GLG Network Survey: Airport Ground Handling

SURVEY DETAILS

GLG surveyed 50 current executives at ground handling operators, airlines and airport operators in the USA, UK, France and Germany who discussed the latest trends in the market.

What will you learn from this survey?

• Respondents discussed the current challenges in the market and provided their views on recovery trends.
• The survey investigated the % change of revenue as a direct result of the lasting impact of COVID-19.
• Lastly, the research covered the experts’ predictions on possible mergers and acquisitions in the market.

Examples of findings:

• Most experts (88%) mentioned they expect industry revenue budgets for 2023 to be more than the ones in 2022.
• Only 42% of respondents stated that more than 90% of their normal flight-related activity is currently in operation.
• 46% of participants think it is very likely some ground handling companies will file for bankruptcy in the next period.

DELIVERABLES

The GLG Surveys team drafted the questionnaire with the support of GLG Network Member, Richard van Bruygom, former Head of Strategy at Etihad Airways.

The standard deliverable includes: 

• 1 x Individual responses (“raw data”) in Excel.
• 1 x PPT report with aggregated data.
• Executive summary with key takeaways and highlights from the raw data.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS

• If you have been servicing flights since September 2021, did the airlines continue paying for the services you provided as per the contract?
• When do you think flight volumes will go back up to pre-COVID 19 levels?
• What % of your normal flight-related activity is currently in operation?
• Do you anticipate purchasing Ground support equipment (GSE) in 2022?
• How likely do you think some Ground Handling companies will file for bankruptcy?
• How likely do you see the aviation industry downsizing in the future?
• Please finish the following statement: I expect industry revenue budgets for 2023 to be…

This survey is available to subscribers of the Energy and Industrials (EI) sector. This offer includes the raw data file and a high-level presentation through PowerPoint. Please contact your GLG representative for details on your firm’s access.

DISCLAIMER:

Please be advised that GLG Network Surveys operate differently than traditional GLG consultations, surveys, teleconference, etc. and it is advisable that you consult with your firm’s legal and/or compliance department to review your use of the product and the payment for such work under your current subscription. Availability of this Network Survey is also subject to your firm’s compliance requirements. Please also note that some respondents may not be Network Members, and the Terms and Conditions of Network Membership would not apply to such respondents and detailed records for them will not be available aside from the information that GLG captures in the Network Survey.

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