Menzies Aviation has won a five-year license to provide ground handling services at nine airports across South Africa.
The license, awarded by Airports Company South Africa, enables Menzies to continue operating at O R Tambo International, Cape Town International, King Shaka International, Dawid Stuurman International, Bram Fischer International, George, Kimberley, King Phalo, and Upington International airports.
Menzies is the largest aviation services company on the African continent, employing over 3,500 people in 20 countries. In South Africa specifically, Menzies has provided ground services to a range of international airlines since 2008. This license renewal secures Menzies’ business in the country for a further five years, ensuring it can continue to pursue growth in the region in line with its strategic goals, the company said. Moreover, it will further support Menzies’ ability to develop other services such as air cargo, VIP meet and greet, and lounges.
Founded 28 years ago, Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited (ACSA) is partially owned by the South African government and manages nine airports across the country.
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