Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has announced Thomas Schürmann will take up the post of Managing Director Germany of its subsidiary Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS) in April. Thomas will join FCS having previously served as Head of Cargo Operations & Delivery at Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi. Current FCS Managing Director, Claus Wagner, remains with the group, and will take over the management of the Frankfurt operation of parent company Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a … [Read more...] about Thomas Schürmann appointed Managing Director Germany of Frankfurt Cargo Services
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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
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 signs warehouse lease agreement to expand E-Commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling services in Frankfurt
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, is expanding its specialised E-commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling (EFFH) services at Frankfurt Airport, Europe’s largest cargo hub, after signing a long-term lease on two warehouse facilities commencing in January 2026. This investment will enable the expansion of the services offered by WFS in Frankfurt, increasing capacity to seize new opportunities with freight forwarding, trucking, and e-commerce companies that are contributing to the … [Read more...] about WFS signs warehouse lease agreement to expand E-Commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling services in Frankfurt
E-commerce handling expertise lands WFS new 3-year contract with Air China Cargo in Liège
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has won a three-year contract extension with Air China Cargo in Liège, supported by its reputation for fast and efficient handling of e-commerce shipments moving through the Belgian airport. Under the new contract, WFS provides ramp handling and warehouse handling for cargo carried onboard Air China Cargo’s Boeing 777 and Airbus A330 weekly freighter flights into Liège from Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Shanghai. This includes buoyant inbound e-commerce … [Read more...] about E-commerce handling expertise lands WFS new 3-year contract with Air China Cargo in Liège
