Menzies Aviation Wins Handling Licenses for Lisbon, Porto and Faro Airports
Menzies Aviation secured the rights to provide ground handling services at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports, following a transparent tender process overseen by Portugal’s National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC). The contracts will allow the company to manage passenger and cargo operations across the country’s key aviation hubs, potentially raising service standards and competition.
📌 Key Highlights & Context
- Menzies will operate ground handling at three major Portuguese airports.
- Licences were granted after a competitive, transparent bidding process.
- The agreement is expected to boost competition in Portugal’s aviation sector.
Menzies Aviation, a global ground handling provider, has won the licences to operate at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports, the three busiest hubs in Portugal. According to ANAC, the company will manage passenger and cargo services, bringing its international expertise to the local market.
Details of the licences
The licences were awarded after a transparent tender, and Menzies’ experience is expected to enhance service quality across the airports.
- Lisbon Airport: One of Europe’s busiest gateways.
- Porto Airport: The main entry point for northern Portugal.
- Faro Airport: A tourism‑focused hub in the Algarve.
This move strengthens Menzies’ footprint in Europe while aiming to increase competition and raise operational standards in Portugal’s aviation industry.
Sources
Menzies vence concurso para handling em Lisboa, Porto e Faro