SriLankan Airlines Awards Ground & Cargo Handling Contracts at Dubai Airport ✈️

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the renewal of service agreements with Dnata, the sole service provider at Dubai International Airport, to ensure continued operations for the national carrier. • Passenger & Ground Handling: Awarded to Dnata for a 3-year term (01-04-2026 to 31-03-2029) at an estimated cost of AED 33.04 million. • Cargo Handling Services: Awarded to Dnata for a 3-year term (01-07-2026 to 30-06-2029) at an estimated cost of AED 7.6 million. • Context: The previous passenger handling agreement expired on 31-03-2026, while the existing cargo agreement is set to expire on 30-06-2026. • Approval: The resolution was submitted by the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation following recommendations from the Bid Evaluation and Higher Level Procurement Committees. These contracts are vital for maintaining SriLankan Airlines' presence in the Middle East, a key hub for migrant labor remittances and transit traffic. 📈