Lödige Industries

The quality, speed and reliability of your handling systems define the success of your airport operations. With more than 50 years of experience and over 28 million tonnes of air freight handled annually by our equipment worldwide, Lödige Industries sets the global benchmark for performance and reliability. Backed by a proven delivery capability, our references include 206 airport logistics and handling projects completed in the last 10 years—a clear indicator of our capacity to deliver consistently across regions, applications and operational requirements.

Our international reach and strong local presence in all major air freight markets enable us to support customers from early concept definition through to full system realisation. Whether you require individual components, subsystem upgrades or complete turnkey facilities, we deliver tailored solutions that combine engineering excellence, intelligent software and proven automation technology. From new-build terminals to brownfield expansions, we design solutions that protect operational continuity while raising throughput, transparency and safety.

In 2006, we delivered the tallest elevating transfer vehicle (ETV) in the world to AAT in Hong Kong. The combination of the 2m/s speed and 43m height remains unique in the global air freight handling sector.

An autonomous guided vehicle (AGV) for intelligent ULD transportation. The AGV enables cargo terminal operators to reduce stationary equipment and create cargo flows that are flexible, scalable and reliable.

The slave pallet mover transports pallets and 10ft ULDs quickly and easily. It has a lifting unit for elevating slave pallets, while three forks ensure the ULDs are transferred safely.

Our equipment handles all types of ULDs and supports our clients in their storage, retrieval and import / export processes such as for Finnair in Finland. The ULD pallet on the work station is ready to be moved into the airfreight warehouse.

The pictured system stores pallets. Pallets are transported on roller decks to the warehouse and automatically stored using a stacker crane. The green pallets are a robust solution from Lödige to allow integration of the X-ray station.

At many international airports our castor decks serve the multidirectional movement of ULDs, including for Moscow Cargo in Russia. They facilitate loading and unloading of dollies and can be used for building smaller ULDs.

Operable via remote control and powered by a battery, the FlexLoader has a freely steerable drive system, which affords flexible movement in all directions. Thanks to an integrated lifting function, it picks up and sets down ULDs and pallets from different heights.

Plastic boxes with dirty plates and cutlery are transported from the plane to the dishwasher for Cathay Pacific Catering Services in Hong Kong. After being washed, they are disinfected, sorted and stored ready for the next flight.

The Lödige Space Tower is the most efficient storage solution in catering logistics for Cathay Pacific Catering Services in Hong Kong. Either trolleys or bins can be stored. Customers use valuable floor space in the most economical way with this solution as floor space requirements can be reduced up to 80%.

The Lödige Space Tower stores up to 180 trolleys for Gate Gourmet in Zurich, Switzerland. It has a maximum capacity of 22,000kg for up to 30 platforms with six trolleys each.

Equally important, we support our customers long after commissioning. Lödige Industries places a strong emphasis on lifecycle service, upgrades and modernization, helping operators maintain performance, extend asset life and transition to new technologies as requirements evolve. Our service approach is designed to keep systems reliable and cost-efficient—minimising downtime while ensuring compliance, safety and long-term value.

From planning and system design to long-term service and modernisation, our handling solutions deliver the speed, accuracy and reliability needed to keep your operations ahead of the competition—today and in the future.

Our solutions at a glance

Lödige Industries delivers complete airport handling systems for cargo, baggage, catering and courier operations. Our proven equipment, intelligent software and engineering expertise ensure efficient, safe and future-ready airport performance.

System planning & consultancy

Successful performance begins with robust planning. From data analysis and process design to 3D simulation and layout development, our experts plan cargo terminals and handling facilities that maximise capacity, streamline workflows and support long-term operational success. We help customers evaluate alternatives, validate throughput targets, reduce operational risk and prepare for future growth—whether developing greenfield facilities or optimising existing sites.

Cargo Professional Suite

The Cargo Professional Suite connects all processes—from cargo delivery at the landside to handover at the airside interface—providing real-time transparency, process control and seamless integration across the entire terminal. By linking automation, IT systems and operational workflows, the suite supports traceability, performance monitoring and efficient exception handling, enabling operators to manage complexity while improving service levels and predictability.

Service, upgrades & modernization

Operational demands change—volumes increase, regulations evolve and technology advances. Lödige Industries provides bespoke maintenance services for material handling systems to ensure assets operate reliably and at the lowest possible cost. Our international service network enables rapid response—even for equipment not originally delivered by Lödige—supporting stable operations across multi-vendor environments.

Our service portfolio includes:

• Maintenance: From periodic inspections to full on-site (resident) service teams delivering support based on guaranteed service levels, tailored to your operational priorities and uptime requirements.
• 24/7 support: Access to a 24-hour service hotline for fast assistance when unexpected faults occur.
• Spare parts & repair: Rapid supply of genuine Lödige parts or OEM parts, with access to legacy/obsolete components where required, including parts harvested from modernization projects.
• Modernization: End-to-end coordination—from planning and engineering through installation and commissioning—to improve performance, safety and energy efficiency, while meeting statutory requirements. We also support expansions and technology transitions, delivering enhancements while customers continue day-to-day operations.

Project recognition & key references

Our portfolio includes numerous high-profile airport logistics projects worldwide, reinforced by industry recognition and customer success. Major reference sites and award-winning project outcomes (including AAT wins) underline our capability to deliver performance-focused solutions in demanding operational environments—on time, to specification, and with long-term serviceability in mind.

With deep engineering expertise, intelligent software and a lifecycle partnership approach, Lödige Industries helps airports and cargo operators achieve faster handling, higher reliability and scalable performance—backed by measurable delivery experience and global service strength.