Integrated facilities specialists ABM have been awarded the cabin cleaning contract for the British Airways (BA/BAW) fleet using terminal 3 at London Heathrow (LHR/EGLL).
The company began servicing the BA fleet in November after successfully winning the contract following a tender process.
ABM will carry out cabin cleaning during turnaround procedures in addition to 10 extra night cleans, a first for ABM at Heathrow.
The contract helps ABM expand its aviation portfolio as well as its presence at London Heathrow, Britain’s busiest airport where it has a team of 600 people employed.
David Stonebanks, Head of Critical Services at British Airways, said: “We adhere to the highest standards at British Airways, and we are confident in ABM’s ability to deliver operational excellence through its commitment to exceptional standards. We look forward to working together and ensuring we deliver the very best for our customers.”
ABM also offers logistical support to British Airways through its logistics centre. ABM stores and supplies consumable goods to be used on board such as cleaning products, pillows, blankets and duvets.
Jim Niblock, ABM Aviation Managing Director, said: “Providing exceptional cabin and secure cleaning services is key to enhancing the passenger experience and ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest standards, every time. We’re delighted to have been chosen to deliver this contract – it’s wonderful to be working with British Airways once again.”
ABM has a presence at 15 airports across the UK and Ireland and employs over 12,500 people in the UK with clients including Transport for London and London Gatwick.
Jim Niblock added: “This win with British Airways is a testament to our strategy of accelerating growth at Heathrow. Thanks to the strength of our fantastic customer base—many of whom have been with us since the challenges of the COVID era—we’ve developed a deep well of talent, expertise, and resources who understand London Heathrow’s unique operating structure. This positions us for continued success and growth in this critical hub.”
