Miami, Florida: Alliance Ground International (AGI) is set to acquire Airport Terminal Services (ATS) as part of its ongoing growth strategy across North America and into the passenger operations sector.
ATS has more than 5,500 employees and offers full-range ground handling services, including passenger, ramp, and cargo handling, aircraft refuelling and de-icing, as well as lounge and concierge services.
The acquisition means that AGI will become one of the largest ground handlers in North America.
“As AGI is a cargo handler working with cargo freighter operations, this opportunity with ATS will allow us to build our presence in the airport terminal and passenger side of the business,” said Jared Azcuy, chief executive officer, AGI.
“Ultimately, ATS will help AGI maximize customer service, optimize operations, and increase value to all of our customers.
“We are truly fortunate and excited to welcome the ATS team into the AGI family.”
Founded in 1975 and based in St Louis, Missouri, ATS operates across the US and Canada.
“We have known Jared for a very long time and are confident this is an excellent fit from all perspectives,” said Sally Leible, president and CEO, ATS.
"This will provide exciting new opportunities for all ATS and AGI team members, we are truly excited to begin this new and exciting next chapter.”
The move is the third major acquisition made by AGI since October and forms part of a global growth strategy, soon to include expansion into Europe.
Over the previous eight months, AGI has announced the purchase of both Total Airport Services and Maestro International Cargo, as well as making major investments at its Newark and Chicago operations.
