Swissport invests in new cargo terminal at Zaragoza Airport in Spain
On more than 4,000 square metres, Swissport provides cargo handling services for general cargo as well as express cargo
Swissport International, the world's leading provider of airport ground services and air cargo handling, is growing its cargo business in Spain, adding a new warehouse at Zaragoza Airport.
Swissport’s cargo network now covers five Spanish airports (Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, Valencia and Zaragoza), says an official release. "The new cargo terminal, which opened its doors in October 2023, offers Swissport an attractive growth platform at one of Spain’s most vital cargo airports. On more than 4,000 square metres, Swissport provides cargo handling services for general cargo as well as express cargo. The facility has 14 truck docks for a fast pick-up or delivery of air freight."
Franck Serano, Cargo Director, Swissport Spain says: “The expansion of our Spanish cargo network is a direct response to the growing demand for air cargo handling capacity. We are proud to support the success of the airport and to contribute to its future growth and that of the airlines operating at this important cargo hub.”
Dirk Goovaerts, CEO, Continental Europe, Middle East, and Africa & Global Cargo Chair, Swissport adds: "The opening of our new cargo terminal at Zaragoza Airport underlines Swissport’s strategic commitment to further grow our air cargo services globally. By implementing innovative technologies such as self-service cargo kiosks, door management systems, slot booking and Bluetooth ULD tracking at more and more locations, Swissport is adding customer value and continuously enhancing operational efficiency in air cargo handling."
Swissport International handled roughly 4.8 million tonnes of air freight in 2022 (2021: 5.1 million tonnes) across 117 air cargo centres worldwide, the release added.
