Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has appointed Jules Matteoni Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1 July 2026, succeeding Ian Forgie, who is retiring after five years in the role. Matteoni, who has worked at the airport for more than 33 years and most recently served as Operations Director, has played a central role in developing PIK's position as a leading UK gateway for international cargo and e-commerce traffic. "I am looking forward to working with the team at PIK to build on … [Read more...] about Jules Matteoni appointed Chief Executive Officer of Glasgow Prestwick Airport
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Glasgow Prestwick Airport signs Guangzhou agreement to strengthen China trade lanes
Glasgow Prestwick Airport(Prestwick) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to support stronger trade ties between China and the United Kingdom. The agreement, signed during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) North Asia Cargo Day in Guangzhou, China, follows a year in which Prestwick has expanded its role as a UK gateway for Asian e-commerce and high value exports, such as Scottish salmon and whisky. “This agreement … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport signs Guangzhou agreement to strengthen China trade lanes
Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one year of Air China Cargo operations
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick) has marked one year since Air China Cargo launched scheduled freighter operations at the airport, with the partnership growing from three to 11 weekly services across mainland China. Air China Cargo, which established Prestwick as one of its UK cargo hubs in June 2025, now connects the airport with Chengdu, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, supporting inbound e-commerce and export capacity for Scottish producers. “Air China Cargo’s first year at Prestwick shows … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one year of Air China Cargo operations
Glasgow Prestwick Airport launches scheduled Shanghai cargo service
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) can confirm a new direct cargo route to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), diversifying its China network and giving Scottish exporters access to one of Asia’s leading freight hubs. Air China Cargo is switching three of its four weekly B777 Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) services to PVG, opening the new route, while continuing to operate 11 scheduled flights each week to and from PIK. “Shanghai is a major global cargo hub and an … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport launches scheduled Shanghai cargo service
Glasgow Prestwick Airport celebrates one year of China Southern Air Logistics Services
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has marked one year since China Southern Air Logistics launched scheduled freighter services between Guangzhou and Prestwick, creating the first direct scheduled cargo route between China and Scotland. The service, which operates four flights a week, has supported a year of cargo growth at Prestwick and strengthened the airport’s role as a UK gateway for Asian e-commerce and Scottish exports. “China Southern Air Logistics’ first year at Prestwick has shown the … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport celebrates one year of China Southern Air Logistics Services
Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exports in 2026
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has reached the milestone of one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exported through the airport since 1st January 2026. The year-to-date volume follows the launch of Prestwick’s Scotland to China seafood export service last September, backed by a significant investment in new equipment, dedicated cool chain personnel, and temperature-controlled facilities for time-sensitive exports. Prestwick’s seafood export operation includes high-volume metal … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exports in 2026
