Ajay Barolia has been named Executive Vice President Cargo for North America at Swissport, taking the helm of the company’s regional air cargo business and reporting directly to CEO Nelson Camacho. Since joining Swissport in June 2024 as Senior Vice President North America, he has contributed significantly to the organization. His new appointment underscores Swissport’s strategic focus on building a strong, resilient leadership team to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction across North America.
With more than three decades of industry expertise, Ajay Barolia is recognized for his mastery of global cargo standards, hands-on operational management, and commitment to innovation. He brings extensive experience in optimizing logistics, championing digital transformation, and elevating quality, health, safety, and environmental standards, positioning Swissport at the forefront of next-generation cargo handling.
Supported on the commercial side by senior leader Peter Weir (SVP, Commercial – Cargo NOAM), Barolia also leads a tightly knit regional team of four Vice Presidents overseeing the East, West, Express, and Canada. Covering sales, operations, and QHSE functions, the team is poised to enhance Swissport’s reputation for excellence in providing customized solutions for every client and mission.
“I’m privileged to lead Swissport Cargo and work alongside a world-class team driven by professionalism, innovation, and a shared dedication to sustainable growth. Our priority over the next 12 months will be to expand our footprint through joint ventures and strategic acquisitions, while investing in CAPEX to modernise and automate our key gateways,” said Barolia.
Looking ahead, Barolia is focused on modernization, sustainability and growth in a safety-first culture. “In the long term, I envision Swissport becoming synonymous with digital, green, and resilient cargo operations, leveraging technology and automation to deliver unmatched reliability for our airline customers and freight partners”.
With this appointment, Swissport firmly affirms its commitment to deploying top-tier professionals in key markets and to continually uplifting performance in cargo operations worldwide.
