SAHCO, Air Algérie seal ground handling deal - Punch Newspapers
Air Algérie has signed a ground handling contract with Skyway Aviation Handling Company for the handling of its ground operations for its Lagos and Abuja operations. Under the agreement, SAHCO will provide comprehensive ground handling services to the Algerian national carrier, according to a statement made available to The PUNCH on Tuesday. The handling company said the latest contract underscores the confidence international airlines continue to place in SAHCO’s capacity to deliver reliable services in line with global aviation standards. In the statement, Chairman of SAHCO Plc, Taiwo Afolabi, welcomed the agreement, describing it as a reflection of the company’s growing reputation for operational excellence. “We are delighted that Air Algérie has chosen SAHCO as its ground handling partner in Lagos and Abuja,” Afolabi said.Make PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources He added that the decision reflected the company’s commitment to maintaining high standards across its operations. “This confidence reflects our unwavering commitment to safety, operational efficiency and service excellence. We remain focused on delivering seamless ground handling solutions that meet the expectations of our airline partners and contribute to a superior passenger experience,” he stated. The statement further emphasised SAHCO’s nationwide presence, saying it remains a significant advantage in Nigeria’s competitive ground handling industry. Exporters risk jail for drugs in consignments, NDLEA warns Court remands actress Doris Ogala over cyberstalking of pastor SSANU women seek equal opportunities, greater role in university leadership SAHCO operates at all commercially operated airports in the country, giving it the reach to support airline customers across multiple locations while maintaining consistency in service delivery. The company is also incorporating alternative power sources and environmentally conscious solutions into its equipment strategy, reflecting growing attention to sustainability within aviation operations. SAHCO added that safety and compliance remain central to its service delivery. “SAHCO holds internationally recognised certifications and approvals, including ISAGO, RA3, ISO 9001, SON and ISO 27001, supporting our commitment to quality management, operational security and accepted industry standards,” the statement read. With the new partnership, SAHCO hinted that it is positioning itself to deepen international airline relationships while sustaining its focus on operational reliability, workforce competence and customer service. Olasunkanmi Akinlotan Akinlotan is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over eight years of experience reporting on politics, social justice, motoring, railways, and aviation. His work focuses on accountability, public interest, and social change, producing stories that inspire reform and amplify underrepresented voices. Akinlotan’s reporting reflects extensive newsroom experience, editorial insight, and a strong commitment to accurate, impact-driven journalism.
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