Publish Time: 2026-01-08 Origin: Site
Swissport has been deeply involved in the Australian freight market. Its Melbourne Turramurram Airport freight center is the core facility on the near-field airside, covering an area of 9,366 square meters (with a storage area of nearly 5,000 square meters), and is equipped with a professional temperature control system, precisely maintaining a temperature range of 2-8℃ and 15-25℃. It can safely handle perishable goods and pharmaceuticals transportation. After being newly renovated, the Sydney facility has expanded its operational area to 4,500 square meters, featuring multiple cargo handling capabilities and a complete set of compliance qualifications. The dedicated airside express fleet can deliver freight to freight agents within 45 minutes after the arrival of the flight, efficiently adapting to various transportation needs.
Swissport plans to enter the New Zealand market in March 2025, with its first stop being Auckland Airport. This facility will be equipped with the largest and most technologically advanced X-ray detection equipment at the local airport. With its high penetration dual-view technology, it can accurately detect prohibited items such as explosives and narcotics, strengthening the cargo safety barrier and improving the freight network layout in the Australia-New Zealand region.
Joel Greig, the General Manager of Freight Operations for Swissport in Australia and New Zealand, stated that the Melbourne, Sydney and the upcoming Auckland facilities, with their advanced temperature control, airside corridors and cutting-edge equipment at their core, ensure operational safety and efficiency, and help customers achieve high-quality service delivery throughout the entire supply chain.