In securing a five-year cargo handling contract at Frankfurt Airport – Europe’s busiest airfreight hub – the SATS subsidiary, Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), has turbocharged its global alliance with Emirates SkyCargo. The latest addition brings the total number of Emirates SkyCargo gateways that are being served by WFS to 21 and is a further feather in WFS’ cap as it continues to strengthen its presence across Europe. Frankfurt is a critical gateway for Emirates’ European cargo network. More than 1,400 tons are handled each week, transported on board of its six freighter and 21 passenger flights. Aside from general cargo, WFS will also deal with pharmaceuticals, machinery, and time-sensitive cargo, making use of state-of-the-art infrastructure at Frankfurt Airport.
John Batten, CEO Gateway Services, Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia (EMEAA) at WFS, detailed: “At Frankfurt Airport, our team is focused on implementing the operational excellence and specialized handling capabilities that Emirates requires. Our significant investment in pharmaceutical handling capabilities at Frankfurt, combined with our proven expertise in managing time-sensitive cargo, positions us to deliver the efficient, secure, and reliable services that Emirates and their customers expect at this important European hub.”
Robert Fordree, Emirates SkyCargo’s Senior Vice President of Operations Worldwide stated: “With six scheduled freighters and 21 passenger flights per week, Frankfurt is an anchor of our European network. As one of the world’s most important financial hubs, we move significant volume in and out the market, including specialist products such as pharmaceuticals, automobiles and machinery. By expanding our global partnership with WFS to Frankfurt, we will enhance our existing operations and ensure we can deliver goods quickly, reliably and efficiently, strengthening trade links between Germany’s vibrant business community and the wider world.”
