Aurrigo granted licence to provide Ground Handling Services at East Midlands Airport
Coventry, UK – March 3, 2026– Aurrigo International plc (“Aurrigo”), a leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a licence for the provision of Ground Handling Services at East Midlands Airport (EMA).
Aurrigo has obtained this licence specifically to support its partners in the roll-out and implementation of its autonomous aviation technologies. By working hand in hand with airport teams and providing direct, one-to-one support, Aurrigo will ensure the smooth deployment and integration of its autonomous ground service equipment (GSE) at EMA.
David Keene, Chief Executive Officer at Aurrigo, said:
“Securing this licence is another important step in our partnership with East Midlands Airport. We have deliberately sought this approval to make sure we can support our partners as closely as possible, operating fully within the airport’s ground handling framework. This means we can be on the ground, providing one-to-one support during the roll-out of our autonomous solutions, ensuring they are seamlessly integrated, compliant, and successful from the outset. We look forward to working alongside EMA and our partners to help shape the future of airside automation in the UK and beyond.”
East Midlands Airport’s Head of Airfield Operations Lauren Turner said: “We’re pleased to be working with Aurrigo on this innovative technology that could revolutionise the way that goods and crews are moved around the airport. As the UK’s number one hub for dedicated air cargo, we’re always looking at ways to work smarter and ensure the operation is safe, efficient and fit for the future.”
The licence, issued pursuant to the Airports (Ground Handling) Regulations 1997 and in line with the Civil Aviation Authority’s compliance framework under the Civil Aviation Act 2012, provides Aurrigo with the necessary approvals to deliver agreed ground handling services at EMA. It reflects Aurrigo’s proven capability, skills, and industry experience in the aviation sector and provides a strong platform for further innovation and collaboration at EMA.
Aurrigo will look to obtain ground handling licences at further locations where it is appropriate to do so, in support of our customer activities and implementation of our groundbreaking automated baggage and cargo handling solutions. This proactive approach will allow Aurrigo to accelerate adoption, deliver value quickly, and build the foundations for wider deployment of automation across the aviation sector worldwide.
About Aurrigo:
Aurrigo International plc (AURR LN) is a UK based developer and producer of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms. Aurrigo’s first application is autonomous airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE) designed to move cargo, baggage and people between terminals, baggage halls and airside next to aircraft. Thus, transforming operations that are manually intensive improving safety, operational efficiencies and meeting sustainability targets, while navigating growing passenger volumes, rising costs and increasing labour shortages.
Aurrigo’s autonomy software and controls, designed to operate in safety- and security-critical harsh environments, have an opportunity to transform airside logistics and bring autonomy to wider markets.
Headquartered in Coventry, UK with offices in Singapore, Cincinnati and Ottawa, the Group has a 33 year heritage designing and supplying automotive vehicle OEM’s with highly advanced, innovative product and system solutions. For more information, please visit the Group’s website at www.aurrigo.com.