Achievement made possible through partnership and investments
dnata has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability journey by successfully executing a green turnaround in the United States. dnata ensured a smooth and safe turnaround of a VivaAerobus Airbus A320 aircraft using only zero-emission ramp ground support equipment (GSE) at New York-JFK Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 1.
During the green turnaround, dnata’s skilled team transported baggage with electric baggage tractors to the aircraft and applied electric conveyor belts to offload and load baggage and cargo. dnata’s professionally trained staff pushed the aircraft back from the gate with a Mototok electric, remote controlled towbarless pushback tractor, positioning it ready for taxi and departure.
dnata is the first ground handler to have successfully completed a green aircraft turnaround in the United States.
“We continue to enhance our operations to deliver the highest possible value for our partners by being an employer of choice and socially responsible in our communities,” commented David Barker, CEO of dnata USA.
“This initiative clearly demonstrates our commitment to the environment, we are proud to be the first at New York JFK,” remarked Steve Rowland, Executive Director, Terminal One Group Association (TOGA).
“We are firmly convinced that sustainability should be at the centre of the air sector operations,” observed Juan Carlos Zuazua, CEO, Viva Aerobus.
