Oceania Aviation

PIONEERS IN GROUND HANDLING AND AVIATION

OCEANIA AVIATION SUPPLY CHAIN

S OA R I N G TO NEW HEIGHTS Oceania Aviation has been providing industry-leading ground handling and aviation services since 1996. We discover Australia’s trusted provider for many leading domestic and international airlines, serving over 60,000 flights each year Writer: Lily Sawyer | Project Manager: Ryan Gray

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s Australia’s leading ground handling services provider, Oceania Aviation is at the forefront of providing safe, innovative, and efficient aviation services for a multitude of wellknown airlines.

Combining specialist equipment, a dedicated team, and a wealth of

industry experience, Oceania Aviation delivers unparalleled service at every level.

Australian-owned, the company first commenced operations in June 1996 and has since grown exponentially.

Its rapid growth can be attributed to the dedication, drive, and

commitment of more than 650 stalwart employees, who span 24 locations across Australia and Asia Pacific.

Oceania Aviation takes extreme care to ensure each member of its team is highly trained, to provide a safe and efficient service with unmatched reliability.

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The company’s state-of-the-art aviation technology is unmatched by competitors, whilst its systematic approach to ground handling delivers exceptional, quality service, every time.

OCEANIA AVIATION SERVICES – AT A GLANCE CHECK-IN CREW - Oceania Aviation’s check–in crew comprises highly trained professionals who ensure all processes are followed meticulously to deliver an exceptional customer experience. From processing customers via the airline

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check-in system, to delays and disruption management, the company’s check-in

Oceania Aviation takes great care to implement efficiency and innovation within each service it offers, across a broad range of domestic and international airlines.

From check-in and cabin presentation services to ground and freight handling, Oceania Aviation’s team of highly-skilled professionals are dedicated to ensuring safety and success in everything they do.

The company is not only a supplier but works closely with its clients to understand their individual requirements, utilising technology and business improvement practices to continuously provide better service.

Oceania Aviation additionally handles VIP charter services across its 22 airport locations, catering for government dignitaries, celebrities, and monarchs from all over the world.

Priding itself on delivering a bespoke experience in a safe and discrete way to ensure the privacy of guests travelling on charter flights, the company’s full-service charter management includes ground transport services, VIP passenger processing through international departures, and any other special requirements.

AIRSIDE GROUND CREW - The company’s airside ground crew undergoes

REVOLUTIONARY RELATIONSHIPS In the dynamic world of aviation, strategic partnerships can widen a company’s outreach and bolster its reputation, allowing it to soar to new heights.

In early November this year, Oceania Aviation announced its recent collaboration with Batik Air at Adelaide Airport, a partnership that 4 | APAC Outlook Issue 65

crew provides reliable, top-quality service.

rigorous training that focuses on following standard operating procedures and a well-established turn model. Thorough training ensures that Oceania Aviation maintains a safe and compliant operation for airline customers and their clients.

AIRCRAFT CABIN PRESENTATION CREW - The aircraft cabin presentation crew is meticulous and experienced in a wide variety of cabin cleans. These include last-minute spot cleans for spills, efficient turnaround cleans, and full end-of-day termination deep cleans to fully prepare the aircraft for passengers the following day. The crew has high standards, which enables Oceania Aviation to meet or exceed aircraft cleaning requirements.

HANDLING FREIGHT - Oceana Aviation’s freight handling crews boast experience with both narrow and wide body freighters. Capable of containerised and palletised loading, main deck, below wing, and bulk loading, crews work throughout the night to ensure punctual freight distribution around the company’s national and international network.

Major clients include:

Your specialist ground equipment and maintenance provider Airside Equipment Specialist is leading the way in airside ground equipment and maintenance, operating from Tasmania, Australia, and servicing clients world-wide.

Always innovative and progressive, with a team dedicated to ongoing research and adapting to industry standards.

Airside Equipment Specialist’s products are Australian made, tested, and distinctly durable, using only materials of the highest grade. Specialising in industry specific and custom-built new equipment, used equipment, supporting products (signage and safety add ons), and airside maintenance and repairs, client satisfaction is guaranteed.

• Airside Logistics • Aus Flight Handling • Australian Airport Services • Jetstar • Menzies Aviation • Oceania Aviation

• Precision Aviation • Qantas • Skytraders • Swissport • TCR Group • Virgin Australia

A testament to the outstanding reputation of this locally owned and operated company.

Accustomed to working with a wide range of clients, no client or job is too big or too small. Contact the company’sfriendly team today, for all your airside ground equipment and servicing needs.

Airside Equipment Specialist Pty Ltd Phone: + 61 417 626 231 Email: admin@airsideequipment.com.au Website: www.airsideequipment.com.au

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promises a wave of innovation and excellence.

Batik Air is part of Lion Group and the re-branded Malindo airline.

Renowned for its commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, the organisation has quickly become a prominent player in the aviation industry.

With a fleet of modern aircraft and a team of highly trained professionals, this airline has earned a reputation for excellence in passenger and cargo services.

Oceania Aviation was thrilled to announce the partnership with Batik Air in its inaugural flight on 10th November 2023 from Adelaide Airport. The flight departed and landed as scheduled without a 6 | APAC Outlook Issue 65

hitch, marking the beginning of a remarkable relationship.

The partnership between the two companies will undoubtedly benefit customers and stakeholders, since both companies are committed to reducing carbon emissions and adopting sustainable practices.

Oceania Aviation and Batik Air’s relationship is built on a solid foundation of shared values, including a commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE Since the inception of the aviation industry, diesel-driven equipment has been at the forefront of servicing aircraft and airports around the world.

Oceania Aviation seeks to change this, through its revolutionary new trials for sustainable aviation support services.

The company’s dedication to greener energy supplies has come to the fore in recent months, exemplified by its commitment to prioritising electric over diesel power for its ground services equipment (GSE).

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has invested a great deal of time into producing a road map for the industry to take steps to achieve net zero by 2050.

Oceania Aviation is proud to be part of the environmental revolution and securing green solutions for its vast GSE fleet

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Oceania Aviation understands that growth is the cornerstone of success, and investing in employee development epitomises this commitment. The company offers a comprehensive training programme that empowers staff, backed by external courses, career development initiatives, incentives for recruitment and retention, and a dynamic blend of online and face-to-face training.

EXTERNAL COURSES FOR SKILLS ENHANCEMENT – Collaboration with external partners enables Oceania Aviation to provide certifications such as the Certificate III in Aviation, enriching skill sets and opening doors to new opportunities.

HIGH-CALIBRE TRAINING FOR UNPARALLELED GROWTH – Whether it’s through convenient online content or immersive face-to-face sessions, Oceania Aviation believes in providing a diverse learning approach to cater to a range of learning styles.

CULTIVATING LEADERS WITHIN – The company actively supports the growth trajectory of employees, providing avenues for upskilling, cross-functional learning, and mentorship.

INCENTIVES TO NURTURE GROWTH – Oceania Aviation rewards exceptional performance and dedication by offering a pathway for progression, setting its team members up for long-term success.

KNOWLEDGE REFRESH AND REINFORCEMENT – The company regularly refreshes knowledge and reinforces learning to keep employees at the forefront of industry advancements.

BALANCING PRACTICAL AND THEORY - This training approach offers a blend of theoretical concepts and practical assessments.

across Australia and Asia Pacific.

The company is heavily involved with the development, analysis, and comparison of new electric GSE, which includes electric baggage tugs and electric belt loaders.

Oceania Aviation remains in discussion with key stakeholders, customers, airport authorities, regulators, and other government departments to ensure all parties are concurrent with new requirements on infrastructure, regulations, safety, and operations.

As it continues to grow, the company’s investment in environmentally-friendly equipment reflects its genuine commitment to a greener future.

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