11 Sep 2025
U.S. Cargo, Worldwide
From high-volume freighter operations to complex e-commerce shipments, our facilities and expert teams ensure safe, efficient, and reliable cargo handling across the nation’s busiest hubs and international gateways.
Swissport operates 25 dedicated cargo warehouses across the United States, providing carriers with seamless access to key domestic and international markets. Our facilities are designed to handle diverse cargo types, from general freight and e-commerce shipments to specialized pharma and perishables, ensuring flexibility, reliability, and compliance at every step.
Our partnership with Korean Air Cargo at JFK exemplifies Swissport’s commitment to operational excellence. Managing the 232,500 sq ft Cargo Building 9, we are modernizing infrastructure with automation, advanced temperature-controlled storage, and an all-electric GSE fleet — raising the standard for safe, sustainable, and efficient cargo handling in the Americas.
Our partnership with Korean Air Cargo at JFK exemplifies Swissport’s commitment to operational excellence. Managing the 232,500 sq ft Cargo Building 9, we are modernizing infrastructure with automation, advanced temperature-controlled storage, and an all-electric GSE fleet — raising the standard for safe, sustainable, and efficient cargo handling in the Americas.
2024 Facts & Figures
1,2M
TONS of cargo handled
25,375t
OF PHARMACEUTICALS HANDLED
2,171m²
TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED SPACE AVAILABLE
Protecting People and Cargo
At Swissport, safety and compliance are at the heart of everything we do. We are the only major airport services provider globally to hold the triple ISO certifications for quality (9001), environment (14001) and health & safety (45001). Many of our U.S. facilities also hold ISAGO accreditation.
Our operations strictly adhere to CBP, TSA, FAA, and airline-specific regulations, ensuring every shipment and aircraft is handled safely and reliably.
Through continuous staff training, AI-supported knowledge systems, and rigorously enforced SOPs, we maintain consistent, high-quality cargo handling across all 25 U.S. warehouses, giving our airline partners confidence in every operation.
Precision, Reliability, and Scale
Swissport delivers consistent, high-quality service across the U.S., guided by standardized procedures, robust SLAs, and weekly NPS feedback. Certified under IATA’s Cargo iQ standards, our services follow globally recognized benchmarks for process quality and transparency. Our advanced CargoSpot inventory management system enables piece-level tracking, real-time visibility, and seamless integration with airline platforms, giving carriers greater confidence and operational certainty.
From temperature-sensitive pharma to high-volume e-commerce cargo, our certified facilities and trained teams ensure regulatory compliance, accuracy, and timely handling — keeping freight moving efficiently from acceptance to delivery.
COOL CHAIN EXPERTISE
Swissport is expanding temperature-controlled capabilities across our U.S. network to meet growing demand for pharma and perishables. Our GDP- and CEIV-certified facilities provide global-standard compliance, traceability, and safe handling of every shipment.
With dedicated cool rooms, specialized workflows, and trained staff, we minimize risk of spoilage and ensure sensitive cargo arrives in perfect condition, helping airlines maintain service reliability and customer satisfaction.
SMARTER AIR CARGO OPERATIONS
Across the U.S., Swissport leverages digitalization and automation to optimize cargo handling. CargoSpot Mobile, integrated weighing systems, ETV automation, and AI-driven dashboards enable real-time processing, predictive resource allocation, and efficient piece-intensive handling.
Our innovation ensures faster turnaround, fewer errors, and complete traceability for airline partners, whether managing high-volume e-commerce shipments, freighter operations, or complex specialty cargo.
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