Oshkosh Aerospace Technology Company recently delivered the 300th Atlas cargo loader to the 940th Squadron of the Royal Netherlands Air Force, marking an important milestone in the over 20-year partnership between the two parties since 2003. This type of loader has been adopted by 47 customers worldwide and is compatible with large cargo aircraft such as the Boeing 747, operating stably under harsh conditions. Oshkosh provides full lifecycle support services, including training, spare parts, upgrades and refurbishments, with the aim of extending equipment lifespan and ensuring operational efficiency. The company stated that it will continue to promote technological innovation and adhere to reliable quality and service commitments.
Menzies Aviation, a global aviation services company, has completed the full acquisition of Portuguese ground handling service provider SPdH (formerly Groundforce Portugal). The transaction has been approved by the Portuguese Audit Court. This move is a strategic continuation for Menzies after it acquired a 50.1% stake in SPdH in 2024, giving it full control. SPdH operates at five major airports in Portugal, ensuring over 100,000 aircraft take-offs and landings annually and employing over 3,500 people. Menzies plans to focus on improving service quality, safety standards, and operational efficiency in the future, while continuously increasing investment in technology and talent. Company executives stated that this acquisition demonstrates confidence in the Portuguese aviation market and will help it achieve long-term sustainable development in this strategic market. Currently, Menzies' business covers 347 airports in over 65 countries worldwide.
At approximately 16:40 on June 7, 2026, a storm occurred near the T2 terminal of Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, India. Strong winds blew the boarding stairs and supporting equipment on the runway off their original positions and caused them to collide with three parked narrow-body Indian Airlines aircraft (all of the Airbus A320 series). The accident caused no casualties and there were no passengers on board at the time. Two of the aircraft are expected to resume operations soon, while the other one requires further maintenance and is currently still in the hangar for inspection. The ownership of the equipment is in dispute. Some sources claim it involves the Indian Airlines Engineering Department and the Indigo Airlines Engineering Department, but Indigo has denied this. The sudden occurrence of the storm has drawn attention, but it has not been officially confirmed. Indian Airlines has not yet released the specific details of the losses.
Menzies Aviation has completed the acquisition of the remaining 49.9% stake in SPdH from TAP Portugal, becoming the sole owner of SPdH—a transaction approved by Portugal’s Court of Audit. The group had already secured a 50.1% controlling interest in SPdH in 2024, and this full ownership marks a significant milestone in its long-term investment and expansion strategy in Portugal. Originally known as Groundforce Portugal, SPdH operates ground handling and air cargo services across five major Portuguese airports, supporting over 100,000 flights annually with more than 3,500 employees. With full ownership now achieved, Menzies Aviation will accelerate its local development plans, continue investing in advanced technologies and talent development, deepen operational safety and service quality, and expand ground handling capacity. This acquisition underscores the company’s confidence in Portugal’s aviation market and supports the growth of local aviation, tourism, and economic development. E
