antonov logistics salis gmbh

What antonov logistics salis gmbh does

Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH (ALS) is the German-registered operational arm of Antonov Airlines, which is itself the international air transportation division of Antonov Company — a Ukrainian state-owned enterprise headquartered in Kyiv. Founded in 1989 as the world's first commercial operator of the AN-124-100 'Ruslan' heavy-lift aircraft, Antonov Airlines provides global air cargo charter services for oversized, outsized, and super-heavy freight that exceeds the capacity of standard cargo aircraft. Its operational fleet comprises five AN-124-100 aircraft (one certified to the M-150 standard with up to 150-tonne payload capacity); additional Antonov-design aircraft such as the AN-225 Mriya, AN-22, AN-70, AN-74, and AN-26 are made available through partners including Dynami Aviation. Following the February 2022 Russian invasion that damaged the Hostomel base, planning and maintenance services were temporarily relocated to Leipzig, Germany, and ALS operates an office in nearby Schkeuditz.

The company generates revenue through three streams: per-charter commercial flights (priced by cargo specifications, route, urgency, and operational complexity); long-term recurring strategic airlift contracts under the NATO SALIS programme via NSPA (continuous since January 2006, with a new five-year contract awarded in November 2021); and dedicated project management services covering load planning, lashing engineering, and end-to-end shipment coordination. Its differentiated loading equipment — including the OPTG-120M ramp system (up to 120,000 kg), OPKG-50 (up to 50,000 kg), OZDKG low-clearance system, onboard cranes, 120-tonne winches, a car rack system for up to 50 vehicles, and proprietary lashing chains/straps/nets — is designed and manufactured in-house by an engineering team that performs G-force lashing calculations. Customers span satellite operators and space agencies (Maxar, Intelsat, Türksat Space, ESA via Ceva Logistics, NASA launch sites), energy infrastructure operators (Siemens Energy, Western Associates), defence OEMs (Sikorsky), industrial manufacturers, and humanitarian organisations, served through direct enterprise sales and an extensive channel network of freight forwarders and charter brokers (deugro, DHL Global Forwarding, Chapman Freeborn, Air Charter Service, Air Partner, RXO Air Transport, Ceva Logistics, Logwin, Bollore Logistics Space, PROAIR, NEO Air Charter, FCF, Rolf Riedl GmbH). Operations hold EASA Third Country Operator certification, Australian AOC, and Ukraine-US Open Skies fifth-freedom traffic rights exercised since 2015, supporting 24/7/365 worldwide service.

Name

antonov logistics salis gmbh

Legal name

Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH

Website

https://antonov-airlines.aero

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH is the German operational arm of Ukrainian state-owned Antonov Airlines, providing worldwide heavy-lift air charter services for oversized and super-heavy cargo using a fleet of AN-124-100 aircraft, serving aerospace, energy, defence, and humanitarian customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heavy-Lift Air Cargo Charter Services

NAICS

Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation (481219)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Oversized / Out-of-Gauge & Heavy-Lift Air Freight (Aircraft Constraints, Special Handling) (TLACAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Energy & Power Projects (Oil & Gas, Renewables, Power Generation) (TLACAIAB), Industrial Plants & Process Equipment (EPC/Turnkey Projects) (TLACAIAA), Engineering, Lift Planning & Method Statements (Rigging/Crane Plans) (TLACAIAL), Humanitarian, Relief & Government Cargo Airlift (THABAEAI), Project Cargo Packing, Crating & Securing (Lashing/Dunnage) (TLAIAKAJ)

Keywords

• Heavy lift air freight
• Strategic airlift services
• Oversized cargo transport
• An-124 charter flights
• Cargo charter operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Schkeuditz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Charter Services: One-time charter flights for heavy and outsized cargo transportation using AN-124-100, AN-225 Mriya, and other Antonov aircraft. Revenue is generated per flight/charter contract, with pricing based on cargo type, weight, dimensions, distance, and operational complexity.
2. Strategic Airlift Contracts (SALIS): Long-term contracts with NATO/EU under the Strategic Airlift International Solutions (SALIS) programme, providing guaranteed availability of AN-124-100 aircraft around the clock. Five-year contract awarded to ANTONOV via NSPA.
3. Project Management Services: Dedicated project management from quotation through delivery, including load planning, lashing calculations, and coordination with engineering teams for specialized cargo operations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH operates heavy-lift air cargo charter services using a fleet of five AN-124-100 'Ruslan' aircraft (including one AN-124-100M-150 with 150-tonne payload capacity), transporting oversized and super-heavy cargo worldwide for aerospace, defence, energy, humanitarian, industrial, automotive, and oil and gas clients. The company delivers end-to-end project management from quotation through delivery, supported by proprietary in-house loading equipment (OPTG-120M ramp, OPKG-50 skate, OZDKG, internal cranes, winches, Car Rack System, and cargo lashing) and operates 24/7/365. It also manages the NATO/EU Strategic Airlift International Solutions (SALIS) programme under a five-year contract via the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA).

Product overview

Antonov Airlines, operating through Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH, provides super-heavy and oversized air cargo transportation services using a fleet of five AN-124-100 'Ruslan' aircraft (one with 150-tonne payload capacity). The company offers specialized loading solutions including the OPTG-120M ramp system for heavy pieces up to 120,000 kg, OPKG-50 for tall cargo, OZDKG for low-clearance vehicles, onboard cranes (30,000 kg), winches (120,000 kg), car rack systems, and comprehensive cargo lashing services. The portfolio covers diverse sectors including aerospace, defence, energy, humanitarian, industrial, automotive, and oil and gas. The company operates 24/7 worldwide with dedicated flight managers and project managers guiding customers from quotation through delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Heavy-Lift Air Cargo Charter Services (AN-124-100 Ruslan Fleet) One-off charter flights transporting oversized and super-heavy cargo (up to 150 tonnes) worldwide on AN-124-100 Ruslan aircraft, with end-to-end project management, dedicated Flight Managers, and round-the-clock 24/7/365 operations for enterprise and government customers.
• Strategic Airlift International Solutions (SALIS) Programme Long-term strategic airlift contract managed by Antonov Logistics SALIS GmbH for NATO (NSPA) and the EU, providing guaranteed around-the-clock availability of two AN-124-100 aircraft plus additional capacity on request for military operations, equipment transport, and humanitarian missions.
• Dedicated Project Management for Cargo Operations

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 30 years of AN-124 transportation market leadership and expertise
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core/flagship, core and minor.

• NATO (NSPA - NATO Support and Procurement Agency)core/flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 November 2021Five-year contract with NATO's Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) for Strategic Airlift International Solutions (SALIS) programme. Since January 2006, ANTONOV has provided strategic airlift for NATO and the EU, with two AN-124-100s available around the clock with additional aircraft on request. This is the first five-year contract, following previous two or three-year extensions.
• European Unioncore/flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 November 2021Strategic airlift partnership under SALIS programme providing guaranteed aircraft availability for EU operations and missions.
• Dynami AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for development of aviation charter operations. Dynami Aviation provides charter services for industrial, humanitarian, and aeronautical projects using Antonov 26, 22, 124, and the AN-225. Described as the 'essential link' for implementing exceptional solutions.
• First Class Freight BV (FCF)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCooperation with FCF BV for transporting oversized cargo including Azipod marine propulsion unit from Hong Kong to Houston for cruise ship Arctic operation. FCF played key role in quick frame design and efficient communication for complex transport completed in three weeks.
• Ceva LogisticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Ceva Logistics for aerospace sector transport, including delivery of European satellite 'Hera' to NASA launch site. Ceva manages logistics coordination while Antonov provides heavy-lift transport.
• LogwincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Logwin for airfreight operations including double pick-up of kiln equipment (80 tonnes) from Italy and Brazil to Chile. Logwin organized international transport route via Brazil.
• NEO Air ChartercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with NEO Air Charter for airfreight operations including transport of kiln equipment for wood products factory in Chile.
• PROAIRcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with PROAIR company for delivery of Türksat 6A satellite from Ankara to Florida. PROAIR managed logistics planning for six months for this nationally important project.
• Maxar TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership for transporting Maxar-built satellites including JUPITER 3 (largest commercial communications satellite) and Intelsat 40e. Maxar director noted limited options for satellite transport with AN-124-100 being the only aircraft capable of handling size and weight.
• Western Associates Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for urgent transportation of power plant rotor from USA to Japan. Western Associates managed cargo sales and coordination for time-sensitive delivery.
• Bollore Logistics SpacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Bollore Logistics Space for transporting Turksat 5B satellite from Toulouse to Florida for SpaceX launch. Bollore arranged ground logistics while Antonov provided air transport.
• Rolf Riedl GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Rolf Riedl GmbH for challenging transportation of power supply skid from Turkey to Germany for first LNG terminal. Customer praised professional approach ensuring safe loading and unloading.
• deugrocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with deugro for project cargo air freight including three urgent flights transporting 252,216 kg of plant components from Europe to Saudi Arabia within seven days. Deugro noted strategic relationship enabling aircraft securing despite market shortage.
• Air Charter ServicecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Air Charter Service for urgent cargo transport including compressor from USA to Australia (67 tonnes) and rotor from USA to Japan. Air Charter Service provided external cranes and logistics coordination.
• Air PartnercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Air Partner for urgent AOG cargo charter to remote Azores island, delivering aircraft engine (75 tonnes). Air Partner sourced mobile crane and arranged ground logistics.
• RXO Air TransportcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with RXO Air Transport for transporting CNC machinery (169 tonnes) from Italy to Canada for electric vehicle manufacturing. RXO orchestrated transport with customer and supervised operations.
• Chapman Freeborn GermanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partnership with Chapman Freeborn for air charter services including transporting power plant generator (200 tonnes) from Slovenia to Nigeria and COVID-19 test kits (110 tonnes) via AN-225.
• SikorskycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Sikorsky for transporting S-70i Black Hawk helicopters from Poland to Philippines. Close collaboration with Sikorsky and logistics supplier Helicopter International Shipping Services (HISS).
• GAC PindarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with GAC Pindar for logistics of American Magic racing yacht to America's Cup.
• Solent Freight ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Solent Freight Services for transport of American Magic AC75 yacht to America's Cup.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Volga-Dnepr Airlines: Russian operator of AN-124-100 freighters, historically the most direct competitor in the heavy-lift air charter segment. Both airlines created and lead the commercial AN-124 market; Volga-Dnepr has been largely suspended from Western markets post-2022, shifting demand to Antonov.
• Cargolux: Luxembourg-based all-cargo carrier operating one of the largest 747 freighter fleets. Competes for outsized and heavy air freight, including aerospace, energy, and humanitarian shipments, though without the AN-124's internal loading capacity for 150-tonne single pieces.
• Atlas Air: US-based charter and scheduled cargo operator with a large 747 freighter fleet serving similar aerospace, defense, and energy customers. Competes for outsized air cargo charters but relies on standard ramp/loader configurations rather than specialized oversized-cargo equipment.
• Kalitta Air: US heavy-lift cargo operator running 747-400F and 777F fleets, plus 767 and MD-11 freighters. Comparable as a charter provider for outsized and time-critical industrial, aerospace, and military cargo in the same customer verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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