{"id":93309,"date":"2026-02-18T12:24:57","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T15:24:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shipping.einnews.com\/article\/893419473"},"modified":"2026-02-18T12:24:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T15:24:57","slug":"newcastle-airport-boosts-global-cargo-power-with-expansion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new7.shop\/zerocostfreehost\/index.php\/2026\/02\/18\/newcastle-airport-boosts-global-cargo-power-with-expansion\/","title":{"rendered":"Newcastle Airport boosts global cargo power with expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"

On-site business partner Samson Aviation has invested in a range of new equipment to handle more cargo<\/h2>\n
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Paula Ives, general manager at Samson Aviation; Liam Adams, Samson operations team leader; David Grace, business development manager at Samson Aviation; Aileen Wallace, cargo business development manager at Newcastle Airport and Leon McQuaid, director of aviation development at Newcastle Airport.(Image: Newcastle Airport.)<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Newcastle Airport has strengthened its role as a major logistics hub after expanding cargo services to meet growing demand. The airport\u2019s on-site business partner, Samson Aviation, has invested in a range of new equipment, including a main deck loader capable of handling both widebody and narrowbody passenger and cargo aircraft.<\/p>\n

The upgrade enables the airport to handle larger and more specialised cargo, such as heavy machinery, aircraft components, and luxury vehicle, across a wider range of aircraft. The move supports growth beyond the 4,000 tonnes of cargo it currently imports and exports for the region.<\/p>\n

The airport supports global trade through its round-the-clock operations and transport connectivity. Emirates\u2019 daily Dubai service can carry up to 21 tonnes of cargo, transporting a wide range of goods including automotive parts and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n

From Dubai, cargo can be transported to more than 130 destinations worldwide, with Shanghai in China, Melbourne in Australia and Johannesburg in South Africa being among the most popular destinations for exports from Newcastle.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the freight village offers a range of freight processing facilities, allowing imported goods to be cleared quickly through customs before being transported across the UK and beyond.<\/p>\n

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A CGI of AirLink, the new new cargo hub earmarked to be built at Newcastle Airport(Image: Newcastle Airport)<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

In its 2040 Masterplan, the airport has outlined plans to further expand its cargo operations, including building AirLink, a new 750,000sq ft cargo hub, which could create thousands of jobs and boost the regional economy by up to \u00a3165m a year.<\/p>\n

Leon McQuaid, director of aviation development at Newcastle Airport, said: \u201cWe are delighted to further strengthen Newcastle Airport\u2019s position as a leading cargo gateway with the addition of this new equipment. It significantly enhances our capability to handle a wider range of cargo and underlines our ability to support the growing number of businesses choosing the Airport for their import and export needs.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOur continued investment in our cargo infrastructure demonstrates a clear commitment to growth and we continue to welcome conversations with any cargo or aviation related businesses looking to invest in the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

Paula Ives, general manager at Samson Aviation, said: \u201cThe investment in the new equipment demonstrates Samson Aviation\u2019s commitment to supporting Newcastle Airport\u2019s growing cargo operations. It will create more opportunities for businesses in the North East, across the UK and internationally to transport larger and more specialised cargo efficiently and connect with key markets around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

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