Dnata expands into Belgium

Dnata has launched operations in Belgium by opening a new cargo centre at Brussels Airport, which represents an investment of ?8 million and will create up to 100 local jobs with the company. 
The new facility, which covers an area of 14,000sqm, substantially increases the cargo capacity in the Benelux states allowing airline customers to enhance their operations in the region. It includes 4,500sqm warehouse space and is capable of processing 125,000 tonnes of cargo annually. It is equipped with the latest technologies and complies with the highest industry standards ensuring efficient and safe handling of all types of cargo, including perishables, pharmaceuticals, dangerous goods, live animals, aircraft engines and vehicles.
Dnata has been already providing cargo and ground handling services to 25 cargo and 8 passenger airlines at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Dnata will ensure a close cooperation between its Amsterdam and Brussels teams to leverage synergies and deliver the highest possible value for its customers at both airports. 
Erik de Goeij, CEO of dnata The Netherlands and Belgium, said: "We are thrilled to establish operations at another important cargo hub. Our best-in-class facility at Brussels Airport significantly increases our cargo handling capacity in the region, which we expect to stimulate the local cargo industry. We see solid demand for our quality services and are confident that this strategic expansion will bring significant benefits to our stakeholders. Dnata is renowned for its customer-oriented approach, reliability and uncompromised focus on safety at all airports it operates across the globe. We all share a passion for excellence and will work hard to provide the best possible services to our Brussels customers, every day."
"We are most pleased to welcome dnata at Brussels Airport as our third cargo handler," said Arnaud Feist, CEO of Brussels Airport Company. "Dnata has already positioned itself as a key cargo player at our airport with a dedicated infrastructure for pharmaceuticals and an active participation in our cargo community Air Cargo Belgium, consistent with Brussels Airport's strategy to provide specialised infrastructure for vital sectors in our country, and to work towards mutual goals through collaboration. And so, it is with positive expectations I look forward to this new partnership."
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