What Baltic Ground Services does

Baltic Ground Services (BGS), founded in 2005 and headquartered at Vilnius International Airport, is a private Lithuanian company providing aviation ground handling and aircraft support services across 10 airports in five countries in Central and Eastern Europe (Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Ukraine, and Czech Republic). BGS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group (ASG), the world's largest ACMI provider with a fleet of 136 aircraft and 11,000+ aviation professionals worldwide. Operations at Ukraine (Boryspil, Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa) and Czech Republic (Ostrava) airports are currently suspended.

BGS delivers a vertically integrated service portfolio built around regulatory-certified operational expertise. Core offerings include passenger and ramp ground handling, aircraft fueling (150,000+ tons annually, IATA IFQP-compliant), liquid ADR (dangerous goods) logistics for JET A-1, AVGAS, diesel, and petrol, de-icing, cargo handling, and baggage services. The company holds ISAGO, ISO 9001, JIG, and IATA Ground Handling Provider certifications, and has added sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) logistics through a partnership with NorSAF (18,000 m³ storage capacity in Liepaja, Latvia) and IATA-certified training programs via KSU. Underlying technology consists of certified operational processes, an eco-friendly ADR fleet running Neste MY Renewable Diesel, and physical infrastructure rather than software platforms.

The business operates on a sales-led B2B model with multiple revenue streams: ground handling and fueling priced per contract with airlines, transaction-based passenger ancillary services (baggage wrapping €12-20/unit, storage €3-10/day, business lounge €35), and unit-priced IATA training courses (€500-1,700 per person). Customers include 25+ named airlines spanning legacy carriers (Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, SAS, Turkish Airlines), low-cost carriers (Ryanair, Wizz Air, Norwegian, Eurowings), regional carriers (airBaltic, LOT Polish Airlines, Finnair, Aegean, Austrian), charter operators (Freebird, Heston, SkyUp), and cargo (DHL). Quantified outcomes include 2M+ passengers served, 10,000+ aircraft turnarounds, and 99%+ punctuality annually.

Name

Baltic Ground Services

Legal name

UAB Baltic Ground Services

Website

https://bgs.aero

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Baltic Ground Services, founded in 2005 and part of Avia Solutions Group, provides certified aviation ground handling, aircraft fueling (150,000+ tons annually), liquid ADR logistics, de-icing, cargo handling, and SAF logistics across 10 airports in five Central and Eastern European countries, serving 25+ commercial, charter, and private airline customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Ground Handling Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881), Other Airport Operations (488119), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Ground Handling (Ramp, Baggage, Turnaround) (THABAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH), Private Aviation Ground Support & Trip Services (Dispatch, Permits, Handling) (THABAFAK), Airport & Ground Operations Insurance (FSAJAHAF)

Keywords

• Aviation ground handling
• Aircraft fueling services
• Aviation cargo handling
• ADR logistics
• Aviation training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Ground Handling Services: Comprehensive ground handling services including passenger handling, ramp services, aircraft cleaning, baggage handling, and cargo handling provided to airlines at serviced airports
2. Aircraft Fueling Services: Into-plane fueling and fuel supply services providing over 150,000 tons of aviation fuel annually to commercial and general aviation operators
3. Training Services: IATA-certified and internal training programs for aviation professionals including ramp services, passenger services, security, and fueling courses
4. Liquid ADR Logistics: Transport logistics for liquid dangerous goods including JET A-1, AVGAS, Diesel, Petrol across Baltic states, Eastern and Central Europe
5. Passenger Services: Ancillary passenger services including baggage wrapping, storage, weighing, business lounge, and fast-track access
6. SAF Logistics: Storage and transshipment services for sustainable aviation fuel through NorSAF partnership

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Baltic Ground Services (BGS) provides aviation ground handling and aircraft fueling services at 10 airports across 5 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, including passenger and aircraft ground handling, into-plane fueling, cargo handling, de-icing, baggage wrapping, and liquid ADR logistics. The company also offers IATA-certified professional training programs and SAF logistics through a partnership with NorSAF, serving 25+ airline customers including Ryanair, Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM.

Product overview

Baltic Ground Services (BGS) provides a comprehensive portfolio of aviation ground handling and aircraft support services across 10 airports in 5 countries in Central and Eastern Europe. The core offerings include Ground Handling (passenger and aircraft services), Aircraft Fueling (IFQP-compliant into-plane services), Liquid ADR Logistics (dangerous goods transport), De-icing, Baggage Wrapping Services, Cargo Handling, and SAF Logistics (via NorSAF partnership). BGS also offers professional Training Services including IATA-certified courses (Passenger Ground Services and Airport Ramp Services) and specialized aviation security, ramp operations, and fueling courses. The company services over 2 million passengers annually and performs over 10,000 aircraft turnarounds with a 99% punctuality rate.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NorSAF Partnership: Partnership with NorSAF for SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) logistics, storage and transshipment services for liquid chemicals, mineral oils, and petroleum products

Products and services

• Ground Handling Comprehensive passenger and aircraft ground handling services including check-in, boarding, ramp services, aircraft cleaning, and cabin servicing for commercial and general aviation operators at airports across Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and other serviced locations.
• Aircraft Fueling IATA Fuel Quality Pool (IFQP) compliant into-plane fueling and de-fuelling services providing over 150,000 tons of aviation fuel annually to commercial and general aviation operators.
• Liquid ADR Logistics Specialized logistics for liquid ADR (dangerous goods) including JET A-1, AVGAS, Diesel, and Petrol, serving wholesalers, producers, and end consumers across the Baltic states, Eastern, and Central Europe, using an eco-friendly fleet running on Neste MY Renewable Diesel.
• De-icing Aircraft de-icing and anti-icing services including preventive de-icing and fan blade heating, performed by highly qualified teams to regulatory standards at BGS-served airports.
• Baggage Wrapping Services Onsite baggage wrapping services for passenger luggage protection, including baggage storage, weighing, and travel insurance services at Lithuanian airports.
• Cargo Handling Freighter ramp services including cargo loading and unloading, sorting, segregation, and security screening for cargo aircraft at serviced airports.
• SAF Logistics Sustainable Aviation Fuel logistics through partnership with NorSAF, providing storage and transshipment services for liquid chemicals, mineral oils, and petroleum products with 6 heatable shore tanks and 18,000 m³ capacity.
• Training Services Aviation ground-handling and aircraft support services training including ramp services, aircraft loading, marshalling, de-icing, fueling, and aviation security courses, delivered in partnership with KSU Authorized IATA Training Center.
• Passenger Ground Services (IATA Certification Course) IATA-certified training for passenger service staff covering check-in procedures, boarding, regulatory requirements, and computer reservation systems. Duration: 42 hours study plus 3 hours examination. Priced at €1,700 per person (VAT excl.) with IATA Training Kit included.
• Airport Ramp Services (IATA Certification Course) IATA-certified training for ramp services personnel covering airside environment, ramp operations, safety and security guidelines, and ground operations procedures. Duration: 37 hours study plus 3 hours examination. Priced at €1,700 per person (VAT excl.) with IATA Training Kit included.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99%+ punctuality rate for serviced aircraft
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NorSAFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NorSAF (headquartered in Liepaja, Latvia) provides BGS with SAF storage and transshipment capabilities. NorSAF offers 6 heatable shore tanks with 18,000 m³ capacity for liquid chemical, mineral oil, and petroleum product handling, enabling BGS to offer sustainable aviation fuel logistics.
• KSU (Authorized IATA Training Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBGS partners with KSU as an Authorized IATA Training Center to deliver IATA-certified training programs including Airport Ramp Services and Passenger Ground Services courses. This partnership enables BGS to offer high-level expert instruction and certification preparation for aviation professionals.
• AviatorminorOthersBGS cooperates with Aviator, a ground handling equipment and services provider. Aviator is shown as a partner on BGS's website footer.
• Avia Solutions GroupcoreOthersBGS is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI provider with a fleet of 136 aircraft. The group includes 11,000+ aviation professionals and provides MRO, pilot/crew training, ground handling, and associated services worldwide.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Worldwide Flight Services (WFS): Major global air cargo and ground handling services provider operating at numerous European stations. Competes directly with BGS in cargo handling and into-plane fueling for airline and integrator customers.
• dnata: Global air services provider (part of Emirates Group) offering ground handling, cargo, catering, and travel services at airports worldwide. Competes directly with BGS in European handling and fueling contracts.
• Menzies Aviation: One of the world's largest independent ground handling and fueling services providers, operating at more than 200 airports. Directly competes with BGS for the same commercial, cargo, and charter airline customers across European stations.
• Çelebi Ground Handling: Independent global ground handling and cargo services provider operating across multiple geographies including Central and Eastern Europe. Competes with BGS for LCC and legacy carrier contracts in overlapping European stations.
• Aviator: Nordic/Baltic ground handling equipment and services provider already partnered with BGS. Operates adjacent stations in the same sub-region, competing for overlapping airline customers and crew.
• Swissport: Largest global independent ground handling and airport services company operating at ~300 airports. Competes with BGS for European airline contracts and represents the principal scale-based competitive threat in the region.

Broad incumbents

• Fraport Ground Handling: Ground handling arm of Fraport AG (Frankfurt Airport operator), offering third-party handling services across multiple European stations. A broader incumbent that competes with BGS for legacy carrier contracts.
• TAV Airports: Operates airports and provides ground handling services through TAV Airports Handling, primarily in Turkey and CEE. Competes with BGS for airline handling contracts and offers broader airport-operator capabilities.

Others

• airBaltic: Latvian flag carrier and significant BGS customer across Baltic stations. While not a ground handling peer, it is the dominant airline anchor for BGS's Baltic handling volumes and a key customer relationship.

Regional players

• Lithuanian Airports: State-owned operator of Vilnius, Kaunas, and Palanga airports — the same Lithuanian stations where BGS operates. While not a direct ground handling competitor, it is the primary client/partner whose strategic priorities directly affect BGS's Baltic core.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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