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Swissport International Ltd., headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading provider in the air transport services industry (62). Founded in 1996, Swissport has established a strong presence in over 300 airports across 50 countries, delivering essential ground and cargo handling services to airlines and freight forwarders.
The company’s core offerings include passenger services, ramp handling, and cargo management, distinguished by their commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Swissport's innovative approach and extensive global network position it as a key player in the aviation sector, serving more than 265 million passengers annually.
With a focus on operational excellence and sustainability, Swissport continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the air transport industry.
+46 vs industry average
Swissport’s score of 64 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Swissport, headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operating in air transport services, reported its Scope 1 emissions at approximately 92,945,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 49,079,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 189,029,000 kg CO2e for 2025. This follows 2024 emissions of approximately 97,732,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 47,233,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 189,178,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 91,023,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 51,821,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 224,345,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, Swissport's total emissions were approximately 376,236,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 114,254,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 47,548,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 214,434,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Data for 2021 and 2020 are not disclosed in full, though some production emission factors like the share of electric Ground Support Equipment (GSE) (18.6% in 2021, 18.8% in 2020) and eco-powered vehicles (22.5% in 2021, 22.9% in 2020) were reported.
Swissport has set ambitious climate commitments. The company is dedicated to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets, set by Swissport International AG, are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For the near term, Swissport aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 51% by 2032, using a 2023 base year. Additionally, within the same timeframe, the company commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities by 51%, and from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 30%. For the long term, Swissport International AG plans to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from the 2023 base year.
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51% reduction in Scope 2
Swissport International commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 51% by 2032 from a 2023 base year.
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51% reduction in Scope 1
Swissport International commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 51% by 2032 from a 2023 base year.
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