“dnata” begins implementing a major expansion of its facilities at Melbourne Airport

Dnata Catering and Retail has begun implementing a major expansion of its advanced facilities at Melbourne Airport, with an investment value of up to 50 million Australian dollars, to enhance its capabilities to meet the advanced needs of its growing customer base through innovative catering and retail solutions, thus consolidating its position as a leading company in the field of providing catering. Aircraft in Australia.

The company stated, in a statement yesterday, that the project is scheduled to add 5,700 square meters to the current dnata facility, raising its total area to more than 16,000 square metres, making it the largest aircraft catering center in Victoria, with a production capacity of up to 25 million. meal annually, noting that the newly built area is scheduled to enter the operating phase in September 2026.

Dnata currently provides its services in Melbourne to 20 airlines with a team of 1,000 employees, which contributes to providing a distinguished dining experience on board more than 60,000 flights annually.

Hiranjan Aloysius, Regional CEO of dnata Catering and Retail in the Asia Pacific region, said: “This major expansion of our facilities in Melbourne represents an important step in our continued growth journey, enabling us to meet the increasing demand for our high-quality services, and will also contribute to our efforts to support… The economy and local communities by creating new job opportunities and stimulating growth in related sectors.”

For his part, Head of Ground Transport, Real Estate and Retail at Melbourne Airport, Jay McDermott, said: “This development is an important achievement in the long-term partnership between dnata and Melbourne Airport, and this project, through its integration with the airport’s operations, will simplify the work methods of (dnata) and Melbourne Airport. dnata at Melbourne Airport, and ensuring that dnata keeps pace with the growth of Melbourne Airport.”

dnata’s expansion into Melbourne reflects its continued commitment to enhancing its presence and services in Australia, and the company’s planned investment of A$80 million in infrastructure is expected to create more than 300 direct jobs over the next three years, in addition to creating indirect job opportunities. Through its partnerships with local suppliers.

Dnata currently provides catering and retail services in Australia to more than 40 air carriers at nine airports, through a team of more than 4,000 hospitality professionals.