Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has reported its seventh consecutive year of profitability, recording £3.9 million for the year ended 31 March 2026.
Freight volumes rose to more than 46,000 tonnes during the year, with 15 scheduled weekly mainland China freighter services and three weekly Hong Kong services.
This increase in freight helped drive an 11% increase in operating profit for PIK, with the airport’s dedicated Terminal E e-commerce facility now having processed more than 33 million parcels.
Royal Mail and Evri have established operations at PIK to support direct airport to last mile handling.
PIK has also made substantial investment in cool chain capability, including dedicated personnel, temperature monitoring, enhanced screening, and 87 tonnes of chiller capacity.
Reportedly, the investment has supported the airport’s seafood export service, with 1.78 million kilograms of Scottish salmon exported in the first six months of 2026.
Cargo growth has created more than 250 direct jobs, with the airport’s in-house operating model supporting aircraft handling, cargo processing, fuelling, and air traffic control through a single operational structure.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport chief executive officer, Jules Matteoni, said: “Freight volumes quadrupled over the last year, reflecting the successful execution of our strategy to position the airport as a leading UK cargo gateway.
“The development of long-haul scheduled cargo connectivity, particularly with Asian markets, has driven both import and export growth, supported by investment in cold storage facilities, enhanced handling capabilities, and bonded warehouse infrastructure.”
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