11 Mar 2025
Media Release
Switzerland
Since 1996, Swissport has served the country’s three major airports: Zürich, Geneva and Basel. Today, we handle more than 30 million passengers a year as the country’s largest airport services provider
Swissport
Swiss Made Reliability
The Swiss aviation market generates around 15 billion CHF each year, connecting Switzerland with the world. As the largest aviation services provider in the country, Swissport are a vital link between airlines and airports, serving Switzerland with our expert-led services.
We deliver safe, reliable ground handling, seamless cargo operations, and industry-leading lounge hospitality at Zürich, Geneva and Basel. From our origins as an extension of Swissair to a global leader in aviation services with more than 300 airport operations worldwide, Swissport is proud to make Swiss aviation happen for more than 30 years.
Ongoing investments in cargo infrastructure, electrified ground support equipment, and AI-driven operational tools enhance safety, efficiency, and precision, helping airlines meet growing passenger and cargo demand.
Across the region, our teams deliver consistent, high-quality service. From secure cargo handling and efficient aircraft turnarounds to premium lounge experiences, we proudly support airline and airport growth across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver safe, reliable ground handling, seamless cargo operations, and industry-leading lounge hospitality at Zürich, Geneva and Basel. From our origins as an extension of Swissair to a global leader in aviation services with more than 300 airport operations worldwide, Swissport is proud to make Swiss aviation happen for more than 30 years.
Ongoing investments in cargo infrastructure, electrified ground support equipment, and AI-driven operational tools enhance safety, efficiency, and precision, helping airlines meet growing passenger and cargo demand.
Across the region, our teams deliver consistent, high-quality service. From secure cargo handling and efficient aircraft turnarounds to premium lounge experiences, we proudly support airline and airport growth across the UK and Ireland.
Switzerland is our home and the foundation of Swissport’s global success. Here, we deliver seamless ground handling for more than 50 airlines, including hub operations for SWISS International Air Lines. A responsibility that reflects our deep operational expertise and the trust our partners place in us. With over 30 years of hub experience, we combine Swiss precision with global know-how to deliver excellence every day.
ENHANCING COMPLIANCE WITH INNOVATION
SAFE, AUTOMATED SOLUTIONS
We always put safety first at Swissport. In Switzerland, we’re always innovating to keep our people safe and remain an industry leader.
We’re the first ground handler to trial autonomous vehicles, collaborating with Aurrigo to test next-generation intelligent Ground Support Equipment (iGSE) at Zürich Airport (ZRH).
Our digital tool MatchBox, first used at ZRH, prevents inadmissible passenger violations, with cutting-edge technology, integrating seamlessly with airlines’ online-check-ins to ensure safe, compliant travel for all.
KEY HUB DELIVERY
EXPERTS IN LARGE BASE OPERATTIONS
When airlines decide to focus on their core product, they look for reliable outsourcing partners. For best-in-class ground services, airline customers turn to Swissport.
We’ve developed over 30 years of experience managing complex large base operations at Switzerland’s major airports, from the primary hub of SWISS at Zürich to supporting easyJet at bases in Basel-Mulhouse and Geneva.
Our ability to optimize turnaround times and minimize downtime ensures that schedules are maintained, and costs are kept under control.
SUPPORTING SWISS PHARMA
TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED EXPERTISE
We support this critical industry with our cold chain expertise, with warehouses equipped to handle pharmaceutical shipments.
Swissport Pharma Centers are certified to IATA CEIV Pharma standards. Our innovative Cool+Connect solution at our Basel-Mulhouse center minimizes handling time and ensures uncompromised temperature control for 2–8°C shipments, cutting handling time and CO₂ emissions by up to 70%.
OUR PLAN FOR A LOW-CARBON FUTURE
LEADING ON SUSTAINABILITY
Swissport is committed to an industry-leading position on sustainability. In Switzerland, we have electrified more than half (55%) of our ground service vehicle fleet, surpassing company-wide targets. We are on track to lower our scope 1 and 2 emissions by 51% by 2032, backed by Science Based Targets.
Our sustainability initiatives extend beyond decarbonization; we’re building a fairer and more equal workforce for all. We proudly support the IATA 25by2025 initiative and the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles, and have achieved gender-equal pay in Switzerland since 2022.
TRANSFORMING THE DEPARTURE EXPERIENCE
SWISS HOSPITALITY EXCELLENCE
Our Aspire brand is Europe’s largest for airport lounges; we proudly operate seven of them across Switzerland’s three major airports.
In partnership with École hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), we bring the premium hotel guest experience for our guests, ensuring they feel relaxed and energized for their onward journey.
We are committed to expanding our lounge capacity, extensively refurbishing our Sky Lounge at Basel-Mulhouse, upgrading our Aspire First Lounge at Zürich to our new Aspire Suite concept, and at Geneva with our new three-tier lounge package.
2024 UK&I Footprint
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Airports
2
Warehouses
4,4K
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