Josh Smith

2 months ago | aviationpros.com | Josh Smith

The number of passengers with reduced mobility (PRMs) are growing worldwide. Konrad Gruber, head of sales at Bulmor airground, explains these passengers include wheelchair users and elderly passengers that have difficulty walking longer distances at the airport and climbing passenger stairs. To make air travel easier and more convenient for PRMs, Bulmor developed its SideBull passenger vehicle.

Jan 8, 2025 | aviationpros.com | Josh Smith

As more electric ground support equipment (eGSE) makes its way to the airside environment, the need for charging infrastructure is growing. However, there are variations between charging equipment, the way eGSE units are charged and where charging infrastructure can be installed in an airport. Ground Support Worldwide asked Jeffrey Rome, executive vice president at Motive Energy Sustainable Solutions about the various charging methods available to ground personnel in the aviation market.

Jan 7, 2025 | aviationpros.com | Josh Smith

Electric ground support equipment (eGSE) offers a number of benefits to the ground handling market, including reduced carbon emissions, quieter operation and less maintenance. To make an informed choice on battery technology and charger infrastructure, it is critical that decision-makers understand the needs of their electric equipment and have the right chargers available on the airport. Ground Support Worldwide asked Michael K.

Jan 5, 2025 | aviationpros.com | Josh Smith

Several factors, including government mandates, environmental goals and operating procedures, are prompting the ground handling industry to adopt more electric ground support equipment (eGSE). As more eGSE is put into service, additional charging infrastructure at airports is also required. Ground service personnel, airlines and airports need to understand the charging needs of their GSE to ensure the correct types of chargers are available inside the fence.

Dec 9, 2024 | aviationpros.com | Josh Smith

A third-party ground handling service provider (GHSP) is naturally tied to the airline customers it serves. That symbiotic relationship may lead to shared successes. However, shared challenges are also a possibility. When an airline files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to reorganize its debt while continuing to operate, there are direct impacts that influence the vendors it works with – including ground service providers.