Press Release: Aurrigo aims for global scale-up with launch of new licensing and hub programme
🔔Big news from Aurrigo!
Press Release: Aurrigo aims for global scale-up with launch of new licensing and hub programme
🚀 The company is taking its airport automation tech global with a hub and licensing strategy designed to scale faster and smarter.
From Coventry HQ to hubs in North America (Cincinnati), South East Asia (Singapore and Malaysia), the Middle East (Dubai) and Europe (Amsterdam), Aurrigo is ready to meet growing airport demand worldwide.
Read the full press release and join in with the conversation at: https://lnkd.in/ehw-xEJp
Aurrigo brass recognized as one of the “12 Tech Execs of Christmas”
Our very own, Tenille Houston was once again recognized for her efforts in the Ottawa Business Community! Their statement below on this honor.
🎄✨ Welcome to Day 2 of our 12 Tech Execs of Christmas holiday fundraising campaign! ✨🎄
In partnership with Kanata North Business Association and Hub350, we’re continuing our mission to support the Kanata Food Cupboard this holiday season by spotlighting leaders who drive innovation across hashtagKanata ❤️🎁
🎉 Today, we’re excited to feature Tenille Houston, VP of Public Relations & Communications at Aurrigo.
Here’s why Tenille and the Aurrigo team are making a major impact:
🚘 Pioneering Autonomous Technology: Aurrigo is a global leader in autonomous and aviation technology, developing advanced autonomous vehicles and automated airport systems.
🚌 A Kanata First: Aurrigo created Kanata’s first-ever autonomous shuttle, marking a huge milestone for innovation and future mobility in our tech park.
✈️ Transforming Global Aviation: Their technology is helping airports worldwide improve efficiency, safety, and operational performance — reshaping the future of air travel.
🌐 Global Innovation, Local Impact: With a growing footprint in Kanata North, Aurrigo continues to elevate our community as a global hub for cutting-edge tech.
Join us as we celebrate Tenille and all the leaders who make Kanata North a standout innovation ecosystem 🌟
💡 How you can help:
Follow this link to donate to the Kanata Food Cupboard. Every contribution supports local families this holiday season 💕https://lnkd.in/gSerMYWJ
Aurrigo is at Cenex 2025!
We’re back at Cenex 2025 showcasing our Auto-DollyTug alongside partners at Tees Valley Combined Authority, and Teesside International Airport as we gear up for the deployment there later in the year. After an overnight storm, the weather has turned out sunny, so come to the steering pan to see the vehicle!
Aurrigo International plc moves into the North East with global first at Teesside International Airport
One of the UK’s leading providers of integrated airside systems has signed its first deal in the North East with Tees Valley Combined Authority (TCVA). The £0.9m contract will see Aurrigo International plc collaborate with Teesside International Airport to develop an autonomous baggage and passenger moving system that will improve operational efficiencies, reduce carbon footprint and provide an improved passenger experience.
Starting in mid-October, the company’s eight-seat Auto-Shuttle® will kick-off work to transport passengers directly from the aircraft steps to the terminal building. In early January 2026, Aurrigo will follow this by introducing the Auto-DollyTug® – a fully driverless vehicle designed to move cargo and baggage around airports.
Initially, the groundbreaking technology will start landside at the new Connected Autonomous Mobility Test centre on the airport campus, where it will be put through a rigorous testing regime before moving airside early next year. The work will include integrating into bulk-loaded operations, providing the ability for bulk baggage to be transported right to the aircraft hold loading team.
“We are really excited to bring our autonomous technology to the North East,” commented David Keene MBE, CEO of Aurrigo International plc. “Our Auto-Shuttle® and Auto-DollyTug®s are being deployed all across the world, but this will be the first time that we have integrated them together at a live airport…it’s a real sign of intent from Teesside International Airport and the Tees Valley Combined Authority.”
He continued: “There is no escaping the fact that the aviation world is accelerating its desire to reduce its environmental impact in line with Net Zero guidelines. Our driverless vehicles present a real-world ‘ready’ opportunity to not only take significant amount of carbon out of operations but also boost the speed and efficiency in which you can move passengers and bags airside in the process.”
Airport Managing Director Phil Forster added: “It’s an absolute pleasure to see Teesside Airport hosting more world-leading technology and chalking up another UK – and global – first. To have this technology in place early next year will mean bags will travel from check-in to plane even more seamlessly, and in an even greener way.
“It will also help us shape how we move passengers around Teesside in the future – and will likely have an impact on the whole aviation industry. We were first in the UK to install new security scanners to allow passengers to keep liquids and electronics in bags, and now we’re leading the world in driverless cargo and bag systems with Aurrigo.”
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen said: “Teesside is turning heads once again and showing the world how it’s done. This is another massive first for our airport, our region, and our people – proving once again that where Teesside leads, the world follows.
“Being first matters. It means jobs, investment, and putting us firmly on the global map for cutting-edge innovation. These vehicles arriving in just a couple of months’ time are a huge boost – and I’m excited to see them serving holidaymakers on our year-round flights in the New Year.”
Auto-DollyTug®, which is equipped with 360° obstacle detection and advanced situational awareness, carries a single Unit Load Device (ULD) that holds passenger baggage and cargo around airports. With Aurrigo’s patented sideways drive system, this innovative vehicle can manoeuvre directly sideways into confined spaces within the baggage hall and among ground service equipment (GSE) on the apron. Additionally, its 360-degree tank turn capabilities, and integrated robotic arms enable the tug to autonomously load and unload unit load devices (ULDs) with precision, streamlining operations.
It is currently in deployment at Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky International Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and at Zurich Airport in partnership with Swissport.
“We’ve never integrated Auto-DollyTug® and Auto-Shuttle® together airside, so Teesside will be delivering a global first,” added David. “The latter is a fantastic way of moving passengers or ground staff over short distances on agreed routes. There is no need for a driver, freeing up members of the team for other activities, and it is completely electric.”
For further information, please visit www.aurrigo.com or follow the company across its social media channels.
We’re pleased to share that we have been shortlisted for the STAT Times International Air Cargo Excellence Award in the category “Innovative Logistics Solutions in Air Cargo of the Year.”
Reaching the shortlist is an important milestone and a strong endorsement of the work we are doing to move cargo in a safer, smarter and more sustainable way.
The next stage is industry voting, and the outcome is now in the hands of our wider ecosystem. We would greatly appreciate the support of our customers, partners, and industry peers to help move us forward.
Please note:
Votes must be submitted from business email addresses and is open until 31 January 2026.
If our work has made an impact on your operations or your view of the future of air cargo logistics, your vote would mean a great deal.Thank you to everyone who continues to support and collaborate with us as we help shape the next generation of air cargo innovation.