Avalon Cargo, dnata sign MoU to boost air freight

Avalon Cargo Melbourne has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global aviation and travel services provider dnata to explore operational collaboration at Avalon Airport, Melbourne.

The agreement establishes a framework for evaluating how Avalon Airport's cargo infrastructure and dnata's freight handling expertise can support future air cargo operations, subject to customer demand, operational feasibility and separate commercial agreements.

The MoU comes after the launch of Avalon Cargo's purpose-built international cargo facility and underscores both companies' commitment to improving supply chain efficiency and strengthening trade connectivity for Australian exporters and importers.

Through the partnership, Avalon Cargo and dnata will assess opportunities to expand international freight volumes, attract additional cargo services and enhance freight handling capabilities, reinforcing Avalon Airport's role as an emerging gateway for international air cargo.

Ari Suss, CEO, Avalon described the agreement as another key milestone in Avalon's long-term strategic vision. “This MoU with dnata is an important step in reinforcing Avalon as a major international cargo gateway for Victoria. As global supply chains continue to evolve, collaborations like this enable us to connect local exporters with world-class freight expertise and create new opportunities for trade between Australia, the UAE and beyond. Together we have an opportunity to explore how Avalon’s infrastructure and dnata’s experience can support future freight growth.”

Burt Sigsworth, Managing Diector, dnata Airport Services Australia said, "dnata is pleased to sign this MoU with Avalon Cargo as it continues to expand its international cargo operations. By bringing together Avalon's modern infrastructure and dnata's global freight handling expertise, we have an opportunity to assess how we can support efficient, reliable handling outcomes for customers in the future.”

The partnership supports Avalon's vision of becoming a major international freight hub by expanding trade opportunities for Australian producers and manufacturers and strengthening ties with a global aviation and logistics leader.