Glasgow Prestwick Airport builds stronger export ties with Air China Cargo

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) hosted a senior delegation from Air China Cargo for a high-level three-day visit aimed at strengthening collaboration and shaping the future of Scottish exports.

The visit was designed to give the airline direct insight into Scotland’s high-value export industries, particularly whisky and seafood, enabling a deeper understanding of the needs and priorities of producers and freight forwarders.

“Prestwick Airport serves as a gateway for the UK’s exports, and this visit marks an important step in strengthening the links between our airline partners and the businesses that rely on them,” said Ian Forgie, Chief Executive Officer, Glasgow Prestwick Airport.

“By bringing industry leaders together, we are helping to ensure that our export operations are designed with their priorities at the heart.”

Over the course of the three days, the airport facilitated a series of productive discussions, networking sessions, and guided tours with key stakeholders across the whisky, aquaculture, and freight forwarding communities.

The airline’s delegation also experienced first-hand PIK’s unique strengths as a freight hub including its seamless connectivity, proven handling expertise, and ability to deliver a fully in-house service, from cargo handling to aircraft fuelling.

PIK remains committed to supporting Scotland’s economy by working hand-in-hand with partners to unlock opportunities for growth and innovation in air cargo services.

In October, PIK will host a similar event, welcoming a senior delegation from airline partner China Southern Air Logistics.