Saudia Cargo announces signing a new Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA) with Swissport International AG, which will serve as its official ground-handling agent at Nairobi Airport. Swissport will handle all aspects of ground support, including cargo handling, loading and unloading, and special care for temperature-sensitive products. Commenting on the strategic collaboration, Mohanned Badri, Vice President of Operations at Saudia Cargo, said: " Our strategic collaboration with Swissport … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo and Swissport deepen ties with signing of Nairobi Airport agreement
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
Marking 25 years, PACTL unveils strategic blueprint for the next era
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL) marked its 25th anniversary by unveiling a forward-looking five-year strategy, aimed at strengthening its global competitiveness in the air cargo sector and advancing Shanghai’s development as an international shipping hub. Journey of growth and innovation Founded in 1999, PACTL quickly became a key player in air cargo industry, achieving milestones such as the opening of PACTL WEST in 2008, the largest terminal in Asia … [Read more...] about Marking 25 years, PACTL unveils strategic blueprint for the next era
WFS introduces Biofuel to reduce GSE carbon emissions by 80% at Paris CDG
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, will achieve an 80% reduction in carbon emissions from its ground support equipment (GSE) at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport by replacing conventional fuel with Biofuel. Starting this month, Biofuel will power WFS GSE such as tow trucks, self-propelled aircraft stairs, ground power units, loaders, aircraft pushback vehicles, baggage belt loaders, cargo transporters, and air start units. These are used to handle over 2,850 flights a … [Read more...] about WFS introduces Biofuel to reduce GSE carbon emissions by 80% at Paris CDG
S. F. Express launches facility with SATS in Singapore, strengthens logistics in Southeast Asia and globally
S.F. Express Singapore, a leader in Asia’s logistics landscape, marked a significant milestone with the official opening of its airside logistics centre located at SATS Core A warehouse in Changi Airfreight Centre. The new facility enables the optimisation of export and import operations, resulting in improved flexibility and faster turnaround times for customers. The development facilitates the enhancement of S. F. Express Singapore’s expansion across Southeast Asia and globally. With the … [Read more...] about S. F. Express launches facility with SATS in Singapore, strengthens logistics in Southeast Asia and globally
dnata adds 14 electric ground power units (GPUs) to Dubai fleet
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced the addition of 14 new, 180kVA electric ground power units (GPU) to its ground support equipment fleet at Dubai International airport (DXB). This new equipment will handle 33% of all GPU utilisation at the world’s busiest international airport. They will replace diesel-powered equipment, reducing fuel consumption by some 550,000 litres annually. A GPU is a mobile or stationary device used to provide electrical power to … [Read more...] about dnata adds 14 electric ground power units (GPUs) to Dubai fleet
Hactl adds MSC Air to its customer portfolio
A new airline name is appearing in Hong Kong, with the imminent arrival of the first official flight of MSC Air Cargo, operated by MSC Air, after the purchase and rebranding of AlisCargo Airlines. The Milan-based carrier – part of the giant Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) empire – has chosen Hong Kong’s largest independent ground handler, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl), as its service partner. MSC-owned B777 freighters first appeared in Hong Kong in December 2022, with the … [Read more...] about Hactl adds MSC Air to its customer portfolio
