Welcome to the Autumn 2022 issue of Airside International, in which the features consider the changing demands relating to GSE in the fields of de-icers and tugs and tractors, and how suppliers and operators are using new technologies to provide more efficient, more sustainable services. Innovation in GSE is a key theme, with three articles devoted to new technologies that are moving GSE capability forward, whether in terms of lithium-ion batteries, cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cells or a specific and innovative type of battery-powered belt loader.

We hear about the latest offerings from Aviramp, a provider of a unique range of passenger boarding equipment, and learn all about XOPS, the integrated platform that delivers real-time data that can be used to track, monitor, schedule and manage GSE.

We meet with EINSA and Miles GSE, respectively Spanish and Turkish GSE providers, who are both expanding and developing their ground support equipment portfolios to meet evolving customer demands, while France’s Air Business Corporation (ABC) talks to Airside about its specialist aviation solutions, including GSE refurbishment.

The handlers that operate these various GSE lines are not forgotten. EULEN America, ABM Aviation and Swissport all offer thoughts on various improvements they are making across their businesses, whether it be in the emphasis on sustainable GSE at Swissport’s extensive Moroccan operations, the forward-looking strategies of ABM Aviation’s new managing director, or how EULEN America is positioning itself for growth amidst the rapid recovery of the international aviation industry.

Finally, we learn all about Agility’s acquisition of Menzies Aviation and what this means for the ground services provider and its customers, and we report on the latest good news for the groundbreaking WheelTug system: Spanish carrier AlbaStar has signed up as its European launch customer.