Swissport and Aurrigo launch autonomous ground handling pilot
Swissport is partnering with Britain’s Aurrigo International to trial autonomous ground handling technology at Zurich Airport.
The initiative includes the deployment of digital simulation platform Auto-Sim, and a live trial of Auto-DollyTug, a fully autonomous electric vehicle designed to explore new efficiencies in airside logistics.
“This partnership marks a key milestone in Swissport’s innovation journey,” said Warwick Brady, President & CEO of Swissport International. “By integrating autonomous technologies into our operations, we are taking a next step in redefining ground handling - improving safety, boosting efficiency, and supporting the sustainability ambitions of our airline and airport partners across our global network.”
The initiative begins with the deployment of Auto-Sim, which will enable Swissport to model ground operations in a virtual environment, identify automation opportunities, and support data-driven infrastructure and operational planning.
The next phase of the pilot will feature a live trial of Aurrigo’s Auto-DollyTug, which is equipped with 360° obstacle detection, advanced situational awareness, and automated loading and unloading capabilities for Unit Load Devices.
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