Siemens Logistics was awarded a major order to modernize the baggage handling system (BHS) at Terminal 1 KL International Airport in Malaysia. The order covers the systematic phase-out of the existing system as well as the design, installation and commissioning of a new BHS. Siemens will supply the latest VarioTray and VarioBelt technology, the VarioStore early bag store and high-performance controlling software. The customer is the airport operator Malaysia Airports.

“We are delighted to have won this strategically important order in Kuala Lumpur,” said Michael Reichle, CEO of Siemens Logistics. “Our advanced technologies will give the airport a sustainable competitive advantage.”

Michael Schneider, Executive Vice President at Siemens Logistics, added: “We are proud that Malaysia Airports decided to place its trust in us following long, intense evaluations. In a consortium with the local company T7 Global, we will contribute added value for our customer’s journey towards increasing its capacities.”

“Our consortium partner Siemens Logistics is one of the world’s leading industry players with extensive project execution experience particularly in the live airport environment and a reliable partner to work with,” explained Tan Kay Zhuin, Group Chief Executive Officer, T7 Global. “We are excited to be part of this prestigious project.”