Asia Airfreight Terminal (“AAT”), a subsidiary of SATS Ltd (“SATS”), and SATS HK Limited (“SATSHK”), a joint venture between Hong Kong Airlines Ltd and SATS, have established a comprehensive partnership with DHL Air Capacity Sales (“DHL ACS”), the commercial division of DHL Aviation that manages airport-to-airport cargo capacity across its global network, at Hong Kong International Airport (“HKIA”).

Building on SATS’ ongoing partnership handling DHL network carriers at Singapore’s Changi Airport, this collaboration brings together AAT’s cargo expertise and SATSHK’s specialised ground handling capabilities to enhance Hong Kong’s position as a key air cargo hub. The partnership commenced successfully in January 2025 with AAT handling cargo operations for key DHL network carriers.

Since then, the parties have handled more than 50 weekly freighter operations. Meanwhile, SATSHK provides ramp handling solutions, ensuring seamless ground operations for these carriers at HKIA. AAT provides comprehensive cargo handling services for leading airlines, including physical cargo handling, documentation processing, and specialised solutions. SATSHK delivers a full spectrum of ground handling services encompassing passenger handling, ramp operations, flight operations, baggage services, and load control.

Both organisations are committed to operational excellence and superior customer service in supporting the aviation community at HKIA. Paul Ennis, VP ACS Global Operations at DHL, said: “We are delighted to partner with AAT & SATSHK in Hong Kong, further extending our successful cooperation with SATS in Asia. We look forward to their innovative solutions playing a key role in delivering excellent service quality levels, which we pride ourselves on providing our customers throughout our global network.”

Bob Chi, CEO Gateway Services Asia Pacific, SATS, added: “This partnership with DHL to serve their largest twin hubs in Asia Pacific at Hong Kong and Singapore is a significant milestone for SATS in our journey to deliver end-to-end air cargo logistics solutions to our airline customers and the global air cargo industry.

The appointment of AAT and SATSHK demonstrates DHL’s strong endorsement of our commitment and ability to provide innovative, integrated solutions that enhance operational efficiency and service quality. By serving DHL’s network carriers, we strengthen our capabilities in supporting global air cargo movements through Hong Kong while leveraging our extensive experience and network spanning more than 215 locations in 27 countries worldwide. We sincerely thank DHL for their strong support and confidence in expanding this partnership.”

The successful implementation underscores the shared commitment between the three parties in strengthening HKIA’s position as a leading air cargo hub.