Aurrigo International has added another trophy to its expanding cabinet after CEO Prof David Keene MBE claimed the Technology Leader title at the West Midlands Leadership Awards.

Prof Keene (pictured, centre) was lauded for the way he has accelerated the Coventry firm’s expansion into the world of aviation, a sector that is traditionally difficult to introduce new innovations. Aurrigo’s growing range of autonomous vehicles are changing this narrative and have already been involved in real-world trials at 12 global airports, ranging from Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky International in the US to Zurich in Europe and Teesside closer to home in the UK.

The latest accolades come hot on the heels of David’s Ambassador of the Year honour at the Business Desk Awards and the Highly Acclaimed Innovative Logistics Solution in Air Cargo from the industry revered STAT Times.

“It has been a fantastic start to 2026 for Aurrigo International, with three major awards secured and, equally important, major growth plans coming to fruition,” commented David, who received his MBE from Prince William last year.

“Technology is at the core of what we do, so it’s fantastic to be recognised in this field, especially when you consider the diverse and innovative nature of the firms we were up against.”

He continued: “Our Auto-DollyTug® , Auto-Cargo® and Auto-Shuttle® vehicles, not to mention our Auto-Sim® software platform, are promising to improve the passenger experience and increase efficiencies at airports across the globe, all whilst reducing their carbon footprint by 60% when compared to using diesel tugs. That’s proving a very attractive proposition.”

Aurrigo International plc was presented with the Highly Acclaimed Innovation Logistics Solution in Air Cargo by the STAT Times during the World Cargo Symposium in Lima earlier this month.

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