Flybe appoint Birmingham ground handling partner

Flybe Ltd has appointed a ground handling partner at Birmingham Airport, creating more than 100 new jobs within the West Midlands region.

Warwickshire-based Assured Aviation Services will provide full ground handling services for the airline including passenger, baggage, cargo and ramp handling and aircraft cleaning.

Part of the Assured Group, Assured Aviation Services currently operates from London Gatwick, Luton and Heathrow Airport.

The Flybe appointment will be the company 's first at Birmingham Airport and will create more than 100 new jobs across a variety of roles in the local area.

Bill McPherson, head of airport and cargo at Flybe Ltd, said: “We 're delighted to have appointed Assured Aviation Services as our full ground handing service partner following a competitive tender process.

“The team impressed us with their commitment to safety and their enthusiasm and demonstrated an understanding of Flybe 's vision and values. We look forward to working with them over the coming months as preparations ramp up towards our launch in early 2022. ”

Andy Cruise, managing director at Assured Aviation Services, added: “We are proud to be working in partnership with Flybe at this very exciting time.

“We look forward to delivering a safe and punctual ground handling service at Birmingham Airport, providing all Flybe customers with an enhanced airport experience. ”

Recruitment for the new roles is now underway. For more information please contact: [email protected]