The handling company announced that it has renewed its agreements with leading European carriers Air France, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic, as well as African airline RwandAir. In addition, NAHCO has secured fresh handling contracts with United Nigeria – Regional, Bellagio, and Malaikair, expanding its growing portfolio of airline clients.
According to a statement from the company, the renewed contracts with Air France and KLM are for three-year terms, running until 2028. Virgin Atlantic’s agreement also spans three years, while the renewed contract with RwandAir will take effect from October 1, 2025, and run for three years.
The newly signed agreements further extend NAHCO’s footprint across different market segments. The contract with United Nigeria – Regional is for five years, effective from August 1, 2025. Bellagio has signed a three-year agreement, while Malaikair’s contract will run for five years.
Collectively, the contracts cover the provision of comprehensive ground handling services, reinforcing NAHCO’s role in supporting airline operations through passenger handling, ramp services, cargo operations, and other critical aviation support functions.
Commenting on the development, the Group Executive Director, Commercial and Business Development, NAHCO Plc, Prince Saheed Lasisi, described the agreements as a reflection of the company’s long-standing commitment to service excellence. He noted that NAHCO’s nearly 50 years of experience in the aviation handling business continues to shape its customer-centric approach.
“This is what we have been doing for almost half of a century,” Lasisi said. “We will continue to delight our customers and make our stakeholders happy by exceeding expectations in all aspects of our service offerings. We are always willing and ready to do more.”
The Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, NAHCO Plc, Mr Olumuyiwa Olumekun, also expressed confidence that service delivery would improve further, citing the company’s ongoing investment in modern equipment. According to him, the deployment of a new fleet of ground handling equipment is expected to enhance operational efficiency, safety standards, and turnaround times for partner airlines.
Industry observers view the series of contracts as a strong vote of confidence in NAHCO’s operational capabilities at a time when airlines are increasingly focused on reliability, cost efficiency, and passenger experience. With international and regional carriers renewing long-term partnerships and new entrants joining its client list, NAHCO appears well positioned to deepen its role in Nigeria’s evolving aviation landscape.