dnata to deploy 800 ground support units globally in 2025: UAE-based aviation service provider dnata will introduce 800 new ground support equipment units across 10 countries in 2025 under a USD 110 mn investment ticket, according to a statement. The largest portion of the equipment will be allocated for operations in the UAE, Brazil, Italy, USA, and Singapore.

Part of a bigger plan: The rollout aims to ramp up dnata’s sustainability and optimization plans by deploying lower-emission equipment. The company is working on phasing out diesel engines — transitioning to electric, hybrid, or hydrogen-powered alternatives. Almost 40% of the firm’s fleet is electrified in its key markets, which include the UK, Italy, Switzerland, and The Netherlands.

REFRESHER- The equipment will be supplied under multiyear global contracts worth USD 210 mn that dnata finalized in 2024 with key manufacturers.

dnata’s on the move: dnata recently earmarked USD 110 mn for infrastructure projects in Dubai, Iraq, and the Netherlands. The firm launched its EUR 20 mn seven-year airport handling operations agreement at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) earlier this year. It also rolled out a new ground handling system at the US Orlando International Airport at an investment cost of USD 3 mn.

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