How an Aviation Ground Services Provider Reduced Downtime by 38% with Smarter Vehicle Leasing
Case Study: Summary
Company: UK-based aviation ground handling provider
Fleet Size: 14 vehicles
Challenge: Rising maintenance costs, unreliable older vans, and difficulty sourcing compliant vehicles for airport contracts.
The Problem:
The company was using a mixed fleet of ageing vans and cars - many over 6 years old. Frequent breakdowns and long lead times on parts were impacting operational performance and risking airport SLA penalties. They also needed to meet new sustainability requirements set by their key airport partners.
The Solution:
Prestige Vehicle Leasing stepped in to provide:
10 new vans (Ford Transit Custom, Toyota Proace, and Nissan Townstar EVs)
2 executive vehicles for client transfer
Flexible lease terms over 2-4 years with full warranty and support
Full vehicle sourcing, finance, and delivery managed by our team
The Result:
38% reduction in downtime
£11,200 saved on annual maintenance costs
Fleet now fully ULEZ compliant and airport-approved
Improved driver morale and operational efficiency
Quote from the Client:
"What stood out was the way Prestige handled everything. It wasn’t just about the vans - they understood how important reliability is in our world. The team saved us time, money, and a lot of hassle."
- Operations Director.
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