Oshkosh AeroTech Showcases Commitment to Advancing Aviation Industry Technology at the GSE Expo Europe

Oshkosh AeroTech, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation business and a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services is showcasing industry-leading ground support equipment and technologies at GSE Expo Europe, Booth A20. The event will run Sept. 17-19 at FIL in Lisbon, Portugal.

“We’re pleased to highlight our purpose-built innovations and services that power the aviation industry forward. At this year’s GSE Expo Europe we’re displaying several zero emission electric GSE products which offer the performance, reliability and serviceability our customers demand while minimizing environmental impact,” said Chuck Durst, president of Oshkosh AeroTech. “GSE Expo Europe attendees can see firsthand how Oshkosh AeroTech is developing solutions and products for the airfield of the future.”

 Oshkosh AeroTech’s booth space will include:

• B80 Electric Tractor: New to the European market, the B80 Electric Tractor offers reliability and performance now in a fully electric option to support sustainability goals.
• Ranger Electric Cargo Loader: Maneuver cargo loads with a zero emission, efficient solution offering intuitive on-board and remote diagnostics. The Ranger Electric Cargo Loader is purpose-built to tackle the unique needs of today’s ramp operations.
• CLT-8 Transporter: Fully electric, efficient loading and transporting of containers to and from the aircraft. Combining both cargo transporting and loading capabilities helps minimize ground times and the number of vehicles required to load an aircraft.
• AmpCart Towable Charging Platform: Enhanced for the global market, this cutting-edge towable charging station is designed to provide optimal convenience and allow electric GSE to access battery charging power anywhere on the ramp. The platform provides multiple electric charging points from a single grid input power source or engine.
• Tempest-i Deicer: Custom chassis for safety, smart design with a single engine and intuitive controls. The Tempest Deicer offers unmatched performance, reliability and serviceability with sophisticated onboard diagnostics.
• LEKTRO 88i Electric Tow Vehicle: The all-electric, highly maneuverable tow vehicle is ideal for hangar and ramp aircraft positioning, performing in both indoor and outdoor operations.
• iOPS Intelligent Monitoring Demonstration: Advanced equipment and operations monitoring software for gate and ground support fleet telematics. The iOPS system provides actionable, real-time information which enables smart management of the shifting elements of airport operations.
• Tempest-i Aircraft Deicing Simulator: Ideal for training and skill evaluation, the simulator mirrors the Tempest-i Aircraft Deicer's functionality ensuring skillful operation and knowledge retention.

An additional highlight of the booth will include the opportunity to experience products from Oshkosh Corporation’s JLG Industries and Oshkosh Airport Products businesses. The Oshkosh Striker Volterra Electric Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle and multiple products from the company’s JLG Industries business will be on display reinforcing the organization’s commitment to air transportation and services. The Striker Volterra Electric ARFF’s placement at GSE Expo Europe is one of many stops on a European Road Tour. 

“At Oshkosh Corporation, our innovations and products support those who do some of the toughest jobs – responding to emergencies, keeping travelers moving safely and efficiently, working at height and more,” said Mike Pack, Oshkosh Corporation executive vice president and chief financial officer and president, Vocational segment. “As shown by our comprehensive display of products and technologies at GSE Expo Europe, we remain dedicated to developing sustainable, intelligent and robust solutions which advance the everchanging aviation sector without compromising performance or reliability.” 

Formerly JBT AeroTech, Oshkosh AeroTech was acquired by Oshkosh Corporation in August 2023 and rebranded to Oshkosh AeroTech in March 2024.