Ground Support Equipment & Services

LAX and VNY Remove Forever Chemicals from Firefighting Fleet

Los Angeles World Airports is removing firefighting foam containing PFAS from its firefighting vehicles at LAX and VNY.

Charging Stations to Power Electric Ground Support Equipment at JFK

Electric charging stations have been installed at JFK Airport to power Delta Air Lines' electric ground support equipment.

easyJet Transitions to Electric Maintenance Vehicles to Cut Emissions

easyJet is transitioning its engineering and maintenance vehicle fleet to electric vehicles across major UK and European bases.

Swissport Accelerates Shift to Electric Ground Support

From January 2025, Swissport is mandating the purchase of electric-powered variants for many of its ground support vehicles.

Munich Airport Expands Electric Bus Fleet with MAN Lion's City E

Munich Airport (MUC) has ordered 49 all-electric MAN Lion's City E buses as part of its sustainability strategy.

Aurrigo Expands into US to Deploy Autonomous Airport Tug at CVG

Aurrigo International has opened its first operational office in the US at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).

Improving Safety and Efficiency in Air Traffic Control

TAV Technologies discusses the airport industry's significant transformation with the introduction of remote tower operations.

Swissport Gains Ground Handling License at Frankfurt Airport

Swissport has been awarded a license to provide electrified ground handling services at Frankfurt Airport in Germany.

Understanding The Striker® Volterra™ EV Battery Capabilities

Oshkosh lays out the capabilities and reliability of the Striker® Volterra™ electric Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles.

OXCCU Launches SAF Production Plant at London Oxford Airport

OXCCU has launched its first demonstration plant for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production at London Oxford Airport (OXF). 

WFS to Provide Ramp Handling Services at JFK Terminal 4

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been selected to provide ramp handling services at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal …

UK: Hydrogen Refuelling Station Planned at Teesside International Airport

Plans for a new hydrogen refuelling station at Teesside International Airport (MME) have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council. 

EUROCONTROL and FREQUENTIS Extend Long-Term Contract

Frequentis has been awarded a two-year industrial partner contract extension, continuing their long-standing relationship with EUROCONTROL.

Schiphol Airport Tests World's First Hydrogen-Powered GPU

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) has become the first airport globally to test a hydrogen-powered Ground Power Unit (GPU).

UK: Exeter Airport to Trial Hydrogen Ground Support Equipment

Exeter Airport is set to trial hydrogen-fuelled ground support equipment with Regional and City Airports, TUI and Cranfield University.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and KLM Test Electric Self-Driving Shuttles

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and KLM are testing an electric self-driving shuttle service for flight crew.

Aurrigo Deploys Autonomous Auto-DollyTug at Stuttgart Airport

Aurrigo has successfully demonstrated the use of its Auto-DollyTug autonomous technology at Stuttgart Airport in Germany. 

Airbus to Develop Hydrogen Infrastructure at London Gatwick

Airbus has partnered with London Gatwick Airport (LGW), easyJet, and Air Products to advance the development of hydrogen infrastructure.

NATS Technology to Prioritise Environmental Performance at Heathrow

NATS has developed technology for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to measure and prioritise the environmental performance of arriving flights.

Brussels Airport Pilots Hydrogen Tractor and Refuelling Station

Brussels Airport is collaborating with VIL and DHL to trial a hydrogen refuelling station and a hydrogen-powered Mulag tractor.

Magtec and Fluid Transfer International Unveil Electric Aircraft Refueller

Magtec and Fluid Transfer International have developed a zero-emission electric aircraft refueller for large aircraft and small jets.

Comparing the Striker® ARFF 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8

Oshkosh walks through the differences and similarities between the Striker® ARFF 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8.

Airbus and ZeroAvia Partner with Canadian Airports on Hydrogen Study

Airbus and ZeroAvia have partnered with Canada's three largest airports to study the feasibility of establishing hydrogen infrastructure.

Green Skies Ahead: Future-Proofing Airports for Sustainable Aviation

From 15-16 May, the Sustainable Skies World Summit explored the infrastructure requirements for airports to support zero-emission aircraft.

Swissport Introduces New Electric Vehicles at BSL & GVA Airports

Swissport has introduced a new set of electric vehicles at both Basel (BSL) and Geneva (GVA) airport.

Airbus, Delta and Plug Power Study Hydrogen Feasibility at ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Airbus, Delta Air Lines and Plug Power are studying the use of hydrogen fuel at ATL.

GOLIAT Project to Support Adoption of Liquid Hydrogen at Airports

Airbus is leading a consortium of partners launching the GOLIAT (Ground Operations of LIquid Hydrogen AircrafT) project. 

SAF and Hydrogen Production Planned at Pittsburgh International Airport

KeyState Energy, CNX, and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) plan to establish a hydrogen and SAF production facility at the airport.

ZeroAvia Commends US Congress on FAA Reauthorisation

ZeroAvia has commended the United States Congress's passing of a five-year reauthorisation of the Federal Aviation Administration.

ADM Aéroports de Montréal Taking Five Oshkosh ARFF Vehicles

Oshkosh Airport Products has announced ADM Aéroports de Montréal has taken delivery of 5 Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 6x6 ARFF vehicles…

ESS Energy Warehouse Commissioned at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

ESS Technology has commissioned a long-duration energy storage (LDES) system at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).

Groupe ADP Purchases Four Electric ARFF Vehicles

Oshkosh has sold its first fully electric ARFF vehicles in Europe to Groupe ADP for use at Paris–Le Bourget Airport (LBG).

UK: easyJet Completes Hydrogen Refuelling Trial at Bristol Airport

easyJet's Project Acorn, the UK's first airside hydrogen refuelling trial at a major airport, has concluded at Bristol Airport (BRS). 

Schiphol Airport Trials Autonomous Airside Buses

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is testing electric autonomous Ohmio buses as part of its airside operations. 

US: $110 Million to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded an additional 110 million USD in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to 71 airports.…

British Airways Overhauls Ground Support Equipment at Heathrow Airport

British Airways is overhauling its airport ground support equipment at London Heathrow Airport in order to reduce emissions.

Transitioning to Future-Ready ATM

Ahead of Airspace World 2024, experts Clive McNabb and Yasudha Sahi examine what the future holds for ATM.

Brisbane Airport Commences Construction on $50 Million Parcel Facility

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) has commenced construction on a 50 million AUD parcel facility for Australia Post.

FAA Deploys Surface Safety Technology at US Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is rolling out a new surface safety tool at airports across the US. 

KINTO Join Makes Sustainable Commuting Fun with Gamification!

KINTO Join empowers companies to motivate more employees to adopt sustainable commuting practices through gamification.

Project CAELUS Paves Way for Drone Flights at UK Airports

Simulations conducted by Project CAELUS and NATS will help bring remotely piloted drone flights to some of the UK's busiest airports. 

Skytanking to Deploy Electric Refuelling Truck at Stuttgart Airport

Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks and Esterer have delivered an electric aircraft refuelling vehicle to Skytanking at Stuttgart Airport (STR).

Hydrogen Trials Underway in Wellington

A group of four New Zealand businesses have joined forces to introduce the use of hydrogen in an aviation setting during a new trial in Aote…

The 5 Most Important Aspects of ARFF New Vehicle Inspection

Oshkosh Airport Products thoroughly inspects every new ARFF vehicle to ensure it have built the best quality product.

Frequentis to Install Validation System for a Virtual Tower at MUC

FREQUENTIS DFS AEROSENSE has been chosen to install a new Validation System for a Virtual Tower at Munich Airport.

London Gatwick Airport Powers Vehicles with HVO

London Gatwick has cut the Scope 1 emissions from its diesel-powered vehicles by 90% after swapping to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).

The New Terminal One at JFK Launches RFP for Electric Ground Service Equipment

The New Terminal One at JFK has issued a RFP for the supply and operation of a fleet of electric ground service equipment.

Menzies Aviation Installs Solar Panels at Prague Airport

Menzies Aviation has installed almost 900 solar panels at its cargo facility at Prague Airport (PRG) in the Czech Republic. 

Deployable Digital Tower Solutions to Receive a Boost In Singapore

Frequentis and ST Engineering have created an MoU to develop deployable digital tower solutions within Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Frankfurt Airport to Electrify Ground Power Supply

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is upgrading its ground power connections and mobile ground power units to rely solely on electric drives.

5 Ways to Optimize ARFF Vehicle Maintenance

Oshkosh highlights 5 ways to properly maintain your ARFF vehicle to guarantee it’s ready to perform when called to an emergency.

Swissport Italy Invests €11 Million in Electric Vehicles

Swissport has announced it will be investing roughly 11 million EUR into the purchase of a slew of new electric vehicles.

MoU to Explore Hydrogen Infrastructure at Airports in Sweden and Norway

Airbus, Avinor, SAS, Swedavia and Vattenfall have signed a MoU to explore the use of hydrogen infrastructure at airports in Sweden and Norwa…

Austin Airport Gets Advanced Air Traffic Tower Simulation System

The FAA has confirmed that Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is the first in the US to get the modernised Tower Simulation System.

The Evolution of the Striker® ARFF in Airport Fire Rescue

Oshkosh walks through the evolution of the Striker® ARFF and the company's journey to excellence in the Airport Fire Rescue industry.

ZeroAvia to Develop Liquid Hydrogen Refuelling Trucks for Airports

ZeroAvia has been awarded 3.25 million USD in funding to produce high-efficiency liquid hydrogen refuelling trucks for use at airports. 

Ford International Airport Funds Innovative Industry Technologies

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority has announced over 200,000 USD in additional grant funding through its FLITE programme. 

UK: £120 Million Investment Begins at EMA

East Midlands Airport has announced a new investment programme of over 120 million GBP to be allocated toward improving passenger experience…

4 Reasons the HRET is a Game-Changing Feature on ARFF Vehicles

The HRET provides ARFF firefighters with countless benefits to enhance any aircraft rescue and emergency response experience on the runway. …

DHL Invests £16 Million in Electric Ground Service Equipment for EMA

DHL Express UK has invested 16 million GBP into electric ground service vehicles and associated infrastructure at East Midlands Airport.

SITA eWAS Helps SWISS Avoid Turbulence

SITA eWAS is now deployed across all SWISS aircraft, enabling pilots to anticipate and avoid adverse weather conditions and turbulence.

Hamburg Airport Joins Airbus' Hydrogen Hub at Airports Network

Hamburg Airport (HAM) has become the first airport to join Airbus' international 'Hydrogen Hub at Airports' network.

United Airlines Dulles Airport Operation is ICELINK®'d Up

United Airlines (UAL) deicing operation at Dulles Airport upgrades to JCAIIs ICELINK® deicing winter operating system.

AI To Optimise Saudi Arabian Air Traffic Management

Frequentis has been selected by SANS to explore how data analytics can be utilised in order to optimise its air traffic management.

Australia: Google Maps Indoor View Now Available at SYD

In a first for the country, Google has launched its Indoor Live View software at Sydney Airport (SYD).

Menzies Aviation and Wizz Air Conduct Electric Turnarounds at Budapest Airport

Menzies Aviation is now performing fully electric turnarounds for Wizz Air flights at Budapest Airport (BUD) in Hungary. 

Empowering Airport Operations with Generative AI

TAV Technologies’ Total Airport Management Suite (TAMS) serves as the central platform for overseeing all airport processes.

Understanding NFPA Codes and Standards

Oshkosh explains why these NFPA guidelines matter and how you can contribute to improving the safety of the airport fire industry.

Finavia to Use Recycled De-Icing Fluid at Helsinki Airport

Finavia has announced that it will start using recycled propylene glycol de-icing fluid at Helsinki Airport (HEL) this month. 

Level 4 Autonomous Baggage Tractor Operates at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

Ground handler, Alyzia has commenced Level 4 operations of an autonomous baggage tractor at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport. 

Bristol Airport to Refurbish Air Traffic Control Tower

Bristol Airport (BRS) has commenced work on a six-month refurbishment project for its Air Traffic Control Tower.

Eindhoven Airport Employs AI to Improve Turnaround

Eindhoven Airport (EIN) has begun using AI to further improve its aircraft turnaround process and minimise delays.

South Metro Fire Rescue and Centennial Airport Upgrade Fleet

South Metro Fire Rescue and Centennial Airport have bolstered their emergency response capabilities with two Oshkosh ARFF vehicles.

Munich Airport and Dabico to Develop Autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridges

At inter airport Europe, Munich Airport and Dabico signed a Letter of Intent to develop autonomous passenger boarding bridges.

Staying Connected and Resilient During Extreme Winter Weather

Airports are essential for connecting people and businesses, but winter weather can be a major disruption to operations.

NACO Shines a Spotlight on Aviation Careers in Africa

NACO commemorated the 2023 Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD); an initiative connecting the youth to aviation professionals and careers in aviatio…

UPS and Aurrigo to Pilot Auto-Cargo Vehicle at East Midlands Airport

UPS and Aurrigo have launched a pilot programme to trial the use of an autonomous electric cargo vehicle at East Midlands Airport (EMA).

DFW Orders Six Oshkosh ARFF Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has ordered six Oshkosh Striker Volterra hybrid-electric ARFF vehicles.

Better Parking Management - The Secret to a Happy Employee

KINTO Join explores the symptoms of parking anxiety and the best way to tackle this issue with more efficient mobility solutions.

Acubed to Trial Airside AI-Powered Solutions at DFW

Airbus’ Acubed has signed a MoU with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to explore how AI can enhance airport ground operations. 

UK Civil Aviation Authority to Review NATS Technical Failure

The UK Civil Aviation Authority is launching an independent review into the NATS technical issue that occurred on Monday 28 August.

Oshkosh to Supply Hybrid Electric ARFF Vehicles at Western Sydney International

Airservices Australia has ordered four Oshkosh Striker Volterra 6x6 ARFF hybrid electric vehicles for Western Sydney International Airport.

Philippines: Cebu Pacific Trials Electric Baggage Tractor

Cebu Pacific is trialling an electric baggage tractor and charging station at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila. 

Oshkosh Striker Production: A Visit to Oshkosh Airport Products

Ready to purchase a new ARFF truck? Learn about the Oshkosh Striker and what to expect from a visit to the Oshkosh facility.

Frequentis Provides New Zealand Airspace Safety Enhancement

Airways New Zealand Ltd (Airways) has again selected Frequentis' message handling system for the modernisation of its existing network.

New Electric Equipment to Provide Power to Parked Planes at Schiphol

Schiphol Airport is electrifying it ground equipment, deploying 30 new electric Ground Power Units (e-GPUs).

Finavia Pilots Hydrogen Fuel to Power Heavy Airport Equipment

At Helsinki Airport, Finavia has become the first airport company in Europe to trial the use of hydrogen to power heavy airport equipment.

Menzies Deploys Electric Ground Handling Equipment at Entebbe Airport

Menzies Aviation has replaced diesel ground handling equipment at Entebbe Airport (EBB) in Uganda with electric alternatives. 

UK Funding Supports Rollout of Hydrogen Vehicles at Teesside Airport

Two projects led by ULEMCo and Element 2 have received government funding to support the rollout of hydrogen-powered ground support vehicles…

Airside 5G Aviation Testbed Launched at Singapore Changi Airport

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and Singtel have launched an airside 5G Aviation Testbed at Changi Airport Terminal 3.

Enhance Airspace Communication with FREQUENTIS X10

Frequentis’ innovative X10 VCS has been selected to enhance airspace communication at YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport in Canada.

LAWA Selects Project Partners for LAX Cargo Modernization Program

Los Angeles World Airports has selected project partners for the Cargo Modernization Program at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

EUROCONTROL and FREQUENTIS Continue Trusted Partnership

Frequentis Comsoft will provide additional support for EUROCONTROL’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) Surveillance Tracker and Server (ARTAS).

NATS to Deploy New Contingency Control Tower at London Heathrow

NATS has been contracted to deliver a new contingency control tower at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to replace the existing facility.

United Airlines Invests in Electric Power Systems to Decarbonise Operations

United Airlines is investing in Electric Power Systems (EPS) to enhance its ground operations and facilitate all-electric flights. 

BMDV to Fund Rollout of Electric Ground Power Supply Units for Aircraft

Germany's BMDV has launched a new funding programme to support the rollout of sustainable ground power supply units for aircraft. 

ARFF Vehicle Turrets for Fire Suppression

A wide range of fires inside & outside the fuselage, as well as ground fires can be successfully extinguished with Oshkosh ARFF vehicles.

KCIA Secures Purchase Order for Oshkosh Striker Volterra

KCIA has signed a purchase agreement for the revolutionary Striker® Volterra™ 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting hybrid electric vehicle.

evoBOT Autonomous Robot Trialed for Cargo Operations at Munich Airport

The autonomous evoBot robot is undergoing its first practical test in the cargo terminal and on the apron at Munich Airport. 

Frequentis to Implement Drone Management Solution in Lithuania

Oro Navigacija has selected Frequentis's UTM solution to allow the safe and efficient introduction of drones into Lithuanian airspace.

Loganair Completes Its First All-Electric Aircraft Turnaround

Loganair, the UK's largest regional airline, has achieved its first all-electric aircraft turnaround following a 2 million GBP investment.

Oshkosh Corporation to Acquire Aerotech Business

Oshkosh Corporation has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the AeroTech business from JBT Corporation.

Menzies Aviation to Deploy i6 Fuel Management Technology at Additional UK Airports

Menzies Aviation has extended its partnership with i6 to deploy digital fuel management technology at four additional UK airports.

NASA Partners With Airlines to Improve Air Traffic Control Operations

NASA has signed agreements with five US airlines to develop its air traffic decision-making tool that can reduce delays and save fuel. 

Scottish Government Funds Hydrogen Infrastructure Project at Glasgow Airport

A consortium led by Glasgow Airport and Ikigai has secured funding to explore the feasibility of a hydrogen production and distribution hub.

World Fuel Repowers Refuelling Vehicles with Electric Drives

World Fuel Services has converted diesel-powered refuelling trucks at Toulon Hyères Airport into all-electric vehicles.

IATA Outlines Priorities for Ground Handling Sector

At its Ground Handling Conference in Abu Dhabi, the IATA presented a list of priorities for the ground handling sector. 

11 Features of the Striker® Volterra™ Electric ARFF Truck

Oshkosh is proud to be a pioneer in the electrification of the firefighting sector with the development of its Striker Volterra ARFF truck.

PHL Upgrades Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Training Facilities

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has upgraded its fire safety training equipment to include the latest industry technology.

UK Liverpool John Lennon Airport Selects FREQUENTIS

Frequentis will provide Air Traffic Control Services Ltd. with two voice communication systems for Liverpool airport in the North of England…

Airfield Automation: Plainly a Good Idea

Autonomous technology could be the future of ramp operations, allowing ground-handling activities to become safer and more efficient.

DFW Redevelopment Aims to Grow Its Cargo Presence

DFW has is developing its 19th Street Cargo facility to enhance the airport's ability to process international cargo.

FAA Selects Design for New Control Towers at Municipal Airports

The FAA has selected a design by Practice for Architecture and Urbanism for new air traffic control towers at municipal and smaller airports…

Air India to Launch TaxiBot Operations at Delhi and Bengaluru Airports

Air India has signed an agreement with KSU Aviation to launch TaxiBot operations at Delhi Airport (DEL) and Bengaluru Airport (BLR).

FREQUENTIS Modernises Aeronautical Communication for Korea

The Korean Airport Cooperation has successfully put the Aeronautical Message Handling (AMHS) switch from Frequentis Comsoft into operation.

ZeroAvia and Absolut Hydrogen to Develop Liquid Hydrogen Airport Infrastructure

ZeroAvia and Absolut Hydrogen have partnered to develop liquid hydrogen production, storage and refuelling infrastructure at airports.

UK: Jet Zero Council Releases Action Plan for Zero-Emission Flight

The Jet Zero Council has released a plan for developing zero-emission aircraft and installing the related infrastructure at UK airports.

FREQUENTIS’ Order Intake Exceeds EUR 400 Million

Airport data management leaders FREQUENTIS’ order intake has exceeded EUR 400 million for the first time in the company's history.

Renewable Diesel to Power Airside Equipment at SAN

NACO to Study Hydrogen Storage at Rotterdam The Hague Airport

NACO's leading aviation consultants are set to analyse the concept design and safety aspects of a hydrogen storage and dispensing facility.

Oshkosh Hosts Firefighters for Final Inspection of Striker ARFF 6x6

Oshkosh had the pleasure of hosting a crew of firefighters from North Okaloosa Fire District for an inspection of their Striker ARFF 6x6.

TLD Group Will Attend The Airport Show

TLD is pleased to announce its participation at The Airport Show as it exhibits on STAND S2340 alongside sister Alvest Group Companies.

Japan: Peach Aviation Trials Remote-Controlled Ground Support Equipment

Peach Aviation has partnered with Kansai Airports, Panasonic and Nagase & Co to commence trials of remote-controlled ground support equipmen…

MSG Aviation to Build World's Largest Deicing Robot at Oslo Airport

MSG Aviation will construct a robot powered by AI at Oslo Airport, where it will carry out deicing and service procedures. 

Toronto Pearson Deploys Assaia's ApronAI to Optimise Operations

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority is integrating Assaia's ApronAI technology at Toronto Pearson International Airport’s (YYZ) gates.

ARFF Foam Testing and Environmental Impact

The Oshkosh ECO EFP™ testing system tests the foam proportioning system on ARFF vehicles to determine if it is operating properly.

FREQUENTIS Enhance Remote Digital Tower Safety & Efficiency

FREQUENTIS is leading an artificial intelligence research project to enhance remote digital tower safety and efficiency.

United Airlines to Modernise Its Deicing Operations with JCAII's Icelink

United Airlines is set to modernise its US deicing operations with a system-wide deployment of JCAII's Icelink solution.

FREQUENTIS and Avinor Win the Air Traffic Management Award

Avinor, Frequentis, and Norwegian Air Ambulance have been awarded for the safe and effective integration of drones into traditional airspace…

SITA Set to Improve Airspace Efficiency in Serbia & Montenegro

SMATSA has selected SITA as its primary datalink service provider to comply with a mandate to modernise air traffic control communications.

FREQUENTIS and LVNL Extend Integrated Tower Solution

FREQUENTIS AG and LVNL have extended their Integrated Tower solution at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam to increase efficiency.

Rushlift to Electrify easyJet's Ground-Handling Fleet at LGW

Rushlift GSE has won an extension on its five-year agreement to manage easyJet’s ground-handling fleet at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). 

Schiphol Presents Action Plan to Reduce APU Use

Royal Schiphol Group has submitted an action plan on reducing the use of auxiliary power units (APU) at Amsterdam Airport (AMS).

Fraport Trials Autonomous Baggage and Freight Tractors at Frankfurt Airport

Fraport is trialling an autonomous baggage and freight tractor on an eight-kilometre test track at ​​Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

Airservices Australia Selects Frequentis Platform LifeX

Airservices Australia has selected Frequentis for a continent-wide solution for its Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service.

Vueling to Deploy WheelTug Electric Taxi Solution

Vueling has partnered with WheelTug to deploy its electric taxi solution that enables aircraft engines to remain switched off on the ground.

London Heathrow's Incentive Scheme Aims to Triple SAF Usage in 2023

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has embarked on the second year of its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) incentive scheme.

Arizona Airport Takes Delivery of an Oshkosh Striker

Grand Canyon West Airport in Arizona has taken delivery of an Oshkosh® Airport Products Striker® 4x4 ARFF vehicle.

UK: BHX Partners with ZeroAvia to Support Hydrogen-Powered Flight

ZeroAvia and Birmingham Airport (BHX) have announced a partnership to support zero-emission, hydrogen-powered air travel.

Orlando International Airport Orders 2 Rosenbauer ARFF Vehicles

Orlando International Airport (MCO) has purchased two new Rosenbauer Panther Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles.

Brussels Airport Inaugurates New Pier B Boarding Bridges

Brussels Airport has begun replacing its Pier B boarding bridges, inaugurating the first two modernised bridges on 13 February 2023. 

Electric Vehicle Technology and Why it Matters

Oshkosh gives a brief breakdown of different kinds of electric-based vehicle systems, stressing the importance of the move to electric power…

US: NARTP Awarded $2.25 Million to Advance Airfield Automation

The National Aerospace Research & Technology Park (NARTP) has been awarded 2.249 million USD to advance airfield automation technologies.

Menzies Pilots Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure at LAX

Menzies is piloting Mullen electric vans and Loop charging infrastructure across its operations at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

ZeroAvia and Shell to Deliver Hydrogen Flights from Rotterdam Airport

ZeroAvia is collaborating with Shell and Rotterdam The Hague Airport to enable commercial hydrogen-powered passenger flights by 2025.

Germany: Hydrogen Aviation Centre to Be Built at Stuttgart Airport

H2FLY and Stuttgart Airport have announced a project to construct a Hydrogen Aviation Centre at Stuttgart Airport in Baden-Württemberg.

SITA Partners with Zamna to Digitise Travel Processes

SITA & Zamna Technologies are innovating travel processes with cutting-edge technology to strengthen airline, airport, and border solutions.

Raven SR and H2 Dynamics to Develop Hydrogen Facilities for Ground Operations

Raven SR has signed a MoU with H3 Dynamics to collaborate on waste-to-hydrogen energy systems for airport ground operations.

GTAA Awards Contract to JCAII for Replacement of EMBs at CDF

The Greater Toronto Airport Authority has awarded JCAII a contract to provide its EMB technology at one of the largest CDFs in the world.

Independent Suspensions in ARFF Vehicle Design

Oshkosh argues the case for always incorporating Independent Suspensions when designing Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicles.

FREQUENTIS IT-Based Voice Communication System

FREQUENTIS is providing Austro Control with a new IT-Based Voice Communication System for Schwechat Tower, Vienna.

Netherlands: Schiphol Airport to Install New De-Icing Solution

Volker has contracted JCAII to install its Icelink and Icelink SmartPad de-icing solution at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Saudi Ground Services to Use Hydrogen Fuel at Dammam Airport

Air Products Qudra has signed an agreement with Saudi Ground Services to supply its 'Hydrogen for Mobility' solution at Dammam Airport (DMM)…

Schiphol Renews EMBs, Invests in Deicing Operations with JCAII

Schiphol Airport has contracted JCAII to deliver Icelink® and Icelink® SmartPad® products, including its latest generation of EMBs.

Metaverse Operations, Autonomous EVs and the Digital Economy

SITA's new report examines 12 emerging transport megatrends that will significantly morph the travel landscape by 2033.

FREQUENTIS Enhances Airspace Safety in Spain

ENAIRE is upgrading 14 contingency voice communication systems across nine different locations in Spain with help from Frequentis.

Schiphol Airport's Ground Handling Vehicles to Run Entirely on Renewable Fuel

All ground handling vehicles on the apron at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will be refuelled solely with renewable HVO100 fuel from January 202…

Liquid Hydrogen Refuelling Facility to Be Built at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

Airbus and ArianeGroup are building the first liquid hydrogen refuelling facility at Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS) for the ZEROe aircraft.

Eight African Nations Upgrade AMHS with Frequentis

An Advanced Aviation Message Handling System (AMHS) from Frequentis has been put into operation in ASECNA member countries.

HyNet Plans to Connect Hydrogen Pipeline to Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport aims to become the first UK airport to have a direct supply of low carbon hydrogen fuel due to a collaboration with HyNet…

Major Safety Boost for French Airspace with Increased Automation

French air navigation service provider DSNA has selected SITA Safety Cube to advance operational safety and promote a strong safety culture.

Long Beach Airport Deploys New Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Vehicle

Long Beach Airport (LGB) has purchased a new Oshkosh Striker 6X6 Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle.

FAA Funding to Prepare US Airports for Winter Weather

The FAA has awarded more than 76.2 million USD to help 85 airports in 28 states prepare for the approaching winter weather.

Reigniting Regional Travel, Australia's Air Transport Opportunity

SITA discusses Australia's strong resurgence in domestic air travel, with 4.7 million passengers flying domestically in July 2022.

Decarbonizing Operations Is Not a 'Nice-to-Have'

SITA CEO Yann Cabaret explains the importance of decreasing carbon emissions in the aviation industry and what steps can be taken right now.

Royal Schiphol Group to Invest in up to 10,000 EV Charging Points

By 2030, Royal Schiphol Group will install up to 10,000 new charging stations for electric vehicles (EV) across its airports.

Message Handling System Put into Operation in Latin America

Frequentis Comsoft has deployed an Enhanced Message Handling System for Argentinian Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) EANA.

ATCA Awards Massimo Garbini the Glen A. Gilbert Memorial Award

Massimo Garbini, Frequentis ATM executive Board Member, has been selected as the 2022 recipient of the Glen A. Gilbert Memorial Award.

IATA Launches Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Services

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched an Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers. 

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Ready for Expected Growth

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Tower has been replaced by a new tower fitted with an integrated digital tower solution from Frequentis.

Scotland: AGS Airports and ZeroAvia to Collaborate on Developing Hydrogen Infrastructure

AGS Airports is collaborating with ZeroAvia to explore the development of hydrogen fuel infrastructure for delivering zero-emission flights.

Swissport to Open Air Cargo Centre at Central Japan International Airport

Swissport has announced it is opening an air cargo centre at Central Japan International Airport (Chubu Centrair International Airport, NGO)…

Recent Advancements of the Oshkosh Snozzle HRET

Oshkosh details recent innovations of its Oshkosh Snozzle - High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET), a powerful firefighting tool.

ZIEGLER to Deliver World's First Hybrid ARFF to Cranfield Airport

ZIEGLER Group will supply the world’s first hybrid aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to Cranfield Airport in Bedfordshire, UK.

SITA eWAS Dispatch Helps Azul Enhance Its Weather Resiliency

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, has implemented SITA eWAS Dispatch, a new-generation flight tracking and weather data solution.

Siemens Logistics Partners With Qatar Airways Group on Digitalising Cargo Handling

Siemens Logistics, Qatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) Cargo are cooperating on digitalising cargo handling processes.

London Stansted Opens New Double Airbridge

London Stansted Airport has opened a new double airbridge to boost its ability to handle long-haul aircraft.

Frankfurt Airport to Expand Its Electrified Ground Services Fleet

The State of Hesse is providing Fraport AG with 690,000 EUR to help electrify Frankfurt Airport's (FRA) ground services.

Germany: WheelTug and Düsseldorf Airport to Study Feasibility of Electric Taxiing

FAA Awards $31 Million to Expand Cargo Infrastructure at US Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded more than 31 million USD to expand cargo infrastructure at nine airports in the US.

UL Solutions Launches New Standard for Electric Ground Support Equipment

UL Solutions has launched a new service and standard for evaluating lithium-ion battery-powered electric ground support equipment at airport…

Lödige Industries to Automate Cargo Facility at JFK

Aeroterm has selected Lödige Industries to automate the cargo system at John F. Kennedy International Airport‘s (JFK) new facility.

Netherlands: Hydrogen Refuelling Station to Be Built at Groningen Airport Eelde

Groningen Airport Eelde, TotalEnergies Marketing Nederland and New Energy Coalition will build a hydrogen refuelling station at the airport.

Stuttgart Airport Deploys Autonomous Snow Clearing Vehicles

Aebi Schmidt Group and Flughafen Stuttgart are testing autonomous snow clearing vehicles and equipment at Stuttgart airport.

Italy: Torino Airport Achieves Zero-Emission Aircraft Turnaround

Torino Airport is deploying an electrically powered fleet of ground handling vehicles to achieve zero-emission aircraft turnarounds.

dnata to Trial AeroVect's Autonomous Ground Support Equipment

Aircraft ground handler, dnata has partnered with AeroVect to pilot and deploy its autonomous ground support equipment. 

Jersey Airport to Support Hydrogen-Powered Flights

Ports of Jersey, Blue Islands and Universal Hydrogen have announced a collaboration to power flights to and from Jersey Airport with hydroge…

IAG Cargo Trials First Electric Terminal Tractor at London Heathrow

IAG Cargo has begun trials of its first Terberg electric terminal tractor at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Brisbane Airport Unveils Australia’s First All-Electric Refueller

Air bp will operate Australia's first all-electric refuelling vehicle to help reduce emissions at Brisbane Airport.

AGI Acquires ATS to Expand Ground Handling Services

Alliance Ground International (AGI) has acquired Airport Terminal Services (ATS) as part of its ongoing growth strategy.

National Express Trials Electric Bus at London Stansted

National Express is trialling an electric bus to carry passengers from their gate to the plane at London Stansted Airport.

Should Airports be Preparing for Electric-Powered Flight?

At a Future Mobility Sector Day, Petalite argued that the industry needs an increased focus on charging infrastructure for electric aircraft…

Agility Completes Acquisition of Menzies Aviation

Agility has finalised its acquisition of John Menzies PLC and will combine the company with its National Aviation Services (NAS) business.

AlbaStar to Deploy WheelTug Electric Taxi System

WheelTug has signed Spanish airline, AlbaStar as its Launch Customer for Europe to deploy the WheelTug electric taxi solution.

ZeroAvia and EIA Collaborate on Hydrogen Infrastructure

Edmonton International Airport (EIA) and ZeroAvia are collaborating on developing hydrogen infrastructure.

All Airports in England to be Zero-Emission by 2040

At Farnborough International Airshow, the UK government released its Jet Zero strategy, mandating all airports to be zero-emission by 2040.

easyJet and SEA Collaborate on Sustainable Operations at Milan Airports

SEA and easyJet have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on implementing more sustainable airport operations in Milan.

LAWA Promotes Unleaded Aviation Fuel Adoption at VNY

Los Angeles World Airports and Signature Flight Support are accelerating the adoption of unleaded aviation fuel at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). 

Airbus and Linde to Develop Hydrogen Infrastructure for Airports

Airbus has signed a MoU with Linde to work on the development of hydrogen infrastructure at airports worldwide. 

Building a Sustainable Aviation Industry From the Ground Up

To advance a sustainable future for the aviation industry, it remains crucial for airlines to continue decarbonising ground operations.