Based in Turkey, the global ground handling brand Havas has acquired MZLZ Ground Handling Services operating at Zagreb Airport in Croatia. In 2019 the Croatian air transport hub served more than 3 million passengers and 45,000 flights as well as 13,000 tonnes of cargo.
A TAV Airports and Groupe ADP company, Havas already operates at 29 airports in Turkey, as well as at Riga Airport in Latvia and now Zagreb. The new agreement provides Havas with control of passenger, ramp, representation and supervision services, as well as flight operation, load control, communication services and cargo and mail services at the Croatian hub.
“We focus on consistently improving our operations through innovative solutions and providing the best service to our airline collaborations,” said Havas General Manager S. Mete Erna. “As a member of the Turquality programme, we take the opportunities to achieve growth abroad with the know-how we have gained in Turkey. Approximately 30 airlines regularly fly to Zagreb Airport, which is a significant touristic destination in the Adriatic.”
Going forward, Havas will act as the sole ground handling service provider at Zagreb Airport, which also handles cargo and general aviation traffic. “We will increase the efficiency of our operations, sustain our investments in ground handling services and continue to be the preferred business partner of airlines,” added Erna.
