KLM selects TRW for Boeing 747-400 new cargo system

TRW Aeronautical Systems has been selected to supply cargo systems for the main deck and lower lobe on KLM's three new Boeing 747-400 freighters that will be delivered next year.

KLM has selected TRW for the company's redesigned main and lower deck cargo systems that will have a user-friendly electronic control system, next generation three-inch power drive units and doorway power drive units, all integrated into an efficient yet rugged mechanical system.

"We are delighted to have been selected by KLM for this contract. TRW Aeronautical Systems will provide added value to KLM by acting as the total system provider, integrating the entire cargo system," said Graham Thornton, Vice President, Business Development. "We have worked closely with KLM to ensure that we fully understand their cargo systems operational needs."

The systems have been designed by TRW Aeronautical Systems sites at Jamestown, North Dakota and Diamond Bar, California and will be manufactured at its Jamestown and Aurora, Ohio facilities.

Peter Bartels, Senior Buyer Projects, Strategic Purchasing and Alliances, KLM Engineering and Maintenance, said: "KLM expects an excellent performance of the system and TRW support during introduction and operation of the system. Based on the discussions with TRW we are convinced that they can add value to our operation."

Starting in early 2003, new passenger and freighter aircraft delivered from Boeing to airlines and cargo operators world-wide will include the new TRW supplied lightweight, digitally controlled cargo handling system as the standard furnished equipment.

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