Glasgow Prestwick Airport named Air Freight Business of the Year at Logistics UK Awards

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick) has been named Air Freight Business of the Year at the Logistics UK Awards in recognition of a year marked by sustained cargo growth, new airline partnerships, and major investment across its operation.

The award follows a period in which the airport strengthened its role as a key gateway for trade between Asia, the UK, and Europe, supported by new scheduled services, expanded handling capability, and a clear strategy for long-term development.

“This award reflects the discipline and focus shown by our entire team over the past year,” said Ian Forgie, Chief Executive Officer, Prestwick.

“We have grown our network, built strong partnerships, and delivered reliable performance at a scale that has changed what Prestwick can offer to the market.”

Prestwick recorded significant rises in tonnage and flight rotations in 2025 and became the UK base for Air China Cargo, China Southern Airlines, and Beijing Capital Airlines, which now operate sixteen weekly full freighter services to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO).

The airport increased its workforce by more than 150 and invested in dedicated e-commerce processing facilities. Royal Mail and EVRi also established e-commerce operations bases at Prestwick, enabling faster processing of cross-border parcels and reducing the need for long-distance trucking across the northern region of the UK, which has supported lower emissions and improved efficiency for shippers. Additionally, the airport has invested almost two million pounds in GSE, cool chain facilities and enhanced warehouse screening capabilities with more committed investment to come in 2026.

Nico Le Roux accepted the award on behalf of the airport at the ceremony held last night at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, and said it was recognition of the incredible effort of the entire airport team, whose passion and flexibility has been key in delivering transformational growth.