Menzies Aviation Commits to dBD Communications’ Wireless Technology at Budapest Airport

Budapest represents the first permanent commitment of this scale from Menzies, showcasing confidence not only in the Minerva Momentary system itself, but in the consistency, reliability and adaptability that dBD brings to high-pressure ramp operations.

Bernadett Gogolak, Station Manager at Menzies Aviation, comments: “Innovation is key at Menzies. Embracing new technologies helps us work smarter and streamline our daily operations. dBD provides a safe solution for our headset activities, and our team enjoys working with their product. The future is ahead of us — and with this, we’ve taken a few steps closer to it.”

Minerva Momentary: Designed for Demanding Airside Environments

The Minerva Momentary system provides robust wireless duplex communications, engineered specifically for aviation ground operations. It enhances clarity between ground teams and flight crews during pushback, wing walks, and inspections, even in busy or acoustically challenging environments.

Used in both single and dual-operator configurations, Minerva offers flexibility for differing operational needs. In two-person scenarios, visual hand signals remain in use between the headset operator and tug driver, while voice comms with the flight deck are maintained via the momentary microphone button — striking a balance between traditional procedures and modern communication capabilities.

The system also supports splitter cables, enabling 2 or 3-way communication, ideal for wing walking, towing, or live training with multiple operatives connected at once.

Rebuilding Momentum Across Europe

In parallel with the Menzies development, dBD Communications has also reengaged with EasyJet, supporting their fleet at London Gatwick. We initially delivered Minerva VOX systems in March 2020, just before the global lockdown. As EasyJet and their service partners emerged from the pandemic, dBD returned to fully service and refurbish the equipment, ensuring operational readiness as flight schedules resumed.

Minerva VOX offers voice-activated wireless communication, allowing team members to transmit hands-free as soon as they speak — an ideal solution for fast-paced ramp environments.

At Gatwick, the equipment originally purchased by EasyJet is now actively utilised by DHL, supporting their operational teams during pushback procedures.

This renewed engagement underscores our commitment to building long-term relationships, not just delivering products. From first-time deployment to post-pandemic servicing, we continue to support teams on the ground with dependable, intuitive communication solutions.

About dBD Communications

With over two decades of wireless innovation, dBD Communications is the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of duplex communication systems for rail, aviation, and critical infrastructure.

From wireless pushback headsets to full de-icing communication setups, our systems are trusted in over 34 countries worldwide, with a reputation for safety, reliability and technical excellence.

To learn more about our product portfolio and our commitment to revolutionising ground-handling communications, visit www.dbdcommunications.co.uk or contact sales@dbdcommunications.co.uk.