansa Group. IBS' new
generation iCargo system will replace the legacy Unisys based
MOSAIK application which Lufthansa used for the past 30 years. Once
implemented, iCargo will have a user base of over 4,000 staff
members and will interface seamlessly with a host of other system
applications within the IT landscape of the airline. Lufthansa
Systems will provide comprehensive consulting services during and
after the implementation phase. The provider will also host the
solution at its own data center in Kelsterbach near Frankfurt and will ensure compatibility with
the remaining IT landscape of Lufthansa Cargo. IBM is in charge of
the system integration. iCargo will manage the key business
functions of the airline - from sales processes up to the cargo
terminal operations functions. The real time availability of
operational information through iCargo will help generate
actionable intelligence which will vastly improve the overall
utilization of assets and improve revenue generation and
operational efficiencies.
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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 depend
on iCargo to manage their mission critical cargo logistics
including leaders like All Nippon Airways, British Airways, Qantas,
South African Airways and Nippon Cargo Airlines. Since its launch
in 2006, iCargo has emerged as the most definitive cargo management
IT solutions in the global aviation industry. Today, over 70% of
the cargo movement in and out of Australia is managed by iCargo. The solution
is the industry leader in Japan as
well and is the only non-Japanese system that has full NACCS
(Japanese customs) capability and know-how. Fully compliant with
IATA initiatives such as Cargo 2000 and e-Freight, the solution
fetched IBS the 'IT Provider of the Year 2012' award instituted by
Pay Load Asia, Singapore.
"The thorough selection process testifies IBS has a great
product, the utmost comprehensive solution, a benchmark setting ROI
and has been assessed as the best choice for our initiative. The
clear differentiator is the state of the art architecture /
technology as well as the skilled employees. Furthermore iCargo is
unique in offering consistent process support with its single
platform ranging from Sales processes to Handling as well as ULD
Management and up to Revenue Accounting. This mix of strengths has
clearly convinced us. The decision is perceived as a major
milestone towards materializing and enabling our joint visions,"
said Dr. Roland Schütz, CIO of
Lufthansa Cargo AG.
"To be chosen by an iconic airline like Lufthansa is a
significant step in our endeavor to make iCargo the No.1 air cargo
management solution in the world. We expect to add substantial
business value to LCAG and be a transformational partner in their
quest to achieve increased operational efficiencies and growth.
This alliance is a testimony to our capability, professionalism and
commitment to support the requirements of global organizations such
as LCAG renowned for its disciplined business practices. It is
indeed a defining moment for IBS and heralds the beginning of a
long and productive business relationship," said VK Mathews,
Executive Chairman, The IBS Group.
About Lufthansa Cargo AG
Lufthansa Cargo ranks among the world's leading cargo carriers.
In the 2011 business year, the airline transported around 1.9
million tonnes of freight and mail and sold 9.5 billion revenue
tonne-kilometres. The Company currently employs about 4,600 people,
worldwide. Lufthansa Cargo focuses on the airport-to-airport
business. The cargo carrier serves more than 300 destinations in
some 100 countries with its own fleet of freighters, the belly
capacities of passenger aircraft operated by Lufthansa and Austrian
Airlines, and an extensive road feeder service network.
The bulk of the cargo business is routed through Frankfurt
Airport. The company's other hubs are in Munich, Leipzig-Halle and Vienna. Lufthansa Cargo is allied with other
cargo carriers and companies affiliated to the freight business,
which enhance one another's products, services and network in the
Lufthansa Cargo Group.
Lufthansa Cargo is a wholly owned Lufthansa subsidiary of
Deutsche Lufthansa AG.
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 them increase safety, 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.
For media enquiries, please contact Mathew Joshua at +91-471-6614363 or email:
mathew.joshua@ibsplc.com. More information on IBS is available at
http://www.ibsplc.com.
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