SWISSPORT has sold a majority shareholding in its ULD management subsidiary Unitpool to Aviation Services Holding.

Unitpool will continue to develop and tap into new markets in the international air transport sector under the leadership of Dr Ludwig Bertsch and David Harman who remains as chief executive officer. The change of ownership will have no impact on Unitpool’s collaborations with its existing customers says the company.

“I could not be more pleased with the outcome,” says Harman. “We’re looking forward to this new era for Unitpool. I am convinced that with the new owners behind us and our skilled and motivated team, Unitpool will continue to grow and we will fulfil our goal to become the world class provider of innovative ULD solutions.”

Urs Sieber, executive vice-president ground handling Europe, Asia, ME & Africa at Swissport International, said: “We are heartened to know that Unitpool will be in such safe and expert hands. New owners ASH, should ensure not only the smoothest of transitions but also – and above all – a promising and forward-looking solution for all the parties involved.”