Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) attended a diplomatic reception hosted by the British Embassy in Shanghai as discussions continued on the future of UK-China trade. PIK was the only business in the aviation industry invited to the reception by His Majesty’s Ambassador to China, Peter Wilson, and His Majesty’s Consul-General, Matt Burney, and joined Sir Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister, Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and a small group of business leaders from the United … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport represents UK aviation during state visit to China as trade talks progress
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British Embassy in Beijing celebrates Air China Cargo expansion at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
The British Embassy in Beijing hosted a reception at the residence of the British Ambassador to China last week to celebrate Air China Cargo’s expanding freight operations between China and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Jointly hosted by the UK Government and Glasgow Prestwick Airport, the event was recognised by both Air China Cargo and the British Embassy as the airline’s highest profile route launch ceremony to date. Speaking to Air China Cargo representatives at the reception, Jules … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Beijing celebrates Air China Cargo expansion at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport doubles weekly Air China Cargo flights
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has significantly increased its China operations as carrier Air China Cargo doubled its weekly freighter services from four to eight, and added Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), China, to its existing Guangzhou (CAN) service. The additional four flights to CTU, using an A330 freighter, commenced on 22nd November. “Air China Cargo's decision to double its flights from Prestwick is a strong vote of confidence in our team and our cargo capacity,” … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport doubles weekly Air China Cargo flights
Glasgow Prestwick Airport to expand India cargo operations supporting expected boost in UK exports
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is targeting India as it seeks to expand its cargo operations in response to growing demand for Scottish salmon and whisky, Nico Le Roux, Business Development Director, PIK, told delegates attending the Air Cargo Southeast Asia Expo in Singapore. The development builds on the progress of the United Kingdom–India Free Trade Agreement, which will remove tariffs on Scottish salmon and reduce duties on Scotch whisky from 150 per cent to 75 per cent, with further … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport to expand India cargo operations supporting expected boost in UK exports
Glasgow Prestwick Airport strengthens export links with China Southern Air Logistics
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) hosted a senior delegation from China Southern Air Logistics for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening collaboration and supporting Scotland’s export growth. The visit gave the airline direct insight into Scotland’s high-value industries, including whisky and seafood, helping to deepen understanding of producers’ and freight forwarders’ needs. “We were pleased to welcome the delegation from China Southern Air Logistics to Prestwick,” said Ian Forgie, Chief … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport strengthens export links with China Southern Air Logistics
Glasgow Prestwick Airport agrees new partnership with Beijing Capital Airlines
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has entered an agreement with Chinese carrier Beijing Capital Airlines, a member of Hainan Airline Group, to launch a regular freighter service linking Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) with Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO). The first flight, operated by an Airbus A330-243 (P2F), arrived at Glasgow Prestwick Airport on Thursday, 16 October, marking the start of a four-times-weekly schedule. Beijing Capital is the third cargo airline to realise the … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport agrees new partnership with Beijing Capital Airlines
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