With air freight volumes at Zurich Airport remaining robust, dnata will expand its cargo operations through a new, purpose-built facility at the airport, designed to support long-term growth, improve operational efficiency and further enhance service reliability for customers and partners in Switzerland. dnata handled 56,000 tonnes of cargo in 2025, up nearly 4% year on year, reflecting sustained demand for quality cargo services and the need for expanded infrastructure at Zurich … [Read more...] about dnata on track to expand Zurich cargo capacity by 50% with new facility
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
PACTL becomes the first air cargo terminal in the Chinese Mainland to achieve ISP:IEnvA Certification
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL), together with its subsidiary, PACTL WEST, has successfully achieved the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP) Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) certification, becoming the first air cargo terminal operator in the Chinese mainland to complete the ISP:IEnvA assessment. The certification adds to PACTL’s established portfolio of international accreditations, including full IATA … [Read more...] about PACTL becomes the first air cargo terminal in the Chinese Mainland to achieve ISP:IEnvA Certification
Aurrigo granted license to provide ground handling services at East Midlands Airport
Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms, has been awarded a licence for the provision of Ground Handling Services at East Midlands Airport (EMA). The Coventry headquartered company has obtained this licence specifically to support its partners in the roll-out and implementation of its autonomous aviation technologies. By working together with airport teams and providing direct one-to-one support, … [Read more...] about Aurrigo granted license to provide ground handling services at East Midlands Airport
WFS completes acquisition of Aviapartner Cargo NV at Brussels Airport
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, the world’s largest air cargo handler, has successfully completed its acquisition of Aviapartner Cargo NV at Brussels Airport. The purchase has now received full regulatory approval and will further enhance WFS’s service portfolio in Brussels with the addition of full freighter ramp handling, towing, and airside transportation capabilities. Over 200 Aviapartner Cargo employees will join WFS under the terms of the agreement. The acquisition … [Read more...] about WFS completes acquisition of Aviapartner Cargo NV at Brussels Airport
Dubai in full bloom: dnata handles 227,530 kilograms of Valentine’s Day flowers in five days
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has handled 227,530 kilograms of flowers in just five days at its dedicated facility at the Dubai Flower Centre (DFC), marking a significant surge in volumes ahead of Valentine’s Day. Between 7 and 11 February 2026, dnata processed 274 shipments comprising more than 18,700 boxes of flowers, representing a significant uplift to a typical operating period. Operations peaked on 10 February, when the team handled 59,800 kilograms in a … [Read more...] about Dubai in full bloom: dnata handles 227,530 kilograms of Valentine’s Day flowers in five days
PACTL achieves full IATA CEIV Certification across four cargo categories
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL), together with its subsidiary PACTL WEST, has achieved full IATA CEIV certification across four categories — Pharma, Lithium Batteries, Fresh, and Live Animals — marking a significant milestone in the company’s development of standardised, safe and compliant ground handling for complex and high-value air cargo. As safety, quality, and regulatory compliance continue to shape global supply chains, the CEIV program — the Centre … [Read more...] about PACTL achieves full IATA CEIV Certification across four cargo categories







