TCR has reached a cooperation agreement with JetBlue, providing full-service leasing, maintenance and repair services for ground support equipment (GSE) for the latter at three major airports in the United States. The company plans to expand this cooperation to more airports in the future. To support this collaboration, TCR will expand or build new maintenance workshops in Boston, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando. This cooperation will support the turnaround operation of over 500 JetBlue flights every day, improving equipment availability and safety. At the same time, the cooperation will help JetBlue promote the electrification and modernization upgrade of its GSE fleet, and TCR's flexible leasing model will also enhance capital efficiency. TCR stated that this cooperation reflects the mutual commitment of both parties to operational excellence and a sustainable future.
Aeroservicios USA, headquartered in Miami, specializes in refurbishing second-hand ground support equipment (GSE) to a like-new condition and selling, leasing new and second-hand GSE as well as their components. The company was founded by Gabriel Serrano and his father in 1996, and Serrano will continue to serve as the CEO. After being acquired by CSI Leasing, Aeroservicios USA will also be responsible for refurbishing and reselling the returned GSE from CSI. This partnership aims to provide ground support companies and airlines with a one-stop service that combines high-quality GSE with flexible financing solutions. Aeroservicios USA operates two complete workshops and a storage area covering an area of approximately 5.8 acres in Miami, and has a 19,000-square-foot workshop in Guatemala. The CEO of CSI stated that Aeroservicios' refurbishing experience and deep understanding of the market will help CSI offer more competitive lease prices and additional services; Serrano said that the
Global aviation services provider dnata has completed the integration of its Italian ground handling business (formerly Airport Handling), with all activities now unified under the dnata brand. This move began with dnata's strategic investment in the subsidiary and will culminate in full ownership by 2025. Through this integration, dnata has strengthened its operational presence in Rome and Milan, including the launch of services at Rome Fiumicino Airport in 2025 and the announcement of a €25 million investment in a new cargo facility at Milan Malpensa Airport. Currently, dnata employs over 5,000 people in Italy, handles approximately 150,000 flights annually, serves over 60 airlines, and its catering division produces more than 7 million meals each year at 11 Italian airports. Italy has now become one of the strategic pillars for dnata's expansion in Europe and globally.
Fraport AG has secured €2.55 million in EU funding for its GREENVOLT project at Frankfurt Airport, with a total investment of €8.5 million and completion targeted for late 2027. The project covers expanded aircraft ground power supply, 322 apron electric vehicle charging points and a battery energy storage system powered by runway photovoltaic facilities. It will reduce jet fuel consumption, carbon and noise emissions, accelerate ground fleet electrification, and advance low-carbon, sustainable airport operation while supporting aviation climate goals.
