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Ground handling

Ground handling is the process of servicing an aircraft when it is parked, usually between flights whilst the plane is at the airport terminal gate.

Ground handling is frequently subcontracted by airlines to the airports they use, to third-party agents or to other airlines.

The ground handling team is made up of staff who perform a wide range of functions including:

Ramp handling: guiding the plane into position and operating
Servicing vehicles on the tarmac
Refuelling and maintenance of the aircraft
Clearing of the cabin and restocking of the catering supplies
Check-in and boarding at the terminal gate

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Menzies Aviation joins worldwide mission to decarbonise aviation

19 July 2022 | By International Airport Review

Menzies Aviation has joined the Mission Possible Partnership, an alliance of climate leaders focused on decarbonising some of the world’s highest-emitting industries.

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DEN receives 2022 Leading Airport Fleet Award

8 June 2022 | By International Airport Review

In recognition of Denver International Airport’s alternative and sustainable ground handling fleet assets, the airport has been awarded the 2022 Leading Airport Fleet award by Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.

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Reforms needed to retain ground handling talent

6 June 2022 | By International Airport Review

As aviation’s post-COVID-19 recovery continues, the International Air Transport Association has called for holistic reforms to manage the need for a stable talent base for the ground handling sector.

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Europe’s airports and ground handlers discuss complex challenges

9 May 2022 | By International Airport Review

In a recent statement, airports and ground handlers across Europe have spoken out about the complex operational and staffing challenges they face as they enter the post-COVID-19 summer travel season.

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Smart digitalisation of customer service

9 May 2022 | By Maxim Romanenko

Maxim Romanenko, Director of Ground Handling of Northern Capital Gateway Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg, discusses digital services and whether they are a solution for passenger service enhancement in a post-COVID-19 era of air travel.

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Houston Airport welcomes new aircraft maintenance facility

25 April 2022 | By International Airport Review

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport has welcomed Spirit Airlines large new aircraft maintenance hangar facility, which aims to drive job opportunities for the local community.

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Washington Dulles International Airport proposes new 14-gate concourse

12 April 2022 | By International Airport Review

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has proposed a new 14-gate concourse at Washington Dulles International Airport, which will replace current outdoor boarding areas, expand passenger amenities, and support new jobs.

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Menzies Aviation secures renewal with Aer Lingus at Heathrow

8 April 2022 | By International Airport Review

Global aviation logistics specialist, Menzies Aviation, has secured a renewal of its long-standing partnership and ground operations contract with Aer Lingus at London Heathrow Airport.

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Amsterdam Airport approves digital declarations to streamline cargo chain

7 April 2022 | By International Airport Review

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has welcomed Automated Nomination, which will ensure import cargo is automatically assigned to the correct forwarder before it physically arrives at the airport.

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dnata to expand cargo operations into Cologne Bonn Airport

7 April 2022 | By International Airport Review

dnata has revealed plans to expand its European footprint through the planned acquisition of the Germany-based Wisskirchen Handling Services, the exclusive operator of the Cologne Bonn Cargo Centre.

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The enduring challenges facing ground handling service providers

30 March 2022 | By Thomas Romig

Thomas Romig, Vice President Safety Security and Operations at ACI, shares his insight into the multifaceted challenges currently facing the ground handling sector, and explains why the interdependent relationship between air operators, airports, and ground handling sector providers is key to solving them.

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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trials new electric ground equipment

15 March 2022 | By International Airport Review

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has begun trials with new electric ground handling equipment for large aircraft, to replace the current diesel-powered models and provide planes with power while they are parked.

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San Francisco International Airport to implement new landing technology

15 March 2022 | By International Airport Review

The Federal Aviation Administration has given approval for San Francisco International Airport to integrate a new landing technology, which aims to reduce aircraft noise over nearby communities.

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New innovative digital platform for ATC real-time updates

3 March 2022 | By International Airport Review

London Gatwick Airport will transform aircraft turnarounds with a new handheld digital ‘AirTurn’ platform, which will optimise air traffic controllers’ efficiency, reduce delays and unnecessary fuel burn.

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All-in-one equipment: risk or opportunity?

23 February 2022 | By Moventor Oy

Moventor Oy has built a so-called 'all-in-one' machine, which have been developed individually but they have also committed to develop a packet that fulfils all the needs at any airport runway inspection.

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