Aviator signs multi-year ground handling agreement with China Southern Airlines at Helsinki Airport

March 30, 2026 — Aviator Airport Alliance, a leading full-range provider of aviation services and part of Avia Solutions Group, has signed a new multi-year service agreement with China Southern Airlines at Helsinki Airport (HEL). The contract marks the beginning of a significant new partnership as the carrier launches its inaugural service between Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and Helsinki.

China Southern operated its inaugural flight to Helsinki on 29 March. Aviator is providing comprehensive ground handling services from day one, including passenger handling, ramp services, baggage handling, and de-icing.

Founded in 1988, China Southern Airlines is one of the largest airlines in the world, operating a fleet of almost 900 aircraft and serving more than 200 destinations globally. The airline runs over 2,000 flights daily, making it a major force in both regional and long-haul aviation.

“With the new agreement now in place, we look forward to supporting China Southern Airlines’ presence in Helsinki and ensuring a smooth, reliable passenger handling and aircraft experience on the ground. This partnership strengthens our role in supporting high-quality ground handling services at Helsinki Airport and reflects our shared commitment to safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service. We are proud to partner with such a significant global carrier and excited for the collaboration ahead over the coming years,” said Minna Virmajoki, Interim Managing Director of Aviator in Finland.

As a full-range aviation service provider, Aviator is active at 15 airports throughout the Nordic region, serving major carriers including Norwegian, Lufthansa Group, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Finnair, Air France-KLM, and Turkish Airlines. The company is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI provider with operations spanning six continents and over 14,000 aviation professionals worldwide.

About Aviator:

Aviator Airport Alliance is a Nordic one-stop shop for full-range aviation services, taking care of passengers and equipment at 15 airports from Copenhagen to Tromsø. The company meets all support service needs, from passenger and baggage handling through de-icing, cargo, and full freight handling to station services, including airport security and the NORDIC DINO Aircraft Washing Robot.

Aviator is part of the Avia Solutions Group family, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, with a fleet of 145 aircraft, and a parent company of Avion Express, BBN Indonesia Airlines, KlasJet, Magma Aviation and more. The group also provides a range of aviation services including MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, as well as a variety of associated services. Supported by 11,700 highly skilled aviation professionals, the group operates in 68 countries worldwide.

Source: Aviator