30 Oct 2025
Media Release
Asia
With operations at ten airports across China, South Korea and Japan, Swissport sets industry-leading safety and reliability standards across our business lines. We operate six modern air cargo centres, two executive hospitality lounges, and provide extensive ground handling services across the region.
Asia market growth
Asia is a key growth market for Swissport, supported by strong demand for aviation services, expanding trade flows, and some of the world's busiest airports and cargo hubs. With operations across major markets including China, Japan, and South Korea, Swissport provides ground handling, air cargo handling, and lounge hospitality services that support airlines, airports, and supply chains across the region.
Swissport continues to strengthen its presence in Asia through strategic expansion and investment, combining local expertise with the scale and experience of its global network. The region plays an important role in international trade, particularly in sectors such as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and high-value goods, where reliable and efficient cargo handling is critical.
In addition to its cargo and ground handling operations, Swissport has an established lounge business in Asia through its Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality brand, delivering premium hospitality experiences for travellers at key international airports.
With a focus on safety, operational excellence, and customer service, Asia remains an important contributor to Swissport's global growth strategy and long-term success.
Swissport continues to strengthen its presence in Asia through strategic expansion and investment, combining local expertise with the scale and experience of its global network. The region plays an important role in international trade, particularly in sectors such as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and high-value goods, where reliable and efficient cargo handling is critical.
In addition to its cargo and ground handling operations, Swissport has an established lounge business in Asia through its Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality brand, delivering premium hospitality experiences for travellers at key international airports.
With a focus on safety, operational excellence, and customer service, Asia remains an important contributor to Swissport's global growth strategy and long-term success.
Asia Facts & figures 2025
100%
On-time performance
379K
Tons of cargo
13M
Passengers
26M
Bags
Safe, secure and compliant
Safety first with every turnaround
At Swissport, we prioritise safety and process and encourage our people to put safety of each other and the aircraft first for every flight.
Our global training academy and iCare safety programs ensure consistent quality and knowledge, reliable and safe operations and a culture of care across our frontline teams operating in South Korea and Japan’s fast-paced airports.
Award-winning operational excellence
Global standards, asian expertise
Our Swissport ground operation services in South Korea and Japan continue to exceed expectations, with numerous awards to their name.
Our passenger service and ground teams continue to positively influence passengers’ experience by delivering a consistently safe and reliable service. This results in smooth handling from landing to take-off, with 100% on-time performance in South Korea.
Specialist cargo handling
Tailored air cargo solutions
The growth in our cargo operations throughout Asia highlights our ability to adapt to evolving airline needs with speed and precision. Our flexible, partnership-driven approach positions us as a true extension of our customers’ operations. Our facilities include secure storage for high-value shipments, dedicated temperature-controlled zones for pharmaceuticals, perishables, and other sensitive goods, as well as a purpose-built Dangerous Goods (DG) warehouse at Incheon International Airport, ensuring the safe, compliant handling of regulated cargo across the region.
Pre-flight hospitality
Raising the bar in lounge comfort
Our global lounge brand, Aspire, is setting a new standard for modern travel in partnership with the oneworld alliance. Since December 2023, Swissport Korea has been managing the oneworld lounge at Seoul Incheon Airport’s Terminal 1—the first-ever lounge developed by the alliance.
In Japan, the Aspire Lounge at Narita International Airport is open to all travellers, regardless of airline or class of travel, and offers a wide range of premium amenities.