WFS gains Lufthansa and Swiss in Johannesburg
Worldwide Flight Services has expanded its operation in Johannesburg to accommodate new contracts with Lufthansa and Swiss Worldcargo. The global cargo handling company expects to process some 23,000 t of freight per year for the two airlines, which have both signed three-year handling agreements commencing 1 September 2020.
In its latest investment in South Africa, WFS has acquired the lease on a further 3,600 sqm of warehouse capacity in Johannesburg, purchased additional cargo handling equipment and increased its workforce to ensure the highest levels of service, safety and security for the air freight operations of its clients.
Last year, WFS also built a new 350 sqm pharma facility at the airport, which has since gained GDP accreditation for the handling of temperature-controlled healthcare products. (ah)