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2023 Lifetime
Achievement
Michalis Panag
Working his way up from the ramp with an eye on procedure,
the corporate health and safety manager at Goldair Handling
has become a ground handling guru.
BY JOSH SMITH
A
s it does with other aviation enthusiasts, the " smell
of kerosene " piqued Michalis Panagoulias' fascination
with aircraft. Also curious about how planes fly, he
recalls being interested in working in aviation at a young age.
He took an entry-level job in aviation and had a career-oriented
vision to contribute to the industry's growth and development.
From his first days as an apron loader and delivery boy
to his current role as corporate health and safety manager at
Goldair Handling, Panagoulias has enjoyed the journey.
" I feel lucky because Goldair Handling trusted me and supported
me by many means, " he says, noting the company's support
through training, coaching, seminars and more.
Panagoulias' career is a prime example of the opportunities
afforded by ground handling for those who become a student
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of the industry. He has relished the experience and the variety
that has come with his line of work. Given the chance to learn
something new every day, he says the industry is never dull.
" This is what attracted me to a lifelong career in aviation and
ground handling, " Panagoulias says.
In recognition of his professional achievements and contributions
to Goldair Handling, Panagoulias has been named
the 2023 Ground Support Worldwide Lifetime Achievement
award winner.
Roots from the Ramp
Panagoulias began his career in the aviation industry in 1996.
Working for an airline, he was an apron loader, baggage handling
system (BHS) loader and cleaner.

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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of may2023

Publisher's Note: Make Plans Now To Be at GSE Expo
Business Buzz
Industry Expert Column: Hamburg Airport's Efforts to Improve the Health of Ground Handlers
ITW GSE: 2023 Product Leader of the Year
Unifi Aviation: 2023 Service Leader of the Year
Ethan Begrowicz: 2023 Team Leader of the Year
Michalis Panagoulias: 2023 Lifetime Achievement
Africa's Opportunities and Obstacles
How to Acquire a SIDA Badge
The Benefit of Uniting Ground Power and Conditioned Air
Product Hangar
Spotlight on: Steve Berry
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may2023 - Publisher's Note: Make Plans Now To Be at GSE Expo
may2023 - Business Buzz
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may2023 - Industry Expert Column: Hamburg Airport's Efforts to Improve the Health of Ground Handlers
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may2023 - ITW GSE: 2023 Product Leader of the Year
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may2023 - Unifi Aviation: 2023 Service Leader of the Year
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may2023 - Ethan Begrowicz: 2023 Team Leader of the Year
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may2023 - Michalis Panagoulias: 2023 Lifetime Achievement
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may2023 - Africa's Opportunities and Obstacles
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may2023 - How to Acquire a SIDA Badge
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may2023 - The Benefit of Uniting Ground Power and Conditioned Air
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