Çelebi Aviation Holding

Çelebi Aviation Holding: Turkey’s First Ground Handler Since 1958 with 15,000 Employees Across 70 Stations on 3 Continents

Çelebi Aviation Holding is a global ground handling and cargo services provider founded on February 1, 1958, when Ali Cavit Çelebioğlu established Çelebi Hava Servisi at Ankara Esenboğa Airport as Turkey’s first privately-owned ground handling company. Today, with over 15,000 dedicated employees, Çelebi operates across 3 continents in 6 countries through 70 stations worldwide, serving as one of the leading ground handling companies in Europe.

In Turkey alone, Çelebi handles 126,777 flights, 100,706 tons of cargo, and 3.86 million travelers annually with 3,634 employees, serving more than 250 customers – predominantly international airlines. The company provides integrated services including ramp handling, passenger services, cargo handling, warehouse management, bridge operations, trucking, general aviation, airport lounge management, and premium services. Çelebi holds comprehensive certifications including ISAGO, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, RA3, and ISO 27001 across its global network, and maintains membership in TIACA, IATA, and UTİKAD.

For airlines exploring ground handling partnerships in Turkey and beyond, Çelebi delivers 65+ years of expertise with a customer-centric, safety-focused approach.

Services & Expertise

Çelebi Aviation provides comprehensive ground handling services using state-of-the-art equipment and advanced technology. Ramp services encompass aircraft parking, loading and offloading with baggage handling, passenger and crew transportation, aircraft towing, cabin and exterior cleaning, heating and cooling services, lavatory and water services, and de-icing and anti-icing when weather conditions require.

Passenger services ensure travelers experience seamless check-in, boarding, and arrival processes. Cargo and warehouse operations leverage nearly half a century of expertise to surpass international standards, handling general cargo, special cargo (DGR, PER, VAL, AVI, VUN, HEA, AOG, LAR), express cargo, domestic cargo, and courier services. Value-added cargo products include import expedited delivery, export express acceptance, road feeder services, transshipment center operations, Envirotainer stocking station, pet assistance facility, and valuable cargo center.

Bridge operations, general aviation services, airport lounge management, and premium services complete the integrated offering that distinguishes Çelebi in the Turkish civil aviation industry.

Global Network & Technology

Çelebi operates across 3 continents in 6 countries through 70 stations, with certified operations in Turkey, Germany (Frankfurt), Hungary, India (including dedicated Delhi Cargo and Mumbai operations), and Tanzania. The company’s tradition, knowledge, and emphasis on investing in new technology and people have positioned it as a sector leader.

State-of-the-art cargo technology includes E-freight/E-AWB compliance recognized by IATA, HHT-driven barcode-based tracking for shipment traceability, TLX machines with automated weight and volume scanners, ETV (Elevated Transfer Vehicles) with 276 cargo ULD storage locations for efficient retrieval, battery-operated equipment (stackers, forklifts, reach trucks) for environmentally friendly operations,

Elevated ULD build-up workstations, and VNA (Very Narrow Aisle) technology for warehouse efficiency. Leadership under Group CEO Dave William Dorner, with regional presidents Atilla Korkmazoğlu (EMEA) and Murali Ramachandran (India & Southeast Asia), guides the organization’s continued global expansion.

Key Services

• Ramp Services: Aircraft parking and marshalling. Baggage loading and offloading. Passenger and crew transportation. Aircraft towing. Cabin and exterior cleaning. Heating, cooling, lavatory, water services. De-icing and anti-icing operations. State-of-the-art equipment.
• Passenger Services: Check-in and boarding assistance. Arrival services. Premium passenger handling. Transfer assistance. Special assistance services.
• Cargo Handling: General and special cargo (DGR, PER, VAL, AVI, AOG). Express and domestic cargo. Courier handling. Weight and volumetric checks. Document handling. Communications and supervision. Learn about cargo services.
• Warehouse Management: Brand-new warehouse facilities. 276 ULD storage locations with ETV. Automated weight/volume scanning. E-freight/E-AWB IATA compliant. VNA technology. Envirotainer stocking station.
• Value-Added Services: Import expedited delivery. Export express acceptance. Road feeder services. Transshipment center. Pet assistance facility. Valuable cargo center.
• Additional Services: Bridge operations. General aviation services. Airport lounge management. Premium services. Trucking.

Quick Facts

• Company: Çelebi Aviation Holding
• Founded: February 1, 1958 (Ankara Esenboğa Airport)
• Founder: Ali Cavit Çelebioğlu
• Distinction: Turkey’s first privately-owned ground handling company
• Global Employees: 15,000+
• Geographic Reach: 3 continents, 6 countries, 70 stations
• Turkey Operations:
  • 126,777 flights handled
  • 100,706 tons cargo
  • 3,860,752 travelers
  • 3,634 employees
  • 250+ airline customers
• Certifications: ISAGO, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, RA3, ISO 27001, CIEV
• Memberships: TIACA, IATA, UTİKAD
• Leadership: Dave William Dorner (Group CEO), Atilla Korkmazoğlu (President EMEA), Murali Ramachandran (President India & SE Asia)

Contact Details

Address:  Yamanevler, Site Yolu Cd Anel İş Merkezi No:5 Kat:9-10, 34798 Ümraniye/İstanbul, Türkiye
Phone: 90 212 663 65 00
Email: info@celebihandling.com
Website: www.celebihandling.com

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