Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, will advance air cargo handling innovation and sustainability at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as it celebrates the opening of the first new cargo terminal to be built at the airport in 30 years. With the opening of the new facility at the end of January, WFS’ warehouse footprint at JFK now exceeds 1 million square feet across eight facilities, reinforcing its position as the airport’s largest provider of cargo handling … [Read more...] about WFS commences operations at advanced cargo facility at New York JFK; airport’s first new-build cargo terminal in 30 years
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Air India extends SATS and WFS partnership with 14 new cargo and ground handling contracts across global network
Air India has awarded cargo and ground handling contracts to SATS Ltd (SATS) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) across multiple major airports in regions in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. The airline renewed 11 contracts and awarded 14 new contracts after a global tendering process, significantly expanding Air India's partnership with SATS and WFS. The new cargo handling and ground handling stations span across North America, UK, Europe, and Asia, … [Read more...] about Air India extends SATS and WFS partnership with 14 new cargo and ground handling contracts across global network
American Airlines Cargo enhances operations at London Heathrow
American Airlines Cargo announces a large-scale enhancement in its facility and digital capabilities at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), its largest operation in Europe. The carrier has made an extensive facility expansion at LHR by moving to a new location. The move, adjacent to its two former buildings, combines the carrier’s operations into one larger footprint for both imports and exports. The new facility provides more space and enables greater flexibility for the carrier and its cargo … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo enhances operations at London Heathrow
WFS wins historic SAS Cargo Handling contract at Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has won a long-term contract to become SAS Cargo’s handling partner at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, one of the airline’s main Scandinavian hubs. The contract, which starts on 24 February 2025, follows a thorough selection process by SAS Cargo, and marks the first time the airline has partnered with an external handling provider at one of its Scandinavian hubs. It also extends SAS Cargo’s business partnership with WFS, which already … [Read more...] about WFS wins historic SAS Cargo Handling contract at Stockholm Arlanda Airport
SATS and WFS unite with a new visual identity
SATS Ltd (SATS) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), known collectively as the SATS Group, today launch a new unified global visual identity to reflect their integration and vision to become the world’s leading aviation solutions provider. The brand refresh comes 18-months after SATS completed the acquisition of WFS. Aligning the two identities celebrates the coming together of SATS and WFS, whilst embracing their strong heritage. This includes retaining the WFS … [Read more...] about SATS and WFS unite with a new visual identity
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