A new agreement between China Southern Air Logistics and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) will see scheduled cargo flights begin this month, starting at four flights a week and with plans to increase to a daily service. The agreement means the airport doubling its current scheduled freighter movements and has been described as a “game changer” by Glasgow Prestwick Airport Chief Executive Ian Forgie. “This is welcome news. The airport team have been working hard over the last 12 months to … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport begins first scheduled freighter services with China Southern Air Logistics
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Glasgow Prestwick Airport leverages improved infrastructure to handle its longest-ever cargo
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has handled its longest-ever piece of freight, as part of a consignment for the oil and gas sector. The cargo was flown to PIK from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, alongside two additional 40-foot components for further on-carriage to Aberdeen. The longest piece, measuring in at 67 feet and weighing 24 tonnes, was transported on three 20-foot connecting pallets, and required three main deck loaders and two cranes for safe offloading. The entire operation was … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport leverages improved infrastructure to handle its longest-ever cargo
Hong Kong Air Cargo launches flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) will be welcoming Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) flights from 11th February 2025, making it the first Far East airline to operate at the airport. Hong Kong Air Cargo’s first flight to PIK will be an Airbus A330-200F operating from Hong Kong, with additional flights already planned for 18th and 25th February 2025. “The arrival of Hong Kong Air Cargo’s flights is a clear sign that our efforts to develop Prestwick as a leading e-commerce hub are delivering … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Air Cargo launches flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport welcomes first dedicated e-commerce flight
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), working alongside Royal Mail, has welcomed its first full e-commerce cargo flight, following several developments to its e-commerce operations over this year. The flight, chartered by Zhonger Express and Jumen Logistics, was operated by Silk Way West Airlines Cargo and carried a 90-tonne consignment for Royal Mail final mile deliveries. Products from two of the four major e-commerce platforms, Temu and TikTok, were on board and representatives were on-site … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport welcomes first dedicated e-commerce flight
Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport partner to develop air cargo traffic between Scotland and the US
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) have signed a joint development agreement to promote cargo flights between the two locations. The partnership aims to strengthen the air cargo trade lane connecting PIK and RFD, and to facilitate the sharing of information between the airports, bolstering the air cargo pull factors to each. Both PIK and RFD run full-service operations 24/7, with no curfews and no night flying or handling restrictions, allowing … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport partner to develop air cargo traffic between Scotland and the US
Royal Mail to boost international e-commerce services at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA) is to be Royal Mail’s newest international e-commerce hub in the United Kingdom (UK). Prestwick was selected by Royal Mail due to the numerous benefits it offers over alternative airports throughout the UK, including offering up to half of the cost of landing at some UK hubs. “We are confident that our new Fast and Efficient E-commerce Solution will offer customers real cost savings against other UK air cargo hubs, whilst also ensuring they meet their … [Read more...] about Royal Mail to boost international e-commerce services at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
