Safety by design
Helping airports, airlines and ground handlers keep operations moving safely, efficiently, and without interruption.
On a busy apron, every movement matters. Your teams need equipment that supports safe handling, keeps loads secure and works efficiently within tight turnaround windows.
At Viking Airport Equipment, we design ground support equipment around these everyday demands. Our baggage trailers and container dollies combine practical design with reliable performance, helping your crews keep baggage and ULDs moving throughout the operation.
Some benefits are best shown in motion.
Every detail of Viking’s equipment has a purpose. In our animation, we bring these design choices to life, showing how they help ground crews work safely,
handle loads efficiently and keep apron operations running smoothly.
Safer ground handling starts with the equipment
For airport operations managers, airline ground operations teams and ground handlers, safety and efficiency are closely connected. Equipment needs to protect people and loads while keeping loading, transport and unloading straightforward.
Viking’s approach puts safety into the design of the equipment itself. Clear visual warnings, physical barriers and practical load retention features help operators work with greater awareness and control.
Our container dollies shows how this approach translates into daily ULD handling.
Key safety features and their benefits
- Single-person operation. Designed for one operator, reducing manpower requirements while supporting safer handling and greater control.
- Auto-stop function. Helps minimise the risk of dropped loads, protecting the ULD and supporting safer handling.
- Automatic wedge stops. Require no operator action during ULD loading, simplifying the process and reducing manual intervention.
- Visible danger zone signage. Highlights hazardous areas, helping crews recognise risks and maintain awareness during busy apron operations.
- The Red Zone concept. Integrated into all Viking container dollies, a clear visual and physical barrier helps prevent personnel from walking between trailers. A raised safety plate with a handle helps reduce the risk of finger injuries. An anti-step-through barrier and perimeter blade stop provide additional protection.
- Colour-coded ULD locking controls. Red handles activate both the ULD finger locks and the secondary stops marked in yellow, bringing the retention features together in one operation.
- Pedal-operated lock-down and quick release. Secures the ULD while allowing controlled release, supporting a practical loading and unloading process.
- Unloading from one side only. Removes the need for operators to step across or between trailers when offloading ULDs.
Built around your operational priorities
For airport
Support safer movement on the apron with equipment that makes danger zones visible and helps protect personnel during daily handling.
For airlines
Keep the focus on secure baggage and ULD handling. Reliable equipment and practical safety features help your ground operations teams support each turnaround.
For ground handlers
Give crews equipment that is straightforward to operate under pressure. Single-person operation and automatic handling features help teams use their resources efficiently while maintaining control.
Find the right equipment
Looking to upgrade your ground support equipment or review the safety features of your current fleet? Talk to Viking about your handling requirements, operating environment and fleet priorities. We can help you explore the baggage trailers and container dollies suited to your operation. Contact Viking to discuss your requirements.
