dnata grows green operations at DXB, invests $4m

Ground handler dnata has invested $4m in 14 new 180kVA electric ground power units (GPU) at Dubai International airport (DXB) to cut operational emissions. The new GPUs – a mobile or stationary device used to provide electrical power to aircraft while they are on the ground – will replace diesel equipment and reduce fuel consumption by 550,000 litres annually at DXB, said dnata. dnata’s first four electric GPUs have already been deployed, exclusively supporting Emirates Engineering’s services. The remaining 10 units are expected to arrive in November. Overall, the new equipment will handle 33% of all GPU utilisation at the airport. Jaffar Dawood, senior vice president, airport operations – UAE and MEA, dnata, said: “Our latest fleet investment underlines our ongoing commitment to using electric equipment wherever the airport’s infrastructure permits. “It reflects our focus on environmental responsibility and aligns with both customer expectations and the airport’s sustainability efforts. In addition, it improves operational efficiency and reduces maintenance needs.