Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has officially opened its new 25,400m² cargo terminal at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), creating a new generation of logistics infrastructure for airlines, freight forwarders, and the high-value economic sectors in the region. The Aéroport de Lyon DC1 facility located at the heart of the airport’s Cargoport zone is the result of a successful collaboration between Aéroports de Lyon, WFS, Prologis, the global leader in logistics real estate, and … [Read more...] about WFS launches a new generation of logistics infrastructure at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to support the region’s high-value economic sectors
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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
WFS plans rollout of CIND’s Dimensioner in Motion System after successful ‘Proof of Concept’ operational trial in Copenhagen
Worldwide Flight Services' (WFS), a SATS company, digital transformation of its cargo handling operations has achieved another signficant milestone with a successful Proof of Concept completed on CIND’s Dimensioner in Motion System for palletised goods. The 15-week trial of CIND’s advanced vision-based measurement system was conducted at WFS’ cargo terminal at Copenhagen Airport. Based on the successful assessment of the technology in live operational conditions, WFS intends to roll out the … [Read more...] about WFS plans rollout of CIND’s Dimensioner in Motion System after successful ‘Proof of Concept’ operational trial in Copenhagen
WFS signs 20-year lease agreement for new on-airport warehouse at London Heathrow to support long-term growth strategy
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has won a competitive tender to lease a new, built-to-suit 11,000m² air cargo facility at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is expected to be fully operational during 2027. WFS will install a four-level, 220-position PCHS with two ETVs that, together with other MHS improvements, will allow the new facility to provide an annual handling capacity in excess of 160,000 tonnes. The 20-year lease on the new facility, located on Southampton Road in … [Read more...] about WFS signs 20-year lease agreement for new on-airport warehouse at London Heathrow to support long-term growth strategy
Saudia Cargo strengthens global network with renewed multi-station cargo handling contract with WFS across Europe and the US
Saudia Cargo, the leading global air cargo carrier, announced the extension of its significant cargo handling partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company. The renewed contract covers comprehensive cargo handling services at eight crucial international gateways in Europe and the United States, underscoring Saudia Cargo's commitment to operational excellence and expanding its global reach. The extended agreement encompasses key European hubs, including Amsterdam Schiphol, … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo strengthens global network with renewed multi-station cargo handling contract with WFS across Europe and the US
WFS wins ramp and cargo handling contract at Paris CDG for China Cargo Airlines’ new 777F operations
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has won a freighter handling contract with China Cargo Airlines to mark the airline’s resumption of all-cargo flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Commencing with the arrival of the first scheduled flight on 20 November, WFS is providing cargo warehouse services in support of China Cargo Airlines’ three Boeing 777F freighter flights a week connecting China and the French capital. Additionally, WFS will provide full ramp handling for the … [Read more...] about WFS wins ramp and cargo handling contract at Paris CDG for China Cargo Airlines’ new 777F operations
