Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has signed long-term cargo handling contracts with Cathay Cargo for operations at Portland International (PDX) and Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) airports in the US.
SATS-owned WFS commenced cargo handling services on 18 March at Portland and 15 April at Dallas Fort Worth.
This expansion builds upon WFS’ established cargo handling services for Cathay Cargo at Boston (BOS), Houston (IAH), and Los Angeles (LAX), along with ground handling operations it provides for Cathay Cargo at New York (JFK) and Gorge Bush in Houston (IAH).
This partnership aligns with Cathay Pacific’s 24 April launch of direct passenger flights between Hong Kong (HKG) and DFW.
Operating four times weekly, the flights will offer belly cargo capacity between the two cities and complement Cathay Cargo’s established freighter operations, improving shipping options for North American customers.
“We’re excited to strengthen our successful partnership with WFS across the Americas, building on our outstanding collaboration in Los Angeles, Houston, and Boston,” said Cathay’s director of cargo, Tom Owen.
“This expansion provides customers access to WFS’s modernised cargo terminal in Portland and dedicated warehouse space in Dallas Fort Worth, complemented by our new four-times-weekly passenger service launching in April.
“Together, we’re delivering a seamless one-stop air cargo solution that enhances both service quality and our operational presence across South Central USA.”
Michael Simpson, chief executive of gateway services, Americas at WFS, added: “WFS is delighted to expand our longstanding relationship with Cathay Cargo to include Portland and Dallas Fort Worth.
“These new contracts build on our proven track record for delivering exceptional cargo handling services for Cathay Cargo in key cities in the United States, from coast to coast.”
WFS has continued to develop its cargo handling capabilities in the US in thelast few years. Most recenty, the company expanded its JFK cargo capacity with the opening of a new terminal.
