GROWTH: We are proud to announce that Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Ltd. Group, was recently awarded and began its partnership for Ramp Handling and Cabin Cleaning services for Air Canada at Newark Liberty Intl-Ewr Airport. As a key airport for Air Canada and WFS’s largest ground station, this partnership marks a significant milestone in our operations. WFS recently rolled out our eGSE (electric Ground Support Equipment) at EWR, showcasing our commitment to sustainability and operational excellence. It's an exciting step forward as we continue to innovate for the future of aviation. A special thank you to the Air Canada Training, Operations, and Safety team for their incredible support during the transition. Their collaboration has been invaluable, and we look forward to serving Air Canada and their passengers with the highest level of service. Paul Walton, Chad S., Grzegorz (Greg) Polak, Sisamy Atoui, Adam Lomotowski, Peter O'Kane, Andrew A., @Belinda Yartim, Christopher Reynoldson, Marlon Gutierrez, Andres Brothers, Huzaifa Mahesri
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
Transport aérien
Paris, Île-de-France 62 431 abonnés
À propos
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of SATS Group, is a global air cargo logistics leader and best in class ground handling partner. As a combined company, SATS and WFS create an Americas-Europe-APAC network with a global footprint of more than 210 cargo and ground handling stations in 24 countries. The SATS-WFS group employs over 46 000 people and assists more than 270 customers. WFS has a 40-years experience in aviation-related handling service and can provides top quality solutions with a vast scope of services such as cargo handling, bagage handling and processing, ramp services, passenger services including premium VIP services, while maintaining its industry-leading standards of safety and security. With its unique combination of experience, technical expertise and know-how, WFS can propose solutions to meet the challenges resulting from today’s fast-moving and complex airport operations, including audit, operational and strategic consultancy.
- Site web
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http://www.wfs.aero
Lien externe pour Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
- Secteur
- Transport aérien
- Taille de l’entreprise
- + de 10 000 employés
- Siège social
- Paris, Île-de-France
- Type
- Société civile/Société commerciale/Autres types de sociétés
- Fondée en
- 1984
- Domaines
- Airport Services, Cargo handling, Ground Handling, Technical services, Baggage Handling et Passenger Handling
Lieux
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Principal
7, Boulevard de la Madeleine
Paris, Île-de-France, FR
Employés chez Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
Nouvelles
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SAFETY & SECURITY: WFS, as a proud member of the SATS Group, is excited to share the news of our expanded partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The SATS Group is leading the implementation of the DG AutoCheck compliance solution across both SATS’ and WFS’ global network. With over 215 stations in 27 countries, this initiative significantly enhances the safety, accuracy, and efficiency of dangerous goods handling. DG AutoCheck streamlines compliance, reduces processing times, and minimizes errors, reinforcing the SATS Group's dedication to innovation and safety in the air cargo industry. On 27 September in Paris, David Wall, Director of Safety and Cargo Compliance & Operations Solutions at IATA, presented the DG AutoCheck certification to Henry LOW Eng Kiat, SATS' Chief Operating Officer and CEO-designate of SATS Singapore Hub. WFS looks forward to supporting this continued collaboration with IATA, advancing global cargo safety with the SATS Group. To find out more: https://lnkd.in/ekvfrHY7 #WFS #SATS #IATA #Safety #Security #DGHandling
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GROWTH: We are excited to announce that on 20 September, WFS began providing full passenger handling services for British Airways at Denver International Airport (DEN). This expansion means we now offer Full Handling to the airline, as we were already providing Ramp Handling and Cabin Cleaning at DEN. This marks another milestone in our growth at DEN. Congratulations to our dedicated team for a successful start-up and seamless transition. We look forward to continuing to deliver excellence in service and support to British Airways and its passengers. #WFS #Excellence #Growth #GroundHandling #Aviation #Teamwork Paul Walton Chad S. Scott Link Andres Brothers @chris haynes Mark Helfst Misti Villegas @Adam Coleman Ryan Foy Russell Taylor Huzaifa Mahesri
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GROWTH: Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Ltd. group, is proud to renew its long-standing partnership with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo across key North American gateways! These multi-year contract extensions take our collaboration beyond 20 years, providing cargo handling at major hubs including Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York JFK. We’re also excited to expand our shared sustainability efforts through initiatives like Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Together, we’re driving innovation for a greener, more efficient future in air cargo. https://lnkd.in/gdEXaqvr
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Bert Selis, VP Business Development E‑commerce, Express & Freight Forwarders EMEAA, will speak at the EU Cross-Border E-Commerce Event in Liège, Belgium, on September 11. He will share his expertise on "Cargo Handling Excellence," a value we uphold across all our operations. With his extensive experience in air cargo and aviation solutions, we look forward to his insights alongside fellow panelists. #WFS #AirCargo #Ecommerce #Excellence
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We are thrilled to announce that WFS has secured a new multi-year contract with Magma Aviation. Starting this month, our team at Liege will be handling a minimum of five weekly Boeing 747-400F rotations, alongside managing over 50,000 tonnes of cargo annually from Magma Aviation's charter flights. This partnership highlights our commitment to providing tailored and efficient handling solutions, leveraging our industry expertise. We look forward to working closely with the Magma Aviation team to drive operational excellence and create new growth opportunities. Find out more:https://lnkd.in/d5iAYjQd #AirCargo #Aviation #GlobalNetwork #Partnerships #Logistics #CustomerFocus
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Manish Agnihothri, CEO of WFS in Bengaluru, will take the stage at the Air Cargo Summit 2024 on September 4 in New Delhi. He will speak on the topic GEARING FOR GROWTH - Future-Ready Airports: Innovation, Efficiency & Ease of Transit. With his extensive experience in establishing the WFS footprint in India, we look forward to his insights on innovation and operational excellence, as well as those of his fellow panelists. #WFS #AirCargo #Innovation #AirCargoSummit
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SERVICE EXCELLENCE: Yesterday, we had the immense honor of welcoming Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to celebrate the completion of the airport’s Northeast Cargo Campus, where WFS, a member of the SATS Ltd. group, operates one of its largest facilities in North America. This expansion marks a significant step forward for WFS as we increase our cargo capacity at Chicago O’Hare by over 10%, now handling more than 310 million kilos annually. Our new facility, which opened in June 2023, offers an additional 122,000 sq ft of warehouse space, 10,000 sq ft of office accommodation, and 200,000 sq ft of ramp space—solidifying our position at the third busiest airport in North America. With a nearly 40-year history at Chicago O'Hare, WFS is proud to continue our legacy as a leading provider of cargo and ground handling services for airlines and logistics providers. Our long-term commitment is further demonstrated by our 15-year lease on the new facility, ensuring we will continue to play a vital role in the growth and success of this critical hub. Thank you to Mayor Johnson and Realterm and Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) - O'Hare & Midway International Airports in making this project a reality! Here's to the next chapter of innovation and excellence at Chicago O'Hare. Chicago is one of 81 stations operated by WFS Americas in key cities in the United States and Canada. These are integral to the SATS Ltd. Group’s network of over 215 stations in 27 countries, which offer customers global network connectivity, and the support of dedicated teams with extensive experience in the aviation sector who are focused on delivering operational excellence and a positive experience for customers. https://lnkd.in/dZSpHtq6
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GROWTH : We are thrilled to announce that WFS is expanding its presence in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), with the proposed acquisition of Menzies World Cargo (Amsterdam) B.V., Menzies Aviation’s general cargo handling operations at AMS, one of Europe’s busiest air cargo locations. This will further strengthen WFS’ presence in the Netherlands and provide the additional people, capacity, and capability to deliver long-term value to our current and future customers. WFS has been proud to serve AMS and its thriving cargo community since 2000. With this investment, we are strengthening our ability to deliver long-term value to our current and future customers. “WFS operates in Europe’s five largest airports by cargo volume and we are excited to see WFS enlarge its footprint at a time of strong demand for its services. We are optimistic that the business pipeline will soon fill the newly acquired capacity and take WFS to the next stage of its growth,” said John Batten Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d6W2A4yj #WFS #Growth #CustomerFocus #AirCargoHandling
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SUSTAINABILITY : We're thrilled to announce that we are the first cargo handler at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to pioneer the use of electric cargo towing vehicles. This milestone aligns with our commitment to sustainability as part of the SATS Group, reflecting our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities. In partnership with @TCR, we’ve rolled out the Goldhofer Sherpa E6 electric towing trucks, elevating our ramp and cargo handling services for over 50 airlines in one of Europe’s busiest air cargo hubs. These vehicles not only support our ESG goals but also enhance our employees' work environment by improving safety, reducing noise and increasing comfort. With a fully electric fleet expected by Q2 2025, this initiative marks a significant step toward a more sustainable future in aviation. We remain committed to ongoing collaborations that drive sustainability across our global operations. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ee6-NqAQ #Sustainability #ESG #Innovation #AirCargo #ElectricVehicles #AMS