New Ground Handling Licenses Awarded at Brussels Airport

Brussels Airport Company has completed its selection process for new ground handling licenses, set to take effect in November 2025 and valid until 2032. The licenses cover five key service categories, including baggage handling, ramp handling (passenger & cargo), freight transport, and catering transport.

• Selected Providers:

• Baggage & Passenger Ramp Handling: Aviapartner Belgium NV, Alyzia SAS

• Freighter Ramp Handling: Aviapartner Cargo NV, dnata NV, Menzies Aviation

• Freight/Mail Transport: Aviapartner Cargo NV, Alyzia SAS, dnata NV

• Catering Transport: Gate Gourmet Belgium NV (second provider pending selection)

• Sustainability Focus:

• Electrification Mandate: New licenses include strict zero-emission vehicle requirements, aligning with the airport’s goal of 80% electrified airside vehicles by 2030.

• BREEZE Programme: Supported by a €7.2M EU grant, the initiative will deploy 300+ charging stations and expand solar power (5 MWp) to support electrification.

• Next Steps:

• A second catering transport license is still under selection.

• Infrastructure upgrades (high-voltage cabins, solar farms) will ensure sufficient power for electric fleets and stationary aircraft charging.

CEO Arnaud Feist emphasized Brussels Airport’s commitment to decarbonization, leveraging partnerships under the EU Green Deal’s Stargate project to lead in sustainable aviation.