Swissport has named Steven Polmans as Global Senior Vice President Cargo, reporting directly to the Global Cargo Chair.

Polmans, who brings more than 20 years of aviation experience, will oversee Swissport's global air cargo operations. His role includes shaping the company's cargo strategy, improving commercial performance, and refining its position within the air freight sector.

"We are delighted to welcome Steven Polmans to the Swissport team," says Dirk Goovaerts, CEO Continental Europe, Middle East, Africa, & India and Global Cargo Chair at Swissport. "His extensive experience in transforming cargo operations, building strategic industry partnerships, and driving innovation makes him the ideal leader to further enhance and grow our cargo services worldwide. Steven's deep industry knowledge and forward-thinking approach will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our position as a global leader in air cargo handling."

Polmans said he looks forward to the new role and to working with a committed team. "Together, we will strive to meet and exceed the expectations of our existing and future customers and achieve the ambitious growth targets Swissport has set for its cargo business."

Polmans joins Swissport with an extensive background in the air cargo industry. Most recently, before his current professional activities as an independent air cargo consutlant, he served as vice president business development at Abu Dhabi Airports, director of cargo & logistics at Brussels Airport Company, where he played a key role in developing BRUcargo into a leading pharmaceutical logistics hub.

He was also the founding chairman of Air Cargo Belgium and served as chairman of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA).

Swissport said Polmans' extensive network and deep understanding of global cargo markets will be valuable assets to Swissport as it pursues delivering world-class service to airlines and freight forwarders, optimizing revenue, and driving operational efficiencies.

In his new role, Polmans will be responsible for identifying key growth opportunities through both organic expansion and strategic M&A activities. He will oversee commercial strategy, business development, and M&A activity for Swissport’s cargo division, with a focus on maintaining the company’s global presence and competitive position.

Swissport Air Cargo division handles over 5 million tonnes of air cargo annually across 117 cargo warehouses worldwide.

The appointment of Polmans aligns with Swissport's strategy to strengthen its leadership team with industry experts who can drive sustainable growth and operational excellence across its global network.