In a monumental leap toward environmental responsibility, Air Serbia, in partnership with Menzies Aviation, has achieved a historic milestone: the first all-electric aircraft turnaround. This groundbreaking endeavor signals a paradigm shift in the aviation industry’s approach to sustainability.
The use of these specialized vehicles for aircraft pushback, baggage transport, and others, will reduce the carbon footprint in domestic aviation.
Jiri Marek, CEO of Air Serbia, expressed satisfaction with the successful implementation of the all-electric turnaround, emphasizing its significance in the airline’s commitment to socially responsible practices.
“We are extremely pleased with the successful implementation of the first all-electric
turnaround at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, achieved in collaboration with Menzies Aviation.
This initiative represents a step towards reducing carbon footprint. Air Serbia continuously
strives for socially responsible business practices, and today’s milestone confirms our
dedication in that regard. We look forward to future cooperation and, together with Menzies,
we will strive to have a positive impact on the entire community,” he said.
The collaboration between Air Serbia and Menzies Aviation, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding in October 2023, underscores a shared vision for enhancing service quality and passenger experience at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport. With Menzies Aviation’s expertise in aircraft handling services and Air Serbia’s commitment to excellence, the partnership promises continued innovation and sustainability in the realm of aviation.
Menzies Aviation is a leading global provider and in Belgrade, it taking care of aircraft handling services, passenger and baggage check-in, as well as boarding for Air Serbia flights.
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