The contract dates back to 2017 and the extended contract covers cargo services including ramp handling, warehousing and customs clearance for general, perishable and pharmaceutical cargo.
In Belgium, Swissport operates pharma cargo centres at Liege and Brussels airports, which have standardised processes and specialised staff.
Jeroen Gilling, Head of Swissport for Belgium, The Netherlands and Finland, says, “Our expertise in handling many types of air cargo in large capacity and the team’s operational readiness and professionalism were determinant for client satisfaction and ultimately the extension of the long-standing partnership.”
Dirk Goovaerts, CEO CEMEA and Global Cargo Chair of Swissport, adds, “The extension of the contract with ASL Airlines Belgium marks the dedication of our team to provide best-in-class services. We are able to provide tailored, cost-effective services to our clients and remain their partner of choice. We are honoured to serve ASL Airlines Belgium at their European hub. It speaks for the quality of the services Swissport provides.”
ASL Airlines Belgium specialises in long-haul international cargo flights between China, the US, Canada and Belgium with its fleet of Boeing 737s and 747-400s.