April 07, (THEWILL) – Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc, a leading Ground Handling service provider in Nigeria, has secured a new partnership with Air Algeria.
The company has been awarded a comprehensive Ground Handling contract to Provide Ground Handling Services to Air Algeria’s flights from Abuja to Algiers, twice a week.
This full handling contract encompasses a wide range of services, underscoring SAHCO’s commitment to excellence in aviation support.
Under this new agreement, SAHCO will provide Air Algeria with a wide range of ground handling services, including ramp handling, passenger services, baggage handling, cargo handling, aircraft cleaning, and more.
SAHCO’s experienced team and state-of-the-art equipment are fully equipped to meet the unique needs of Air Algeria’s operations, ensuring seamless and efficient turnarounds at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
In her comment, the Managing Director/CEO of SAHCO, Mrs Adenike Aboderin, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Air Algeria on this important venture. This contract win reflects Air Algeria’s trust and confidence in our capabilities. We are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to support their operations and ensure safe, timely, and efficient ground handling for their flights.
“SAHCO has a proven track record of providing top-tier ground handling services to major airlines operating in Nigeria. The company is known for its dedication to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. With the addition of Air Algeria to its growing list of clients, SAHCO continues to strengthen its position as a leading ground handling service provider in the region”, she added.
This partnership with Air Algeria also reinforces SAHCO’s strategic vision to expand its footprint across Africa and enhance the connectivity between Nigeria and other countries.
The new ground handling contract is expected to foster closer ties between Nigeria and Algeria, promoting greater business and tourism opportunities.
Air Algeria is the flag carrier of Algeria, with its head office in the Immeuble El-Djazair in Algiers. The carrier operates scheduled international services to destinations in Europe, North America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, as well as domestic services.
The Airline is 100% owned by the Government of Algeria. The duties of SAHCO involve all the actions that take place from the time an aircraft touches down on the tarmac to the time it is airborne, also ensuring that the Ground Handling assignment is carried out in an efficient, speedy and safe manner while deploying the right tools.
Anthony Awunor, is a business correspondent who holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Linguistics (UNILAG). He is also an alumnus of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria Kaduna State. He lives in Lagos.
