Those familiar with TCE’s air cargo supervision, will know that it has until now always operated out of its base at Frankfurt Airport . Open the TCE office map and you will now see a second dot – this one located in North Africa. As part of its international growth strategy, TCE has chosen to branch out, opening its first African office in Morocco. Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN) was chosen because of its perfect geographical setting in between Africa, Europe and the Middle East, and the potential and ambition that the airport has to become a significant cargo hub. Already, the 5-person team there, under the management of Viktor Staroshaliev, Team Lead – Customs Reporting, is responsible for major accounts such as Canadian carriers WestJet Cargo and Air Transat. However, in its function as the primary gateway to the African market, it will serve local and global customers, going forward. “Far more than a regional base, Casablanca will function as an integral part of TCE’s worldwide network, working in close coordination with headquarters in Frankfurt and other international offices. Services will include cargo handling oversight, customs facilitation, and customer support, all delivered with the efficiency and precision that define TCE’s brand,” the press release clarifies.
Sarah Scheibe, Managing Director of TCE, reveals: “Our vision is to combine regional expertise with uniform global standards. Morocco is a natural choice for our African debut. Its strategic location connecting Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, combined with modern logistics infrastructure and a dynamic export market, makes it a key hub for air cargo flows. This is where we can create immediate value for our partners.”
Viktor Staroshaliev, Team Lead – Customs Reporting, adds: “By establishing this presence in Morocco, we extend our reach to a continent with enormous growth potential while reinforcing the global connectivity our customers rely on. And true to our commitment to sustainability and innovation, our Casablanca office is 100% paperless.”
