dnata has launched operations at Los Angeles International Airport.

According to dnata, it has invested US$8 million in infrastructure and resources, creating more than 350 local jobs. The company now serves six airlines in LA, consisting of Austrian Airlines, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines and Qantas, initially providing ground-handling and cargo services for approximately 4,600 flights a year.

“We are thrilled to be launching operations at one of the world’s leading international airports,” said David Barker, chief executive officer of dnata USA. “Adding Los Angeles International Airport to our growing network underlines our strong commitment to the US market, where we have significantly expanded our operations through massive investments in our facilities and resources in the past two years. We see an opportunity to create a step change in service excellence for our customer airlines at this important gateway.”

dnata commenced ground-handling and cargo operations in the US through the acquisition of industry players in 2016. Since then, the company has invested more than US$35 million in facilities, equipment, training and technology, and now serves over 60 airlines at 20 airports in the country.

In 2018, dnata has opened a cool chain perishable cargo facility at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, established operations at Nashville International Airport, diversified its service portfolio by launching passenger-handling services at New York JFK Airport, and most recently commenced services at Concourse G at San Francisco International Airport.

Including Los Angeles International Airport, dnata’s global network now consists of 87 airports in 13 countries.