dnata switches LHR truck fleet entirely to biofuels
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, continues to take initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint throughout the world. In the UK, dnata’s Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) fleet of 70 trucks at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has switched to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a fossil-free alternative to regular diesel. This strategic […]
dnata ensures smooth and safe journeys for animal passengers in Brussels
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has ensured the safe transportation of over 6500 animals through its advanced Animal Care and Inspection Centre at Brussels Airport (BRU) throughout 2023-24. The Animal Care & Inspection Centre (ACIC), a leading 2000m² facility, is dedicated to the safe handling of live animals at BRU. The […]
dnata appoints global head of airport operations
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced the appointment of Clive Sauvé-Hopkins to the position of Divisional Senior Vice President (DSVP), Airport Operations. In his role, Clive will oversee dnata’s global ground handling and cargo business at 97 airports in 16 countries. He will manage a team of over 37,000 customer-centric aviation […]
dnata becomes first ground services provider to gain IATA’s CEIV lithium battery certification
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider has received the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) accreditation for the safe and compliant handling of lithium batteries. This achievement underlines the company’s commitment to meeting rigorous safety standards and regulatory requirements in handling potentially hazardous materials. READ: Hermes […]
Autonomous drones propel dnata’s cargo services to new heights in Dubai
dnata has announced the successful integration of autonomous drones into its cargo operations in Dubai, UAE. dnata’s strategic initiative has significantly enhanced operational efficiencies, delivering remarkable benefits for airline customers at both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) airports. Key results include 20% reduction in processing times on the rack inventories and over […]
Navigating the future of global logistics from Dubai
Serving 159 airlines in cargo and moving 2.7 million tonnes of goods per year, dnata provides an extensive suite of services out of its Dubai base including: warehousing and equipment supply, export cargo acceptance and flight build up, import cargo flight breakdown and delivery, customs control, transfer and transit and mail handling. These operations have […]
Redefining air cargo with innovation and sustainability
dnata Singapore has been harnessing innovative technologies and sustainable practices to redefine the landscape of global air cargo operations, reflecting the company’s commitment to efficiency, environmental responsibility, and cutting-edge solutions. “In recent years, we’ve significantly invested in infrastructure, equipment, and technologies to provide best-in-class cargo services to our customers in Singapore,” stated Sam Gould, emphasising […]
dnata to deliver AI-powered solutions
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has partnered with logistics technology solutions provider Speedcargo to deliver cutting-edge cargo services to Etihad Cargo at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Speedcargo’s artificial intelligence (AI)-based Cargo Eye and Assemble solutions installed at dnata’s facilities will help overall logistical efficiency, digitisation and optimise cargo capacity for Etihad […]
dnata’s flower handling expertise takes flight in Amsterdam
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, handles up to 42,000 tonnes of delicate flowers each year from its advanced Amsterdam cargo facilities. Orchids, chrysanthemums, and the ever-popular roses are the most popular types of 27,000 tonnes of flowers imported, arriving daily into the European continent from key source markets in East Africa […]
Beating the heat: how dnata keeps perishable goods farm fresh in Dubai
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, handled 135,000 tonnes of perishable goods through its advanced cool chain facilities in Dubai in the 12 months up to 31 March 2023. The most popular imported products handled into Dubai included fruit and vegetables such as mangoes, strawberries, tomatoes, avocadoes and cherries, primarily from locations […]
dnata announces solid progress and further global green initiatives on World Environment Day
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, continues its efforts to meet its pledge of reducing its carbon footprint and waste to landfill by 20% by 2024 as part of its two-year green operations strategy. The company’s recent key initiatives include continued significant investment in infrastructure, green ground support solutions and process improvement. […]
Improving airfreight operations on the ground
One of the world’s largest air services providers, dnata offers ground handling, cargo, travel and flight catering services across five continents. In the airfreight space, the company provides a series of services including cargo handling, a cargo web portal, dnata Logistics, GSSA Services and more. Achieving success at the forefront of the ground handling revolution, […]
dnata’s Air Dispatch celebrates 7 millionth loadsheet
Air Dispatch, part of dnata and the world’s leading supplier of centralized load control (CLC) services, has recently celebrated the production of its seven millionth loadsheet. The milestone document was issued from the Prague facility, ensuring safe and efficient operations of a Titan Airways’ Airbus A330-300 P2F cargo flight which the airline operates on behalf […]
dnata promotes Phil McGrane to CEO, dnata Brazil
dnata has announced the promotion of Phil McGrane to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), dnata Brazil with immediate effect. In his new role, Phil will lead dnata’s overall strategy and business, driving the company’s growth and success across the country. Phil has been with dnata for over 10 years. Since last July, he has overseen dnata Brazil’s […]
dnata, Emirates Leisure Retail and SEGAP join forces with Zanzibar Airports Authority
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has celebrated the launch of its operations at Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) with its partners Emirates Leisure Retail and SEGAP, a joint venture between airport infrastructure and operations specialists Egis, and private equity fund manager AIIM (African Infrastructure Investment Managers). The three companies […]
dnata breaks ground on $14 million cargo warehouse in Iraq
dnata has broken ground on its new, 20,000 m2 cargo warehouse which will add significant expansion to its operations at Iraq’s Erbil International Airport (EBL). The facility represents an investment of US$ 14 million and will create up to 50 additional, direct jobs with dnata in the country. The foundation stone for the cargo warehouse, […]
dnata catering to provide over 5m meals globally over festive period
dnata will provide over five million special meals for its airline partners around the world, as passengers travel to see friends and family throughout the festive period. From mid-December to Boxing Day, the most popular meal for dnata’s global airline partners of a traditional roast turkey dinner will be served. Included will be the important […]
Cologne Airport marks successful year with dnata partnership
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), a major airfreight hub in Germany and currently ranked as the eighth largest cargo airport in Europe, marked a very special year in 2022 with dnata stepping in as major general cargo handler. Air Cargo Week (ACW): Talking about the airport as a whole, CGN recorded its highest increase in cargo volume […]
dnata calls for further Heathrow talks with Unite the Union
dnata UK’s ground handling & cargo operations arm has called on Unite the Union to respond to requests for further talks to prevent potential industrial action from taking place in London Heathrow. The Union has reportedly ignored responses for further talks and is balloting its members for industrial action at London Heathrow despite dnata being […]
dnata announces $100m investment in green operations
dnata will invest $100 million in green operations in the next two years to further enhance environmental efficiency across its global network. The company’s ongoing investment in infrastructure, equipment and process improvement will support it to achieve its strategic objectives and reduce its carbon footprint by 20% by 202, and by 50% by 2030. Steve […]
dnata reveals FY 2021-22 results
Recovery from the pandemic was felt across all dnata businesses, and in 2021-22 dnata returned to profitability with a profit of AED 110 million ($30 million). With growing flight and travel activity across the world, dnata’s total revenue increased by 54% to AED 8.6 billion ($2.3 billion). dnata’s international business accounts for 62% of its revenue. dnata continued […]
dnata further enhances sustainability through investment in solar energy at Changi Airport
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, continues to invest in infrastructure and equipment to further improve resource efficiency globally. The company has installed a 3.5 megawatt-peak rooftop solar power system across its operations, including its cargo and catering facilities, at Changi Airport (SIN). The rooftop power plant comprises of over 6,500 individual solar […]
dnata further expands its LHR operations with bespoke cargo facility
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has inaugurated a new, state-of-the-art cargo centre at London Heathrow airport (LHR). Part of the company’s ‘dnata City East’ complex, the bespoke facility further increases dnata’s capacity at LHR, ensuring continued smooth handling of a broad range of goods amid rapidly increasing demand for reliable and […]
dnata to expand cargo operations into Germany
dnata announced expansion of its European footprint through the planned acquisition of Germany-based Wisskirchen Handling Services, Wisskirchen. Subject to government approval, dnata’s entry into the German market will further develop its position as a leading global cargo services provider. Wisskirchen is the exclusive operator of the Cologne Bonn Cargo Centre, a 12,000 sq m […]
dnata to invest €200 million in new Schiphol facility
dnata has announced a major, over €200 million investment in a fully automated cargo centre, dnata Cargo City Amsterdam, at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. As one of the largest and most advanced facilities of its kind, dnata Cargo City Amsterdam will significantly enhance cargo capacity in The Netherlands and create new, direct jobs with dnata. It will enable […]
Brussels Airport Animal Care & Inspection Centre gains CEIV Live Animals certification
Brussels Airport Animal Care & Inspection Centre (ACIC), which is run by dnata, has received the coveted IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Live Animals Certificate, less than two years after its inauguration. Stef Vanbinst, managing director of dnata Belgium, said: “We are proud to be globally recognised for delivering reliable and safe […]
dnata USA awarded ISAGO accreditation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has awarded dnata USA the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) accreditation, following the successful completion of a comprehensive audit of the company and its ground-handling operations at New York-JFK Airport (JFK). David Barker, dnata’s divisional senior vice president for airport operations, said: “We are proud to be […]
dnata to oversee Zanzibar Airport T3 operations
dnata has signed a concession agreement with The Government of Zanzibar, along with Emirates Leisure Retail and SEGAP, a joint venture between airport infrastructure and operations specialists Egis, and private equity fund manager AIIM. Under the partnership, dnata will oversee the operations of Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International Airport’s (ZNZ) newly-built international terminal (T3), with SEGAP supporting the Zanzibar Airports Authority (ZAA) in a management […]
Stewart Angus returns to dnata
dnata today announced the appointment of Stewart Angus as its regional chief executive officer for Europe. In his new role, Angus will lead dnata’s airport operations at 23 airports in 6 countries across the continent, managing 6,300 employees. He will be based in the UK, and report to David Barker, dnata’s divisional senior vice president […]
dnata promotes Crozier to senior VP, UAE cargo
dnata has announced the appointment of Guillaume Crozier as senior vice president, UAE cargo. In his new role, Crozier will oversee dnata’s cargo business in the UAE covering Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) airports. Guillaume will be based in Dubai and report to David Barker, dnata’s divisional senior vice president for airport operations. Crozier’s […]
