MSG Aviation

MSG Aviation is a Norwegian company that has developed a robotic, all-in-one system for aircraft ground services. The company was founded in 2009 by Svein Gunnar Mæland with the idea of creating a fully automatic solution for aircraft washing and de-icing. After a decade of development and testing, the company is preparing to launch its first operational facility at Oslo Airport (OSL).

The company's core offering is the Multi-Solution Gate, a large, automated robotic system installed in a hangar-like facility. This system is designed to perform several time-consuming ground operations more efficiently and sustainably. Its primary functions include aircraft de-icing, washing, engine washing, and technical inspection. By using a closed, automated system, MSG Aviation's technology can complete a wash in about 20 minutes and de-icing in under seven minutes, processes that can take hours manually. The system also supports environmental sustainability by enabling the recycling of chemicals. For inspections, the robot uses high-resolution cameras and artificial intelligence to scan the aircraft's fuselage for damage with high precision.

MSG Aviation targets airlines, airports, and ground handlers as its primary clients. The business model involves installing its robotic facilities at airports and providing services to various carriers. The company has already signed letters of intent with airlines such as Norwegian and Widerøe, with Widerøe Ground Handling set to be an operator of the facility at OSL. The system is versatile, capable of servicing a range of aircraft from smaller private planes to large passenger and military aircraft.

Keywords: aircraft ground handling, robotic automation, de-icing solutions, aircraft maintenance, automated inspection, aviation technology, environmental aviation, airport services, fuselage washing, AI inspection