Swissport, the world's leading aviation services provider, has strengthened its African cargo network with the opening of a new temperature-controlled cargo facility at Kilimanjaro International Airport, increasing cold chain capacity for East Africa's growing perishables export market while reinforcing Swissport's position as a leading provider of specialist cargo handling across Africa. The new facility enhances cargo handling capacity for exporters, airlines, and freight forwarders by … [Read more...] about Swissport strengthens African cargo network with new cold chain facility at Kilimanjaro International Airport
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Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
Raising the bar for cold chain and high-value cargo handling
Recognition at the Payload Asia Awards is often a reflection of consistency rather than a single standout achievement. For SATS, securing both Ground Handler of the Year – Asia Pacific and Global Ground Handler of the Year at the 12th edition of the awards underscores a broader shift in how the company is redefining cargo handling across increasingly complex and time-critical supply chains. As cold chain, pharmaceutical, and high-value shipments take on greater prominence in Asia’s trade … [Read more...] about Raising the bar for cold chain and high-value cargo handling
dnata Italy marks next phase of growth with 300 permanent roles across Rome and Milan
dnata is marking the next phase of its growth in Italy by offering permanent employment to 300 colleagues across its airport operations in Rome and Milan. Effective this month, the move covers 150 employees at Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and a further 150 across Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Milan Linate (LIN) airports. It forms part of dnata Italy’s long-term workforce strategy, supporting greater employment stability, skills development and operational resilience across three of the country’s major … [Read more...] about dnata Italy marks next phase of growth with 300 permanent roles across Rome and Milan
Swissport opens Integrated Control Centre at Birmingham Airport to enhance safety and operational performance
Swissport, the global leader in aviation services, has officially opened its new Integrated Control Centre (ICC) at Birmingham Airport, marking a significant investment in safety, operational excellence and digital innovation across its UK & Ireland operations. The facility provides 24/7 oversight of ground operations, combining operational control, telematics, AI-supported monitoring, live video systems and geo-fencing technology into a single operational environment. By delivering … [Read more...] about Swissport opens Integrated Control Centre at Birmingham Airport to enhance safety and operational performance
Western Sydney International Airport and Freightquip partner to deliver Australia’s first GSE pooling operation
Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) and Freightquip today announced a partnership that will see WSI become the first Australian airport to operate an airport-wide GSE pooling programme. Commencing full operations in October 2026, WSI will have the highest proportion of electric ground support equipment of any airport nationally, establishing a new benchmark for airport ground operations. Under the partnership, Freightquip will supply and operate a GSE fleet covering … [Read more...] about Western Sydney International Airport and Freightquip partner to deliver Australia’s first GSE pooling operation
dnata secures ground handling license at Amsterdam Schiphol
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has been re-awarded a ground handling license at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in the Netherlands, reinforcing its position at one of Europe’s most important aviation hubs. The award follows a competitive public tender by the airport operator and enables dnata to continue providing high-quality ground handling services at AMS for the next seven years, as Schiphol moves into the next phase of its ground handling operations. dnata … [Read more...] about dnata secures ground handling license at Amsterdam Schiphol
