Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has won a three-year contract from Turkish Airlines for ramp handling and cabin cleaning services at Denver International Airport in Colorado. The contract aligns with the launch of Turkish Airlines’ 14th destination in the United States. Türkiye’s flag carrier began operations to Denver in June 2024 with three weekly flights, increasing to four weekly flights in July, using Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 airliners between Istanbul and … [Read more...] about Turkish Airlines awards three-year ground handling contract to WFS in Denver
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
dnata enhances environmental efficiency with major fleet upgrade in Brazil
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced the addition of 24 electric tugs to its ground support equipment (GSE) fleet at São Paulo International Airport (GRU). The new, advanced vehicles represent an investment of US$ 1.7 million, demonstrating the company’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions. The electric tugs will be integral in dnata Brazil’s operations, ensuring the smooth delivery of baggage between airline customers’ aircraft and the GRU airport terminal. … [Read more...] about dnata enhances environmental efficiency with major fleet upgrade in Brazil
BioNatur honours WFS for pioneering the use of biodegradable plastics in the global air cargo industry
BioNatur Plastics has recognised Worldwide Flight Services’ (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, commitment to sustainability and honoured Stephanie Peacock, Director of Sourcing & Supply in North America at WFS, with its first ‘Pioneer Award’ for inspiring the introduction of biodegradable plastic products into the global air cargo industry. Since WFS became the launch customer for BioNatur Plastics’ biodegradable stretch wrap and pallet covers for cargo shipments in North America, … [Read more...] about BioNatur honours WFS for pioneering the use of biodegradable plastics in the global air cargo industry
DoKaSch temperature solutions expands global reach with new Opticooler® stations in Miami and Dublin
DoKaSch Temperature Solutions, a specialist in temperature-controlled active packaging, has opened new Opticooler® stations in Miami, USA, and Dublin, Ireland. These strategic locations enhance DoKaSch TS’s reach and provide better access to our reliable packaging solutions in the Americas and Europe, supporting the global supply of life-saving medicines. Located near Miami International Airport (MIA), this new station will increase the availability of Opticooler® in the southern US and offer … [Read more...] about DoKaSch temperature solutions expands global reach with new Opticooler® stations in Miami and Dublin
SATS partners with Mitsui to grow its food solutions business
SATS Ltd., a global leader in gateway services and a leading food solutions provider in Asia, announced its proposed entry into a partnership with Mitsui Co., Ltd to develop and grow their respective food and retail solutions businesses. This partnership comes a year after the two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities for collaboration in the food and retail sectors. When completed, Mitsui will hold a 15% stake in a partnership with interests in SATS Food … [Read more...] about SATS partners with Mitsui to grow its food solutions business
Menzies Aviation and KLM renew long-running partnership at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced the renewal of a major cargo and ground handling contract with the Dutch flag carrier, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Menzies will provide cargo warehouse and ramp handling services for all KLM/Martinair freighter operations at AMS for the next five years, with this renewed contract representing the company’s largest contract at the main international airport in the … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation and KLM renew long-running partnership at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
