Swissport expands operations at seven more airports in Saudi Arabia
April 26, 2025
Swissport is set to further deepen its footprint in Saudi Arabia, announcing plans to launch ground handling services at seven additional airports from 1 June 2025.
The move will expand the company’s network in the Kingdom to 13 airports.
The new stations will be established at Hail, Al Jouf, Tabuk, Yanbu, Taif, Abha, and Jizan airports, complementing Swissport’s existing operations at Jeddah, Riyadh, Madinah, Dammam, Al-Qassim, and Al-Ula.
The expansion is expected to boost the company’s flight handling capacity in Saudi Arabia by 50% compared to the previous year.
“By expanding our footprint across Saudi Arabia, we continue to strengthen our position as a trusted partner for airlines in the region,” said Hamad Alhemede, CEO of Swissport Saudi Arabia.
“We are dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality ground services that ensure a consistent, top-tier experience for both airlines and passengers. We extend our sincere thanks to GACA, Matarat, and the Air Connectivity Program for their continued support and collaboration, which have been instrumental in making this expansion possible.”
Dirk Goovaerts, CEO of Swissport for Continental Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India, said, “At Swissport, we are proud to be a strategic enabler of Saudi Vision 2030. As the Kingdom aspires to welcome 330 million passengers, we are fully aligned with this bold ambition.
“By expanding our presence to 13 airports across Saudi Arabia, we are reinforcing our commitment to support the Kingdom’s transformation into a global aviation hub. Our growing footprint places us at the center of this remarkable growth, delivering world-class ground services that enhance the travel experience and help connect Saudi Arabia with the world.”
