Archives



Air, Freight News


Dallas takes first steps towards cargo revamp

[ May 4, 2023   //   ]

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has started redevelopment of its 19th Street cargo facility.

It says it will apply state-of-the-art technology that addresses labor shortages, airport congestion, and sustainability while increasing safety, efficiency, and security across the cargo ecosystem.

The project is slated for completion in late 2024 and will add about 350,000sq ft of new warehouse space and seven ADG VI (large cargo aircraft) parking positions.

DFW has also “tentatively selected” Menzies Aviation and Dnata USA to operate new cargo warehouses. , subject to final approval by its board of directors, who will join a future design-build contractor to create and operate the facility.

DFW’s executive vice president, global strategy and development, John Ackerman, said: “We selected these tenants for their commitment to excellence in cargo handling and their long-term business strategy, which supports our business priorities in developing DFW as a transit hub in the global supply chain connecting Asia and Latin America.

“This will also support our goal of being a hub for the fastest growing markets, including pharma and other perishables, as well as cross-border e-commerce.”

Tags: