Swissport - Manchester Cargo Station

The Details

PROJECT OVERVIEW

IDES Electrical Services were appointed by Swissport to deliver the complete electrical fit-out for their new cargo handling facility at Manchester Airport. The development formed part of a major investment in Swissport’s UK operations, creating a state-of-the-art cargo hub designed to double annual handling capacity and support future growth through advanced automation and modern warehouse infrastructure.

THE CHALLENGE

The project involved delivering a comprehensive electrical infrastructure package within a large-scale industrial and logistics environment. A key requirement was the provision of electrical supplies for a new automated cargo handling system, commissioned by specialist third-party contractors, together with the installation of lighting, life safety systems and distribution infrastructure capable of supporting the operational demands of a significantly expanded facility.

Accurate load assessments were required to ensure the electrical infrastructure could safely support the new automation equipment while providing the capacity and resilience required for future operational growth.

OUR SOLUTION

IDES carried out estimated load calculations to determine the electrical requirements of the new facility and automation systems. Working closely with Swissport and the wider project team, we delivered a complete electrical package including power distribution, high-bay LED lighting, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems, together with dedicated supplies to support the automated cargo handling equipment.

The installation was carefully coordinated to align with the wider construction programme, ensuring all systems were delivered, tested and commissioned within the project’s 12-week programme.

SERVICES DELIVERED

Complimentary Site Assessment & Proposal
Estimated Load Calculations
Full Electrical Wiring & Distribution
High-Bay LED Lighting
Emergency Lighting
Fire Alarm & Detection Systems
Automation Equipment Power Supplies
Testing & Commissioning

PROJECT OUTCOME

The project was successfully completed within the 12-week programme, providing Swissport with a modern, compliant and future-ready electrical infrastructure for its new cargo hub at Manchester Airport. The completed facility doubles Swissport’s annual cargo handling capacity to approximately 110,000 tonnes and supports advanced automated handling processes designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce manual handling and support future growth.