Cornwall Airport Newquay expands emergency response fleet

Regional Gateway
Satu Dahl
02 Apr 2026

Cornwall Airport Newquay has unveiled three new state-of-the-art aviation fire appliances that include the 100th Rosenbauer Panther to be delivered in the UK and ROI – marking a significant milestone for both the airport and Rosenbauer UK.

The airport says the new vehicles will form a core part of the airport’s rescue and firefighting service, significantly enhancing its ability to respond rapidly and effectively to aircraft emergencies, and that the new fleet also supports the airport’s sustainability ambitions. The vehicles are going to be operated on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil as part of a 12-month trial. It can reduce lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional diesel...

Cornwall Airport Newquay expands emergency response fleet | Regional Gateway | 02 Apr 2026