Saudia Cargo has signed a new Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA) with Swissport International AG (Swissport) which will serve as its official ground handling agent at Nairobi Airport.
Swissport will handle all aspects of ground support, including cargo handling, loading and unloading, and special care for temperature-sensitive products.
Mohanned Badri, vice president of operations at Saudia Cargo, said: “Our strategic collaboration with Swissport is designed to streamline the ground-handling processes, thus minimising transit times and ensuring that goods reach their destinations in optimal condition.
“Swissport brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will play a crucial role in our operations at Nairobi Airport, and we are delighted to extend our partnership with them.”
Saudia Cargo operates eight flights a week to Nairobi Airport, including four weekly freighter flights utilising Boeing 747-400 aircraft and four passenger flights using Airbus A330 aircraft.
Racheal Ndegwa, chief executive of Swissport Nairobi, said: “We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with Saudia Cargo at Nairobi Airport. Our expertise in handling temperature-sensitive goods and our innovative flower corridor project will ensure seamless and efficient logistics solutions for Saudia Cargo.”
Saudia Cargo says this new chapter with Swissport signals the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering unparalleled customer service and operational excellence to ensure that cargo arrives safely, on time, and in perfect condition.
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