Portuguese Government Extends Airport Ground Handling Contracts (eco.sapo.pt)

• Menzies ground handling contracts extended at major hubs.
• Legal injunction from SPdH stalls the new tender process.
• Proactive measures taken to secure summer airport operations.

"The Portuguese government has extended current ground handling licenses held by Menzies Aviation at Lisbon, Porto, and Faro airports. This decision follows a legal challenge by the runner-up bidder, SPdH, which filed an injunction against the recent public tender. The government aims to maintain operational continuity and avoid service disruptions during the critical summer peak season. By extending these contracts, authorities are bypassing the current procurement gridlock to safeguard the stability of critical aviation infrastructure."