Swissport International AG, a global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, is significantly expanding its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Starting 1 June 2025, Swissport will launch operations at seven additional airports—Hail, Al Jouf, Tabuk, Yanbu, Taif, Abha, and Jizan—bringing its total network in the Kingdom to 13 airports. These new locations complement existing operations in Jeddah, Riyadh, Madinah, Dammam, Al-Qassim, and Al-Ula.
This strategic expansion underscores Swissport’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving aviation landscape and contributes to a 50% increase in flight handling capacity compared to 2024. It also positions Swissport as a key enabler of Vision 2030, as the Kingdom works toward its ambitious goal of welcoming 330 million passengers.
“Our growing presence strengthens our role as a trusted partner to airlines across Saudi Arabia,” said Hamad Alhemede, CEO of Swissport Saudi Arabia. “We’re proud to deliver consistent, high-quality ground services while contributing to regional employment and economic growth. We thank GACA, Matarat, and the Air Connectivity Program for their continued support in this journey.”
Initially offering passenger and ramp handling, Swissport plans to explore additional services such as cargo handling, aircraft cleaning, and lounge operations, aiming to become a full-service provider for airline partners.
Dirk Goovaerts, CEO of Swissport for Continental Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India, added, “Our expansion to 13 airports is a testament to our long-term commitment to the Kingdom. Swissport is proud to play a vital role in Saudi Arabia’s transformation into a global aviation hub.”
Air Arabia will be the launch customer at several of the new locations, reflecting Swissport’s strong partnerships with regional carriers and ensuring consistent service across all its Saudi destinations.
As part of its growth, Swissport will expand its workforce with locally hired talent, reinforcing its investment in the communities it serves.
