Newcastle Airport strengthens cargo capabilities with new Border Control Post
A new Border Control Post has opened at Newcastle Airport, which marks another significant investment in its growing cargo operations.
Worldwide Flight Services has opened the government-approved facility at its hub in the airport’s freight village.
This is now enabling regulated goods – including flowers, plant products, fruit and vegetables – to be inspected and cleared on-site.
The Border Control Post allows a wider range of products to enter the UK directly through the airport, helping businesses reduce transit times, lower logistics costs and move goods more efficiently by clearing them closer to their final destination.
Earlier this year, executive jet centre and handling specialist Samson Aviation expanded its fleet at the airport with a main deck loader and supporting ground service equipment.
This enables the airport and Samson’s highly trained team to support a wider range of narrowbody and widebody passenger, charter and cargo aircraft, as well as handle larger and more specialised shipments such as heavy machinery and luxury vehicles.
Leon McQuaid, director of aviation development at Newcastle Airport, said: “The new Border Control Post marks another important milestone in the growth of Newcastle Airport’s cargo services, strengthening our position as a gateway for international trade.
“We are grateful to Worldwide Flight Services for its investment in the facility, which will help businesses move goods more efficiently and provide a faster route to market – while supporting economic growth and investment across North East England and beyond.
“The continued investment in our cargo infrastructure reflects the growing demand for our services and we welcome discussions with cargo and aviation-related businesses looking to expand their operations through the airport.”