Latin America & Caribbean
In Latin America and the Caribbean, Swissport supports airlines with hub management in Brazil, Mexico, and Chile, plus cargo operations at 14 warehouses. From ground handling to lounges and cargo logistics - we make it happen with safety, reliability, and on-time performance.
LATIN AMERICA & CARIBBEAN
Market Growth
Recent expansions in key markets—including new locations in Ecuador, growth across Chile, expanded services in Brazil, and a new operation in Mexico—have reinforced Swissport’s leadership. Strategic investments and contract wins have broadened our footprint and significantly increased handling volumes, underscoring our ability to scale quickly while maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and on-time performance.
By combining extensive regional coverage with deep local expertise, Swissport is uniquely positioned to help airlines capture growth opportunities, manage rising passenger volumes, and meet the increasing demand for specialized cargo. As a trusted partner of choice, we deliver the operational excellence and flexibility customers need to succeed in one of the world’s most dynamic aviation markets.
LATIN AMERICA & CARIBBEAN Facts & Figures
Driving Growth and Performance
1,1M
Flights
73M
Passengers
37M
Bags
14
Warehouses
KEEPING LATAM AVIATION SAFE
INDUSTRY-LEADING SAFETY STANDARDS
Safety is always our number one priority at Swissport. Our comprehensive safety management system and ingrained safety culture minimize the risk of harm and operational incidents.
We are the only global ground handler to hold ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, and eight of our operations in the LatAm & Caribbean region are recognized by the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) certification.
BUILDING LASTING LATAM PARTNERSHIPS
Trusted by Leading Airlines
We make it happen across Latin America and the Caribbean with operations in 14 countries. Our strategic partnerships in Ecuador have enabled expansion to four new locations - Baltra, San Cristobal, Coca, and Manta.
Our global presence and collaborative approach with airlines help them quickly expand into new locations within the LatAm region, establishing ground handling services that deliver from day one.
CONSISTENT LOCAL DELIVERY
Leading Ground Services in LATAM
At Swissport, consistency is key to our operations. We handle more than a million flights per year across Latin America and the Caribbean, ensuring each one is handled with safety and care.
Our model of central governance combined with local service delivery enables us to deliver Swiss precision to every location we serve, ensuring each of the 73 million passengers we serve in this region reach their destination smoothly and on-time.
A ONE-STOP-SHOP FOR LATAM AVIATION
Experts Above & Below the Wing
For almost 30 years, Swissport’s aviation industry experience has kept planes, passengers, and cargo moving around the world. Our specialist expertise positions as a key enabler of the global aviation sector.
Our long-standing hub expertise is critical to successful operations in the LATAM region. Key partnerships with regional airlines such as Azul. GOL, Volaris, and Sky Airline highlight the competitive advantage we offer to customers.