One aviation industry source predicted that, if a few large carriers emerge in Europe, terminals could eventually be dedicated to different airlines, as in the United States. If you go to O'Hare and go to one terminal, you are in purely United country. Ogden's arrival at Schiphol, said airport spokesman Ruud Wever, means that there are now three ground-handling agents at Amsterdam. He said Schiphol is committed to competition, and that increased traffic at Schiphol means there is room for a third handler. This will provide better service to airlines, Wever says, making the airport more attractive as a destination.
Competition means that both quality and price levels are maintained for the airlines.
For airlines, there is now a better choice. Schiphol plays no part in deciding pricing levels. By the mere fact that there are three companies to choose from, the market will direct the competition itself. Germany remains a difficult market for outsiders. The vital area of ramp handling, for instance, is largely monopolized by the airports themselves.