SAHCO Wins Contract with Uganda Airlines in Lagos

Handles Ibom Air Regional Operations

ZAINAB JUNAID

The Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc, has won the contract of providing Passenger, Baggage and Ramp Handling services to Uganda Airlines at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

Uganda Airlines, the flag carrier of the Republic of Uganda would be flying from Entebbe International Airport, Uganda to Lagos three times a week to Lagos, Nigeria.

Speaking on this development, Ugandan Country Manager, Patrick Ziwa was pleased with the relationship between SAHCO and Uganda Airlines that started on October 19, 2023.

"Uganda Airlines is excited about working with SAHCO, partnering with SAHCO and also supporting SAHCO during this novel journey," he said.

SAHCO, which is the only ground handler present at all airports in Nigeria has also signed a handling contract with Ibom Air to handle her regional flights, Lagos- Accra routes which began October 17, 2023.

The Company would be providing Passenger handling services, Baggage handling services, Ramp handling services, Cargo handling services and Premium Lounge services for Ibom Air.

Its ability to attract and retain the confidence of both her existing airlines and new airlines due to the seamless, safe and speedy service delivery earned SAHCO this feat.

Spokesperson for SAHCO, Adetola Vanessa Uansohia said, "In recent times, many foreign airlines have moved their aviation ground handling operations to SAHCO so as to enjoy being handled by a loyal and dedicated workforce who are well trained and whose integrity is undoubtable, delivering their activities in line with global best practices."

"Also, SAHCO has invested on modern aviation ground support equipment (GSE) which operate on alternative power sources and are rugged to enable effective maneuvering in the Nigerian terrain.  These GSE are also equipped with the technology to guarantee zero carbon emission to ensure the commitment of SAHCO to protecting the environment. Among these is the first ever Cool Dollies which are used to convey temperature sensitive shipment from the aircraft to the warehouse to safeguard that the shipments are not denatured," She added.