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From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader.

About Us

TurnTime Technologies AB is a leading aviation technology company focused on optimizing ground handling operations through smart, ergonomic, and innovative solutions.

Part of being innovative is surrounding yourself with innovative people. That is why our operations are based in the university city of Lund in southern Sweden. Close to CPH airport connecting the world and fresh new thinking from the top ranked university of Sweden.

Our flagship systems — the Sliding Carpet and RTT — have been transforming the way aircraft are loaded and unloaded worldwide since 1986. And they still are.

With a commitment to technical innovation and first-class personal dedication, we work closely with global partners to make aviation more profitable, safer, and more sustainable — one turnaround at a time.

First linefit installation in the Boeing factory 1994

Our Journey Through Time

Discover the milestones that shaped our legacy

 
 
 
1986
 
Scandinavian Bellyloading Company was founded.
1987
 
First DC9-41 McDonnell Douglas installation at SAS.
1990
 
First F28-4000 installation at Linjeflyg.
1992
 
First Boeing 737-500 installation at Braathens and 757-200 at Condor.
1994
 
First linefit installation in the Boeing factory.
1995
 
First Sliding Carpet installation in Japan, Okinawa.
1997
 
Part of Teleflex/Telair.
New company name:
Telair International AB.
1998
 
First linefit installation in Airbus factory. An A320 for Condor.
2003
 
Start of RTT-development.

Year of approvals:

  • EASA Part 21J Design Organization.
  • EASA Part 145 Repair station approval.
  • AS9100/ISO9000 quality system certificate
2004
 
EASA STC approval for Airbus 320 and 319
2005
 
The first RTT is delivered.
2006
 
EASA STC approval for A320.
2010
 
First carbon fiber system delivered:
Sliding Carpet EDGE for B737-800.
2016
 
Awarded: “DHL Supplier of the Year 2016”.
2017
 
First EDGE system
for B737-8MAX delivered.
Also first carbon fiber system installed on A320neo at Azul.
2019
 
First B737-9MAX system installed at Iceland Air.
2020
 
Sliding Carpet STC and installation for Embraer E190E2.
2021
 
New owners, a Swedish investment group.
2022
 
New company name:
TurnTime Technologies AB
2025
 
First linefit of Sliding Carpet with tie-down points.
 

From humble beginnings to industry leader — the story continues, built on a foundation of trust.

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“The Sliding Carpet new light weight development is an excellent example of how DHL want their suppliers to to act: taking a leading roll by being pro-active introducing new technology to us.”

– Michael Niessen, CPO Deutsche Post DHL Group
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“We save at least 15-20 minutes in total (10 minutes off-loading and 10 minutes loading) with The Sliding Carpet.” “And we only need one onboard loader per cargo hold, and one on the ground.” “It is a very reliable system.”

– Sergios Diplarakos, Ground Operations & Airport Services Manager, Athens Airport, Greece
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“Airlines cannot survive on saving fuel. Just on saving minutes.”

– Michael J. Boyd, Forbes.com
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“We transport “marine products / sea food” daily, on all our flights. With The Sliding Carpet, we experience an annual saving of at least 25-30,000 Euro PER CARGO HOLD in terms of less corrosion, less damage to floor panels, side wall liners and ceiling panels, and NO MORE BAD SMELL from seafood leakage.”

– Guttormur Arnar Ingvason, Structures and Interior Engineer, Icelandair
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“I have checked with all the destinations we operate through-out Europe and there are no complaints from anyone at all. Not one single problem reported. We are very satisfied with The Sliding Carpet. It saves us time and manpower.”

– Frank Schau Olsen, VP Ground Operations, Wideroe, Norway
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“We have had Sliding Carpet since 2006 on all our A320/321ceo, and it has served us very well. It helps us on the turnarounds. It has proven itself to be very reliable and we have decided to continue with the installations now also covering our new fleet of A320/321neo.”

– Panos Nicolaidis, Director Ground Operations, Aegean Airlines
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“We load and unload a fully-seated 737-800 in 20 minutes, much thanks to the Sliding Carpet.”

– Bjørn Kjos, CEO / Founder of Norwegian Air Shuttle
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“If only one delay incident can be avoided thanks to The Sliding Carpet, the investment probably pays for itself in the first year.”

– Roy Westby, Director Flight Operations, Norwegian
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“The Sliding Carpet has proven to be more reliable than a human loader.”

– Miguel Puig, Director Ground Services, Globalia Handling
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“The Sliding Carpet saves 1-2 manpower. It has excellent reliability and aids our company to maximize both the efficient processing and transfer of shipments. The ground operations personal from DHL have been quite impressed with the system and have commented the system has reduced turnaround times.”

– Danny Nelson & Nigel Ward, DHL
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“It improves the ability to better optimise the hold volume, as all loading is now done in the wide open door space of the hold and not deep in the hold itself. This allows for faster and more efficient loading and off-loading of baggage and cargo from the aircraft giving SAA the opportunity to better control turnaround times without handling being the most time consuming factor.”

– Zuks Ramasia & Richard Hunt, South African Airways
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“After installing The Sliding Carpet, loading delays dropped and that helped all other delays as well.”

– Harris Markopoulos, Station Manager, Aegean Airlines
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“There has been a significant reduction in damage to side wall liners and floor panels.”

– Mark Bräuning, Eng. Payload Systems, Condor Germany

Cutting emissions, caring for people.

Turning time into sustainability.

Sustainability at Turntime

At Turntime, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the heart of what we do. Our innovative solutions reduce aircraft turnaround times, which means planes spend less time idling on the ground. This directly cuts unnecessary fuel consumption from auxiliary power units (APUs) and engine idling, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and helping protect our planet.

We also design for longevity and circularity. When components eventually need attention, our in-house repair and refurbishment program returns parts to serviceable condition using certified processes and quality-assured spares. By extending component lifecycles, prioritizing repair over replacement, and minimizing waste, we reduce environmental impact and total cost of ownership—without compromising reliability or performance.

But sustainability isn’t only about climate — it’s also about people. By improving the working conditions for workers, reducing physical strain, and creating safer, healthier workplaces, we actively support social sustainability too. Because a truly sustainable future is one where both the environment and the people working within it thrive.

Why Faster Turnarounds Matter for the Environment

When an airplane is on the ground, many times it still burns fuel to power systems and keep comfortable conditions on board — but without moving forward. This fuel burn from the APU is prohibited in many parts of the world. But as things are constantly unpredictable and conditions change, the reality as that the APUs of an aircraft are still very much running during turnarounds all around the world. This is inefficient and creates avoidable emissions.

By shortening turnaround time, our products minimize this idle fuel use, even if it is just once, it is important.

Caring for people and meeting global goals

Our commitment extends beyond the environment. Turntime’s solutions significantly reduce the physical strain and workload on cargo and ground handling teams, creating safer and healthier workplaces. This aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially:

Good Health and Well-Being — Promoting safer work environments. Our products reduces physical strain on cargo workers by 70%.

Decent Work and Economic Growth — Enabling fair, efficient, and modern labor practices that support workforce well-being.

Responsible Consumption and Production — Minimizing waste and improving resource efficiency throughout operations.

Climate Action — Reducing emissions to support more sustainable aviation and combat climate change.

At Turntime, we believe that true sustainability combines environmental responsibility with social care. By improving efficiency and safety together, we are proud to contribute to a healthier planet and better lives for those who keep the aviation industry moving.

Contact Us

info@turntime.com

+46 46 38 58 00