Swissport International has started as a new ground handler at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

Operations were successfully kicked off servicing the early morning flights of KLM, Air France and LOT at Terminals 1 and 2.

Frankfurt is set to become Swissport's largest site in Germany and one of the most significant operations in Europe.

"We are thrilled to extend our globally trusted airport ground handling services to Frankfurt Airport, one of the world's major gateways and a key destination for leading international carriers," says Warwick Brady, president & CEO of Swissport International.

"Our success is a testament to our commitment to quality, reliability, and safety, values that have earned us the trust of both German authorities and our airline partners. We are grateful for their support, especially during the challenges with which we were unexpectedly confronted by one of the losing competitors prior to our start. Swissport is here to stay and ready to contribute to the overall success of Frankfurt Airport in the years to come," he added.

In August 2024, Swissport was granted the ground handling license at Germany's most important hub by the Ministry of Transportation of the State of Hesse, following a tender that included six bidders.

The license, valid for seven years, allows Swissport to provide ground services to all carriers operating at Frankfurt Airport.

Swissport's portfolio includes passenger services at check-in and gates, baggage handling, aircraft pushback, and the loading and unloading of cargo. 

Swissport has been active at Frankfurt Airport since 1995 with its cargo handling unit. In November 2020, it opened a state-of-the-art air cargo warehouse, including a modern pharma centre at Cargo City South.