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Swissport has officially launched its ground handling services at Frankfurt Airport, with operations commencing on early morning flights operated by Air France, KLM, and LOT across Terminals 1 and 2. This milestone marks the company’s strategic expansion in Germany, as Frankfurt is poised to become Swissport’s largest site in the country and one of its top-tier operations across Europe.
The new Frankfurt operation is staffed by an initial team of 350 employees, with monthly recruitment drives planned to onboard additional personnel. This ongoing hiring effort aims to meet the demands of new airline customers and accommodate peak travel periods, ensuring seamless service delivery as the business scales.
Recruitment will intensify over the summer months in preparation for handling widebody aircraft. Until October 31, 2025, widebody flight services will be managed by a third-party subcontractor, operating under Swissport’s ground handling licence to maintain operational continuity.
Swissport secured the seven-year ground handling licence in August 2024, following a competitive tender process overseen by the Ministry of Transportation of the State of Hesse. The licence grants the company full authority to provide ground services to all airlines operating at Frankfurt Airport, opening up significant growth opportunities in one of Europe’s key aviation hubs.
Warwick Brady, President and CEO of Swissport International, emphasized the significance of this launch: “Our successful entry into Frankfurt Airport is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and safety—core values that have earned us the trust of both German authorities and our airline partners. We extend our gratitude for their support, particularly as we navigated unexpected challenges posed by one of the unsuccessful tender competitors ahead of our launch.” He added, “Swissport is committed to establishing a long-term presence here and is ready to contribute to Frankfurt Airport’s continued success in the years ahead.”
