Glasgow Prestwick Airport has handled its longest-ever piece of freight, as part of a consignment for the oil and gas industry.
The cargo was flown from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, alongside two additional 40-foot components for on-carriage to Aberdeen.
The longest piece, 67 feet long and weighing 24 tonnes, was transported on three 20-foot connecting pallets, and required three main deck loaders and two cranes for safe offloading.
The entire operation was completed in 30 minutes.
The Scottish government-owned airport invested in new high loaders last year, with capacities of 20 and 35 tonnes, which were used to offload this consignment. Business development director, Nico Le Roux, said: “Last year, we decided to invest significantly in our infrastructure, and the success of this operation is a direct result of that commitment.” “We are dedicated to supporting our clients and the industries they operate in, particularly outsized cargo for the oil and gas sector, which has always been one of our strengths.”