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The GSE Podcast

Matt Weitzel

37 episodes

5 days ago

Send us a text Mallaghan unveils their groundbreaking e-commerce platform designed to revolutionize how customers access and order replacement parts for their ground support equipment. After 18 months of development and data preparation, this intuitive system allows users to search by serial number, part number, or common nouns with integrated images for easy identification. • Built on the Shopify platform with full integration capabilities for maintenance management systems • Features custo...

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Send us a text Mallaghan unveils their groundbreaking e-commerce platform designed to revolutionize how customers access and order replacement parts for their ground support equipment. After 18 months of development and data preparation, this intuitive system allows users to search by serial number, part number, or common nouns with integrated images for easy identification. • Built on the Shopify platform with full integration capabilities for maintenance management systems • Features custo...

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Episodes (20/37)

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Episode 37 – Parts Made Simple: Mallaghan Launches Their New E-Commerce Platform at GSE Expo

Send us a text Malahan unveils their groundbreaking e-commerce platform designed to revolutionize how customers access and order replacement parts for their ground support equipment. After 18 months of development and data preparation, this intuitive system allows users to search by serial number, part number, or common nouns with integrated images for easy identification. • Built on the Shopify platform with full integration capabilities for maintenance management systems • Features customi...

3 days ago

26 minutes

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Episode 36 – “Listening to Your Customers”: Inside Avro’s Customer-Led Approach to GSE

Send us a text Avro GSE shares their remarkable journey from a trading company to a full-fledged GSE manufacturer with facilities across North America and Europe. The leadership team explains how listening to customers and implementing feedback has transformed their product quality and service capabilities, positioning them as a rising force in the industry. • Avro's transition from white-labeling equipment to manufacturing their own high-quality GSE in factories across Manitoba, Minnesota, ...

1 week ago

55 minutes

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Episode 35 - "Grounded in Hope": Fortbrand & Fast Unite for Breast Cancer Awareness

Send us a text Fortbrand and Fast Global Solutions partner to auction a special "Grounded in Hope" pink bag cart at the GSE Expo, with all proceeds benefiting the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The custom Bravo Series bag cart features white paint with distinctive pink curtains and will be displayed at Fort Brand's booth #2012, where attendees can place bids through a QR code or make direct donations. • Auction runs September 8-17, with the winner announced at the Women of GSE event • Th...

2 weeks ago

13 minutes

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Episode 34 - "From Demo Zones to the Layover Lounge”: Previewing GSE Expo 2025 with Jennifer Zecchino, Jon Jezo, and Jenny Lescohier

Send us a text The GSE Podcast welcomes Jennifer Zucchino (IEMA Executive Director), John Jezo (Endeavor Sales Manager), and Jenny Lescohier (Editor) to discuss the upcoming GSE Expo in Las Vegas this September and its exciting new features. • Fortbrand has acquired Xcēd, retaining all employees while expanding service offerings • IEMA has partnered with Endeavor to create an enhanced show experience with 210+ exhibitors expected • Only 25% of exhibitors are currently IEMA members despite si...

1 month ago

46 minutes

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Episode 33 - "One Year, One Mission, Many Voices": Inside Women of GSE with Karla Harrington and Abbie Hepler

Send us a text A groundbreaking initiative is transforming the traditionally male-dominated ground support equipment industry, one connection at a time. The Women of GSE movement celebrates its first anniversary this year, having evolved from a casual conversation to a powerful network supporting women across aviation ground operations. Started by passionate industry professionals from companies like Mallaghan and XSEED, the Women of GSE initiative creates meaningful networking opportunities...

3 months ago

18 minutes

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Episode 32 - "Ergonomics, Innovation, and Ramp Efficiency": Inside Power Stow with Ken Brown, Justin Brennan, & Arly Wurtzen

Send us a text Step into the world of ground support equipment innovation as the Power Stow Americas team opens their doors to reveal how they're quietly revolutionizing baggage handling operations worldwide. From their facility in Norcross, Georgia, this intimate conversation takes listeners on an unexpected journey through the company's fascinating origin story and current cutting-edge solutions. The podcast features a remarkable cast of industry veterans - Ken Brown (KB), who spent 38 yea...

4 months ago

59 minutes

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Episode 31 - "Networking, Golf, and Ground Operations" : Inside the 9th Americas GHI Conference

Send us a text Looking for reliable and flexible ground support equipment leasing solutions? Look no further than Xcēd! As your trusted partner, Xcēd specializes in tailored operating leases for ground handlers and airlines, offering top-notch equipment and flexible terms to suit your needs. Whether you're seeking the latest electric GSE or traditional equipment, Xcēd has you covered with competitive rates and exceptional customer service. Keep your operations running smoothly and efficiently...

4 months ago

27 minutes

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Episode 30 - "Pioneering Battery Solutions for GSE": Inside Green Cubes with Jerry Crump and Darin Kiefer

Send us a text Stepping into the world of advanced battery technology, this episode takes us to Kokomo, Indiana—the global headquarters of Green Cubes Technology. Here, we explore how lithium batteries are revolutionizing ground support equipment operations at airports worldwide. Jerry Crump and Darren Kiefer walk us through Green Cubes' fascinating journey from their 1986 beginnings in small power electronics to becoming leaders in lithium battery technology for material handling and GSE ap...

4 months ago

48 minutes

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Episode 29 - "From Access Control to AI": Inside Adveez with Matthias Moulinier

When Karim Ben Dhia founded Adveez in 2011, the company wasn't focused on airports at all - it was building hands-free access control systems for buildings. Today, with nearly 20,000 GSE units monitored worldwide, Adveez stands at the forefront of a technological revolution transforming ground operations at airports globally. Product and Customer Success Director Matthias Moulinier takes us through this remarkable journey, revealing how their first aviation client simply wanted to prevent co...

5 months ago

42 minutes

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Episode 28 - "Service Sells Everything in Between": Inside Oshkosh AeroTech with Joe Davis

Joe Davis shares his journey from aviation maintenance school graduate to Sales Account Manager and interim Service Manager at Oshkosh Aerotech, revealing how his hands-on technical experience provides unique value to customers. • Starting in de-icing operations after 9/11 affected aviation job prospects • Training new technicians through six-month apprenticeships with senior staff • Offering factory training programs that attract 250 customers annually • Commissioning new equipment and prov...

5 months ago

57 minutes

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Episode 27 - "Unlocking GSE Maintenance Excellence": A Conversation with EBIS

Discover how a simple idea transformed the aviation industry through the eyes of our special guest, Eric Ball, the visionary CTO and co-founder of EBIS. From his early days transitioning from a tech background to mastering the aviation sector, Eric shares the fascinating journey of EBIS, a pioneering software that revolutionized ground support equipment. Join us as we uncover how this innovative tool evolved to captivate major airlines like Southwest, navigating through challenges and growth ...

7 months ago

49 minutes

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Episode 26 - "Trailblazing GSE Legends": A Conversation with Mark DiMaria & Billy Ash

Transitioning from a diesel mechanic to a key player in the ground support equipment (GSE) industry, Mark DiMaria's journey is nothing short of inspiring. His global career, marked by stints in Spain, Ireland, Norway, China, and Saudi Arabia, showcases the adaptability and dedication required to excel in this field. Uncover the unique moment at a Saudi holiday softball game that propelled Mark into a pivotal role with Stewart and Stevenson, where he went from technical instructor to managing ...

7 months ago

47 minutes

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Episode 25- "Grant Funding and Infrastructure Challenges" : Inside TRC with Joe Annotti

Unlock the secrets of transitioning the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) sector to cleaner technologies with insights from Joe Anotti of TRC, a global engineering advisory and consulting firm. Discover how TRC is paving the way for sustainable transportation by navigating over 750 funding programs across the US and Canada to secure essential government grants and incentives. Whether you're curious about battery electric, hydrogen fuel cells, or the resurgence of natural gas and propane, Joe off...

8 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Episode 24 - “Exploring Autonomous Vehicles in GSE”: TractEasy Autonomous Panel at GSP Airport

Episode Summary:In this episode of The GSE Podcast, host Matt Weitzel dives into the potential of integrating autonomous vehicles into the airport environment. Joined by a panel of industry experts including Terry Seaworth (HNTB), Brian Wemple (Piedmont Airlines), Marty Gray (Air Canada), Ruben Aradas (formerly UPS), and Dave Edwards (GSP Airport), the discussion unpacks the opportunities, challenges, and transformative potential of autonomous Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Key topics includ...

10 months ago

45 minutes

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Episode 23 - "Shaping the Future of GSE": Navitec's Autonomous Software for GSE Innovation

In this episode of The GSE Podcast, Matt Weitzel sits down with Jouni Sievilä, CEO of Navitec Systems, to explore the cutting-edge world of autonomous software solutions for ground support equipment (GSE). With over 26 years of experience in the automation industry, Jouni discusses how Navitec is bringing its deep knowledge from mining and industrial automation to transform the GSE sector.Jouni highlights the significant benefits of integrating autonomous technology with electric GSE, the pra...

11 months ago

39 minutes

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Episode 22 -“Early preview special”: Mallaghan's new product launches at 2024 GSE Expo Europe

In this special "emergency" episode of The GSE Podcast, Matt Weitzel sits down with Joe Griffith from Mallaghan just days before the highly anticipated GSE Expo Europe in Lisbon. Together, they dive into Mallaghan’s exciting new product launches, including the fully electric lavatory and water service vehicle, and the first-of-its-kind refrigerated catering truck built on the North American EMV chassis.Joe also shares insights into the growth of the electric belt loader market and how these i...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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Episode 21 - "Innovation in Towbarless Tractors": Inside Lektro with Jesse Long

Welcome to Episode 21 of The GSE Podcast! In this episode, host Matt Weitzel is joined by Jesse Long, Global Director of Lektro Product and General Aviation Sales at Oshkosh Aerotech. Together, they explore Lektro's innovative journey as a pioneer in towbarless tractors within the ground support equipment industry.Jesse shares the rich history of Lektro, detailing how the company revolutionized aircraft towing with its unique cradling system that offers both efficiency and safety. He explains...

1 year ago

49 minutes

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Episode 20 - "Sustainability: The electrification of the Americas apron" Panel recording from the 8th Americas GHI

In Episode 20 of The GSE Podcast, host Matt Weitzel moderates an insightful panel discussion on the electrification and sustainability of ground support equipment (GSE). Recorded live from a special event, this episode brings together experts from various sectors to share their perspectives and strategies for a greener future in aviation.Guest Discussions:Brad Compton, Director of Sales at Textron, discusses the progress in electrification from a supplier's perspective. Brad highlights the ad...

1 year ago

57 minutes

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Episode 19 - "The GSE Community": 8th Americas GHI Recap

In Episode 19 of The GSE Podcast, we bring exclusive coverage from the 8th Americas GHI Conference held in Toronto, Canada. Host Matt Weitzel sits with industry experts to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the ground support equipment (GSE) sector.Guest Discussions:Scott Bellamy from Menzies Aviation shares his experiences and key takeaways from the conference, highlighting the importance of networking and new industry contacts made during the event. Scott discusses th...

1 year ago

46 minutes

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Episode 18 - "GSE Expo Europe Podcast": Max Gosney Discusses the New GHI Podcast

In this episode of The GSE Podcast, host Max Gosney joins Matt Weitzel from GHI to discuss the new GSE Expo Europe podcast. Max shares exciting details about the upcoming GSE Expo Europe event in two months in Lisbon and provides insights into what listeners can expect from the new podcast.Listen in as Matt and Max discuss:Insights into GSE Expo Europe, including key features like the Demo Zone and Innovation Zone.The format and goals of the new GSE Expo Europe podcast, co-hosted by Max and S...

1 year ago

14 minutes