SATS Ltd. (SATS), a leading global provider of air cargo and logistics solutions based in Singapore, is currently supporting cargo operations for Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier, at its unique dual base at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam (DMM). This comes as Jazeera Airways established alternative air-land connections to Kuwait, following the closure of the Kuwait International Airport amid the regional conflict. These are in Dammam, where SATS operates a 60,000 sqm … [Read more...] about SATS and Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways serve cargo connections to Kuwait from Saudi Arabia
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
Reimagining the hub: How SATS is building the cargo terminal of the future
As global trade accelerates and air cargo networks grow more complex, SATS is redefining what next-generation hub operations should look like. Through a blend of automation, orchestration, digital intelligence, and workforce transformation, the ground handler is shaping a cargo environment designed for scale, resilience, and service excellence—anchoring Singapore’s position as a world-leading logistics and aviation hub. According to Henry Low, CEO of SATS Singapore Hub, the catalyst … [Read more...] about Reimagining the hub: How SATS is building the cargo terminal of the future
dnata finalises integration of Italian ground handling business following strategic acquisition
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has completed the integration of its Italian ground handling business into its global organisation, with all activities now operating under the dnata brand. This milestone follows dnata’s full acquisition of its Italian ground services subsidiary, previously operating as Airport Handling, after progressively increasing its shareholding in recent years. Strengthening presence in Rome and Milan The integration builds on a series of … [Read more...] about dnata finalises integration of Italian ground handling business following strategic acquisition
Royal Air Maroc Cargo meets growing cool chain demand with enhanced facilities
Royal Air Maroc Cargo is carrying out extensive renovation and expansion work at its temperature-controlled facilities at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN). Once completed, the cargo arm of the nation’s airline will have access to a total of five cold chambers at its main hub. Three import and two export chambers with a combined area of 590 m², will provide different cold storage temperatures to cater to the requirements of the region’s large perishables (fresh produce and … [Read more...] about Royal Air Maroc Cargo meets growing cool chain demand with enhanced facilities
Swissport drives pharma cold chain growth at EuroAirport Basel
Swissport has reached a significant operational milestone at EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg, handling 1,000 temperature-controlled containers (RKN-equivalent units) through its "cool+connect" facility. The milestone reflects strong growth in pharmaceutical volumes and reinforces Basel’s role as a key European gateway for life science air cargo. Since the launch of its “cool+connect” infrastructure in February 2025, Swissport has processed more than 1,000 temperature-controlled containers … [Read more...] about Swissport drives pharma cold chain growth at EuroAirport Basel
Hactl becomes the first air cargo terminal in the world to roll out 100% closed-loop recycled plastic sheets
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – has achieved a world first in its quest to introduce and adopt 100% closed-loop recycled plastic sheets for cargo operations. Since 2022, Hactl has begun to adopt recycled plastic sheets composed of 30–50% recycled material, and since then has been driving toward a fully 100% recycled solution. In collaboration with the Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI), the two organisations have now … [Read more...] about Hactl becomes the first air cargo terminal in the world to roll out 100% closed-loop recycled plastic sheets
