Recently-launched Skyway Airlines of the Philippines has appointed Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent handler – as handling agent for its new freighter services to Hong Kong, which are targeted at the e-commerce sector. Hactl will provide a one-stop-shop operation for Skyway, covering terminal handling, ramp handling and documentation. Skyway commences the flights on 20th March, using its 18-tonne capacity B737-400 freighters on the six-times-weekly … [Read more...] about New Philippines freighter operator picks Hactl as its handler
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025 to focus on people, processes and performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will focus on the need to modernize operations, invest in workforce development, and strengthen coordination and collaboration to improve performance. “Ground handling is critical for the safety, efficiency and resilience of the entire aviation industry. The key word we will focus on at this year’s IGHC is “elevate”. We’ll be looking for ways to drive better performance in the … [Read more...] about IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025 to focus on people, processes and performance
WFS resumes cargo handling partnership with Malaysia Airlines’ cargo arm, MASkargo in France as Paris returns to airline’s network
Malaysia Airlines’ cargo arm, MASkargo has resumed its cargo handling partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, in Paris to support the airline’s new daily flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The two companies previously partnered in the French capital until Malaysia Airlines withdrew from the route in January 2016. Returning this month, Malaysia Airlines is now operating daily Airbus A350-900 passenger and cargo services connecting Paris and Kuala Lumpur, … [Read more...] about WFS resumes cargo handling partnership with Malaysia Airlines’ cargo arm, MASkargo in France as Paris returns to airline’s network
SATS collaborates with global GSE manufacturer Guangtai to drive innovation in airport ground support technologies
SATS Airport Services Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SATS Ltd. (SATS), one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia’s pre-eminent provider of food solutions and Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment Co Ltd (Guangtai), global ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturer and supplier, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 27 March 2025 to explore and trial advanced technologies to drive improvements in airport ground support services provided by SATS and … [Read more...] about SATS collaborates with global GSE manufacturer Guangtai to drive innovation in airport ground support technologies
Worldwide Flight Services plans rollout of CHAMP A2Z Scan to automate and digitalise paperless document processing
One of the world’s largest and leading ground handlers, Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has implemented CHAMP A2Z Scan and is planning a wider rollout in 2025. CHAMP A2Z Scan is a smart application that automates and digitalizes the time-consuming tasks of manual Air Waybill (AWB) data entry or comparison with corresponding AWB data into any cargo management system - including CHAMP’s Cargospot suite. The solution - already operational in WFS’ Dublin warehouse - has … [Read more...] about Worldwide Flight Services plans rollout of CHAMP A2Z Scan to automate and digitalise paperless document processing
Brussels Airport Company awards new ground handling licences
At Brussels Airport, ground handling is provided by external service providers responsible for key services such as baggage handling and catering transport. As the licences in five categories of ground handling are set to expire at the end of October 2025, Brussels Airport launched a selection process in early 2024 to award new licences. Following this procedure, Brussels Airport Company has granted new licences for all restricted categories. These new licences will be valid for seven years. In … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport Company awards new ground handling licences
