Deal marks next stage of European expansion for Atlanta aviation services specialist
Atlanta-based Unifi Aviation acquired Dutch ground handler Viggo in January, a deal that furthers the company’s expansion into continental Europe.
Global aviation services company Unifi, which is part of the Argenbright Group, already has operations across more than 240 airports in North America, the UK and Ireland.
“This acquisition represents an important step in Unifi’s global growth strategy,” said Argenbright Group Founder and Executive Chairman, Frank Argenbright Jr.
“Viggo reflects what we look for in organisations – a strong commitment to putting people first and delivering exceptional service.”
Viggo was established in 1973 and provides passenger, baggage and ramp handling services at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Eindhoven Airport, supporting more than 80,000 flights annually for European and international airlines.
Viggo Chief Executive Martijn Limburg, who will continue to lead the Dutch handler’s operations, said: “By combining Viggo’s capabilities and strong presence in the Netherlands with Unifi’s global scale, we are well positioned to provide our airline partners with additional support and long-term reliability.”
Unifi, meanwhile, in March launched a full ground handling operation for TUI Airways at London’s Gatwick Airport – marking a significant milestone for the company’s growing presence across the UK and Ireland.
The handler will support up to 195 weekly departures this summer at the airport, delivering passenger services, ramp handling and baggage make-up, plus all dispatch services for TUI.
The partnership builds on Unifi’s decade-long relationship with TUI at Eindhoven Airport through Viggo.
