ALS: More Than Seasonal Support
In aviation, peak travel periods bring increased passenger volumes, tighter turnaround times and greater pressure on airport operations. For airlines, maintaining efficiency, safety and operational continuity during these busy periods is essential. This is where Global Load Control’s Airport Loading Supervisor (ALS) programme delivers real value, providing operational support that helps airline partners maintain safe, […]
The Future of Flight Management and Load Control
The latest Flight Management User Group (FMUG), hosted by Air France at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, brought together aviation professionals from across the industry to discuss the future of flight management, load control and operational support. Representing Global Load Control (GLC) at the event was Configuration Specialist, Beatrix Eickhoff, who joined airline and industry […]
GLC at the Help Alliance OnSite Event 2026
In April 2026, colleagues from Global Load Control (GLC) joined the Help Alliance OnSite Event in Seeheim, bringing together the Lufthansa Group’s global community for two days of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and inspiration. Representing GLC were Safeerah Amod-Jassiem and Mbongeni Ngcobo from Cape Town, alongside Paul Havenga from Windhoek and John Letting from Zanzibar. Their […]
Welcoming the Swiss Airlines Innovation and Operations Team to GLC Cape Town
Today, GLC had the pleasure of hosting 11 team members from the Swiss Airlines Innovation and Operations division at our Cape Town Head Office. The visit formed part of their broader team workshop in South Africa and provided an opportunity for collaboration, knowledge sharing and operational insight across both organisations. An afternoon of learning and […]
Learning in Action: Ramp Day Experience at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
At GLC (Global Load Control), we believe that hands-on learning is one of the most powerful ways to grow – both as individuals and as a team. Recently, two of our colleagues from GLC Cape Town and GLC Belgrade joined a Ramp Day at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), experiencing first-hand the coordination that drives one of […]
Countdown to Amsterdam: GLC at the 26th GHI Annual Conference
The countdown is on – less than three weeks to go until the 26th GHI Annual Conference in Amsterdam (10–12 November). This is GHI’s biggest event of the year – and for Global Load Control (GLC), it’s one of the most important highlights in our calendar too. Why this event matters The GHI Annual Conference […]
GLC Celebrates Two Finalists at the 2025 Pride of Ground Handling Awards
We’re proud to be shortlisted for the Pride of Ground Handling Awards 2025! ✈️🌍 This global event recognises the very best in aviation services, leadership, and innovation – and this year, GLC is honoured to have two leaders shortlisted in the Industry Leader of the Year category. Our finalists, Simone Brueckner (Global Operations Executive) and […]
GLC Contributes to Lufthansa Group Collaboration Award-Winning Initiative
Recognising Collaboration Across the Lufthansa Group Last night, Lufthansa Group presented the Collaboration Award in Seeheim, Germany. Around 250 guests attended the ceremony, which celebrated initiatives that embody the 2025 theme: Connecting People. Embracing Diversity. Growing Together. We are proud to share that Seasonal Peak Support was honoured in the People category – and Global […]
Strengthening Connections in Nairobi: A Visit with Our Lufthansa Group Colleagues
Today, GLC’s Managing Director, Markus Becker, and Business Relationship Manager, Yolanda Bilang Haynes, had the pleasure of visiting our Lufthansa Group colleagues based in Nairobi, Kenya. This visit was a valuable opportunity to exchange insights, learn more about the local team’s operations, and share updates on the services GLC provides across our growing portfolio of […]