Textron GSE has launched the Premier TT4000, a specialized tanker truck that enhances airport de-icing operations by rapidly refilling de-icers on the ramp. Featuring a 4,000-gallon capacity, high-speed pumps, and stainless steel glycol tanks, the truck reduces downtime and improves efficiency. Its robust design, including a Freightliner chassis and 30 mph speed limit, ensures safety and reliability in busy airport environments.
Brussels Airport has awarded seven-year ground handling licenses to providers like Aviapartner, dnata, and Menzies, prioritizing electrification and sustainability. The BREEZE programme (backed by €7.2M EU funding) will install 300+ charging points and expand renewable energy, supporting the airport’s 2030 zero-emission targets. A second catering transport license remains pending.
Aviation services giant dnata announced that it will deploy 800 new electric ground handling equipment (GSE) in 10 countries around the world by 2025, with a total investment of 110 million US dollars, as part of its 210 million US dollar global procurement plan. This batch of equipment will be prioritized for deployment in key markets such as the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Italy, the United States and Singapore to support business expansion and emission reduction targets. The CEO of dnata Airport Operations stated that the company is accelerating the adoption of zero-emission and low-carbon technologies and working with partners to promote sustainable development in the industry.
Turkish GSE manufacturer Timsan offers five types of passenger boarding stairs — towable, self-propelled, electric, solar-powered, and truck-mounted — covering aircraft heights from 1.7m to 8.4m. The towable units, favored for their cost-efficiency and suitability at small airports, account for 70% of sales. While the industry moves toward electrification, diesel remains the most popular choice among Timsan’s clients. Solar-powered stairs are gaining traction in sunnier regions due to low operating costs. Timsan integrates CAN bus systems and Aircraft Safe Approach Systems (ASAS) into its equipment, continuously evolving its offerings to meet modern demands for sustainability, safety, and smart technologies, backed by over 42 years of manufacturing experience.