QAS, the ground handling provider for Hamad International Airport (DOH), has received the enhanced ground support equipment (GSE) recognition certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The company is committed to integrating advanced GSE technologies to enhance safety and operational efficiency in its daily ground operations. With its investment in capabilities like anti-collision systems and inching technology, QAS has improved vehicle control, enhanced docking precision, and minimised ground damage.
Murat Nursel, senior vice president of Qatar Aviation Services, said: “Enhanced GSE plays a pivotal role in reducing the risk of accidents on the tarmac, ensuring safer ground operations for both personnel and aircraft. Our investment in these technologies reflects our dedication to delivering world-class service while prioritising safety and sustainability.”
IATA estimates that transitioning 75% of the global fleet – including belt-loaders, cargo loaders, passenger stairs, and passenger boarding bridges (PBB) – to enhanced GSE could reduce expected ground damage costs by 42%.
To receive this recognition, QAS exceeded a stringent ratio of enhanced to non-enhanced GSE, highlighting its dedication to continuous innovation and improvement in ground operations. The IATA certification is valid for two years.
