In 2024, Swissport International AG provided best-in-class airport ground services for some 247 million airline passengers and handled roughly 5 million tons of air freight at 117 air cargo centers worldwide.

a bright future in the making

From its modest beginnings with operations at Switzerland's largest airports in Zurich, Geneva and Basel, Swissport has developed into a global leader. Today, some 850 air carriers place their trust in Swissport.

Under the name of "Swissair Ground Services International AG", Swissport was incorporated on 16 August 1996 before a notary public in Switzerland. The legal separation from its parent company Swissair laid the basis for a global growth and success story which continues to this day. From its modest beginnings with operations at the airports in Zurich, Geneva and Basel, Swissport has developed into a global leader. Today, some 850 air carriers place their trust in Swissport as an outsourcing partner.

And our ambitions remain high. We want to be the global brand airlines turn to when they look for a ground service partner. We combine best in class service and provide our customers with best value for money, market leading process flexibility and system compatibility. By delivering steady ground operations for airlines, Swissport contributes value to their service delivery and helps them bring a positive experience to their customers. We have an exciting journey ahead.

At Swissport, we support global aviation through mission-critical ground services, award-winning airport lounges, and a global cargo network equipped to handle time- and temperature-sensitive goods.
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OUR PROMISE TO OUR FUTURE COLLEAGUES

At Swissport, we promise a transparent, fair and respectful hiring experience.  From clear job descriptions and benchmarked pay to unbiased, skills based interviews, we champion diversity, internal mobility and positive candidate care. We always follow ethical, legal and data‑compliant practices. You can expect professionalism, openness and support at every step. Your journey to join us should feel as welcoming as being part of our team. 

OUR PEOPLE'S PERSPECTIVES

Across 65,000 colleagues in 300 airports, each individual voice shapes how we deliver excellence every day. Here, our people share in their own words what drives them, challenges them, and why they choose to build their careers with us.

The perspectives you'll encounter here are the personal reflections from colleagues who've built their careers with Swissport. From check-in desks to cargo hubs and lounges, our teams connect people and goods worldwide, and many started in one role before evolving into positions they never expected.

These stories showcase the diversity of experiences within our business—from those who've overcome extraordinary challenges to individuals who've discovered unexpected career paths—demonstrating that growth at Swissport is both organic and intentional. Here, you'll grow, make an impact, and be part of something bigger.

SWISSPORT ACADEMY

Our commitment to grow with our people

Our people are the bedrock of all we do at Swissport. They make it happen from landing to take-off. At Swissport, training and employee development are crucial for maintaining a skilled workforce, delivering excellent service, and ensuring safety.

At every level of our organization we invest in training programs and career progression plans to ensure every team member is set up for succcess.

In 2024, Swissport delivered more than 1.6 million training sessions. For every 100 hours worked by our operational colleagues, we invest 3 hours of targeted training—covering safety, technical proficiency, and customer interaction.

Through training that aligns with our “Zero Harm” approach, we develop a resillient, diverse, and skilled workforce that does things the Swissport way.

OUR VALUES IN ACTION

How we show up and work with others is everything. It sets the tone for our culture and ensures we take pride in doing a job well.

Our values are a core part of who we are. They guide how we do things and act like a compass, helping us navigate decisions, challenges and opportunities. Whatever we do, we do it purposefully and consciously, taking in the perspective of our colleagues, customers, and passengers. When we follow them, we can feel confident that we’re doing it the Swissport way.

TEAM SUPPORT WITH COMPASSION

At Swissport, our employees look out for others and spot what they need. From supporting our colleagues on ramp operations to assisting lounge customers to provide the best service, our care culture makes Swissport a safe, transparent, and rewarding place to work. 

ONE TEAM, ONE MISSION

Swissport is committed to a culture of continuous improvement. We learn from our customers, our suppliers, and our colleagues. It’s never about doing it alone. At Swissport, we believe in teamwork, because when we work together, we win together. 

We celebrate our wins as a team and recognize individual team members for instances of best practice, excellent customer service, avoidance of risks and going above and beyond. 

a bright future in the making

From its modest beginnings with operations at Switzerland's largest airports in Zurich, Geneva and Basel, Swissport has developed into a global leader. Today, some 850 air carriers place their trust in Swissport.

Under the name of "Swissair Ground Services International AG", Swissport was incorporated on 16 August 1996 before a notary public in Switzerland. The legal separation from its parent company Swissair laid the basis for a global growth and success story which continues to this day. From its modest beginnings with operations at the airports in Zurich, Geneva and Basel, Swissport has developed into a global leader. Today, some 850 air carriers place their trust in Swissport as an outsourcing partner.

And our ambitions remain high. We want to be the global brand airlines turn to when they look for a ground service partner. We combine best in class service and provide our customers with best value for money, market leading process flexibility and system compatibility. By delivering steady ground operations for airlines, Swissport contributes value to their service delivery and helps them bring a positive experience to their customers. We have an exciting journey ahead.