SATS Ltd, one of the world’s leading air cargo and ground handling providers, has announced a S$250 million investment to transform and modernise its operations at Singapore Changi Airport, as part of a long-term strategy to support rising traffic and strengthen Singapore’s position as a global aviation hub.
The investment will be channelled through SATS Singapore Hub (SG Hub) and split into two key areas: over S$150 million to renew and expand its ground support equipment (GSE) fleet over the next five years, and S$100 million to enhance air cargo operations across Changi’s freight terminals over the next two years.
The initiative comes as SATS prepares for anticipated growth leading up to the opening of Changi Airport’s Terminal 5 and the Changi East Industrial Zone in the mid-2030s.
Key Elements of the Investment:
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Ground Support Modernisation: Over 500 vehicles and pieces of equipment will be renewed or refurbished, with more than 100 new units added to support rising demand.
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Cargo Handling Enhancements: SG Hub will implement multi-phase upgrades starting mid-2025 to address increasing freight volumes.
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Workforce Development: Alongside infrastructure, SATS is investing in a future-ready workforce, focusing on job redesign, upskilling, and talent recruitment, while integrating AI and autonomous technologies to improve productivity.
Henry Low, CEO of SATS Singapore Hub, said: “These multi-million dollar investments mark a critical milestone in our efforts to future-proof Singapore’s aviation ground handling and cargo operations. While Terminal 5 may be a decade away, we are preparing today to ensure we can meet the needs of tomorrow.”
SG Hub was established in October 2024 to support airport operations at Changi Airport, Seletar Airport, and related aviation industries.