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Leeds Bradford Airport Starts Construction on Terminal Regeneration Project

Leeds Bradford Airport Starts Construction on Terminal Regenerati...

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has commenced construction work on its new terminal regeneration project, LBA:REGEN.

A Call for Transformative Action

A Call for Transformative Action

KINTO Join discusses actionable insights to take your airport to new heights of success while contributing positively to the environment.

Air New Zealand Electric Plane to Opearte Wellington-Marlborough

Air New Zealand Electric Plane to Opearte Wellington-Marlborough

Air New Zealand has selected Wellington (WLG) and Marlborough (BHE) Airports as the ports for its upcoming all-electric aircraft operations. 

FREQUENTIS and T-systems Further Digitalise Dublin Airport

FREQUENTIS and T-systems Further Digitalise Dublin Airport

T-Systems has integrated a new management product from Frequentis into Dublin Airport's system to further enhance airport effiency.

ACI World Reveals Top 10 Busiest Airports in 2023

ACI World Reveals Top 10 Busiest Airports in 2023

Airports Council International (ACI) World has unveiled preliminary data indicating the top 10 busiest airports worldwide for 2023. 

TPA Hosts Discussion on Future of Advanced Air Mobility in Florida

TPA Hosts Discussion on Future of Advanced Air Mobility in Florid...

Tampa International Airport (TPA) has hosted a discussion with transportation leaders across Florida on the future of Advanced Air Mobility.

SITA Grows Canadian Footprint with Check-in and Boarding Solutions

SITA Grows Canadian Footprint with Check-in and Boarding Solution...

SITA, in partnership with Hamilton International Airport, will be supporting future digitalisation efforts and passenger experience.

US: Ford International Airport Breaks Ground on Terminal Enhancement Project

US: Ford International Airport Breaks Ground on Terminal Enhancem...

Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) has broken ground on its 135 million USD Terminal Enhancement Project (TEP).

UK: easyJet Completes Hydrogen Refuelling Trial at Bristol Airport

UK: easyJet Completes Hydrogen Refuelling Trial at Bristol Airpor...

easyJet's Project Acorn, the UK's first airside hydrogen refuelling trial at a major airport, has concluded at Bristol Airport (BRS). 

PHL Unveils New Airport Operations Center

PHL Unveils New Airport Operations Center

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has opened its new Airport Operations Center (AOC), located in the former Communications Center.

Accelerating Sustainable Shifts

Accelerating Sustainable Shifts

KINTO Join Business Mobility Solutions believes transition towards mandatory Scope 3 reporting presents a golden opportunity for companies.

BEUMER and HÖRMANN Introduce SECTRO Security Concept

BEUMER and HÖRMANN Introduce SECTRO Security Concept

BEUMER Group and HÖRMANN Klatt Conveyors have partnered to redesign security checkpoints at airports with their SECTRO screening concept.  

Lagardère Travel Retail Unveils FLOW Anti-Waste Program

Lagardère Travel Retail Unveils FLOW Anti-Waste Program

Lagardère Travel Retail proudly announces the launch of its new anti-waste program, named FLOW, which stands for Fighting to Limit Our Waste.

London Luton Airport Advances Work to Rebuild Car Park Destroyed in Fire

London Luton Airport Advances Work to Rebuild Car Park Destroyed ...

London Luton Airport (LTN) has provided an update on its surface access infrastructure projects following a fire at its car park last year.

Orlando International Airport Terminal C Receives $61.9 Million in FAA Funding

Orlando International Airport Terminal C Receives $61.9 Million i...

The FAA has awarded $148.3mn to 73 airport infrastructure projects, including $61.9mn for Orlando International Airport to expand Terminal C.

Biometrics Holds the Key to Smarter Digital Travel

Biometrics Holds the Key to Smarter Digital Travel

SITA’s Biometrics White Paper, ‘Face the Future’ presents how biometrics can create a smoother and safer air transport experience.

New Rapid Exit Taxiway Opens at London Gatwick

New Rapid Exit Taxiway Opens at London Gatwick

London Gatwick (LGW) and PJ Hegarty have brought the airport's new Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET) into operation. 

Expansion Projects Advance at Tampa International Airport

Expansion Projects Advance at Tampa International Airport

Tampa International Airport (TPA) has provided an update on the ongoing expansion and renovation projects at the airport. 

CLEAR Expands Impact at Boston Logan Airport

CLEAR Expands Impact at Boston Logan Airport

CLEAR has announced that its secure identity technology is now available in Terminal E at Boston Logan International Airport's (BOS).

FAA Selects FREQUENTIS for Digitalisation

FAA Selects FREQUENTIS for Digitalisation

The FAA has awarded Frequentis a contract to implement a new APC for the U.S. National Airspace System.

UK Airports Granted Extensions to Install New Security Technology

UK Airports Granted Extensions to Install New Security Technology

The UK government has extended the deadline for airports to install CT security scanners to enhance the passenger screening process.

Berlin Airport Uses AI to Optimise Aircraft Handling

Berlin Airport Uses AI to Optimise Aircraft Handling

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has become the first airport in Germany to use artificial intelligence to optimise aircraft handling. 

Green Paths: A Comprehensive Guide

Green Paths: A Comprehensive Guide

KINTO Join Mobility Business Solutions' guide outlines three innovative campaigns designed to transform your employees’ commuting experiences.

Houston to Procure New TSA Equipment for Upcoming Terminal at IAH

Houston to Procure New TSA Equipment for Upcoming Terminal at IAH

More efficient TSA equipment will be procured for the new Mickey Leland International Terminal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

SITA Delivers Critical Datalink Capability to Avinor

SITA Delivers Critical Datalink Capability to Avinor

SITA has delivered Critical Datalink Capability to Avinor, Norway’s air navigation service.

Siemens Logistics to Present Baggage Handling Solutions at Passenger Terminal Expo

Siemens Logistics to Present Baggage Handling Solutions at Passen...

Siemens Logistics has announced that it will be presenting its latest baggage handling solutions at Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE). 

Schiphol Airport Trials Autonomous Airside Buses

Schiphol Airport Trials Autonomous Airside Buses

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is testing electric autonomous Ohmio buses as part of its airside operations. 

Australia: Gold Coast Airport Unveils Its Vision for the Future

Australia: Gold Coast Airport Unveils Its Vision for the Future

In Queensland, Gold Coast Airport (OOL) has unveiled its 2024 Preliminary Draft Master Plan, revealing its vision for the future. 

Helsinki Airport’s Runway 3 to Close for Renovation from 15 April

Helsinki Airport’s Runway 3 to Close for Renovation from 15 April

Finavia is set to begin major renovation works on Helsinki Airport's runway 3, with all operations on the runway ceasing between 15 April & 12 June.

Manchester Airport Achieves New Milestones in Transformation Programme

Manchester Airport Achieves New Milestones in Transformation Prog...

Manchester Airport has completed work to redesign the airfield and installed steelwork for a new pier as part of its ongoing transformation.

BNA Commences Daily Blasting for New Horizon Expansion Project

BNA Commences Daily Blasting for New Horizon Expansion Project

Nashville International Airport (BNA) has begun daily blasting for its Terminal Roadway Construction and Enhancements project. 

Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal A Earns 5-Star Skytrax Rating

Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal A Earns 5-S...

In New Jersey, Newark Liberty International Airport's (EWR) new Terminal A has been awarded a five-star Skytrax rating.

MAG Deploys Motorola Solutions Capacity Max at Stansted Airport

MAG Deploys Motorola Solutions Capacity Max at Stansted Airport

Stansted has a comprehensive maintenance agreement with Radiocoms, who has a dedicated airport team of four specialist engineers.

How Virtual Assistants Revolutionise Passenger Experience

How Virtual Assistants Revolutionise Passenger Experience

TAV Technologies discusses the use of AI-driven Virtual Assistants, which integrate seamlessly into travellers' mobile apps.

UK: easyJet Inaugurates New Base at Birmingham Airport

UK: easyJet Inaugurates New Base at Birmingham Airport

easyJet has inaugurated a new three-aircraft UK base at Birmingham Airport (BHX), creating 140 direct jobs. 

Unveiling KINTO Join’s Commute Emissions Calculator for Streamlined Scope 3 Reporting

Unveiling KINTO Join’s Commute Emissions Calculator for Streamlin...

KINTO Join introduces the Commuter Emissions Calculator, a revolutionary tool to help airports assess commuter footprints.

US: $110 Million to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports

US: $110 Million to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded an additional 110 million USD in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to 71 airports. 

Frequentis to Deploy Aviation Message Handling Solution in India

Frequentis to Deploy Aviation Message Handling Solution in India

Frequentis is to revolutionise a aeronautical message handling system (AMHS) for the Airports Authority of India (AAI).

British Airways Overhauls Ground Support Equipment at Heathrow Airport

British Airways Overhauls Ground Support Equipment at Heathrow Ai...

British Airways is overhauling its airport ground support equipment at London Heathrow Airport in order to reduce emissions.

Commercial Programme Launched for JFK’s New Terminal One

Commercial Programme Launched for JFK’s New Terminal One

The PANYNJ, The New Terminal One and URW Airports have launched the commercial programme for the new terminal at JFK Airport.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Renovate Bus Station

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Renovate Bus Station

The bus station at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is set to be renovated to improve accessibility to the airport by public transport. 

Transitioning to Future-Ready ATM

Transitioning to Future-Ready ATM

Ahead of Airspace World 2024, experts Clive McNabb and Yasudha Sahi examine what the future holds for ATM.

Brisbane Airport Commences Construction on $50 Million Parcel Facility

Brisbane Airport Commences Construction on $50 Million Parcel Fac...

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) has commenced construction on a 50 million AUD parcel facility for Australia Post.

The Benefits and Challenges of AI in Air Traffic Management

The Benefits and Challenges of AI in Air Traffic Management

TAV Technologies explores the potential benefits and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence in air traffic management.

FAA Deploys Surface Safety Technology at US Airports

FAA Deploys Surface Safety Technology at US Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is rolling out a new surface safety tool at airports across the US. 

KINTO Join Makes Sustainable Commuting Fun with Gamification!

KINTO Join Makes Sustainable Commuting Fun with Gamification!

KINTO Join empowers companies to motivate more employees to adopt sustainable commuting practices through gamification.

Project CAELUS Paves Way for Drone Flights at UK Airports

Project CAELUS Paves Way for Drone Flights at UK Airports

Simulations conducted by Project CAELUS and NATS will help bring remotely piloted drone flights to some of the UK's busiest airports. 

US DOT Celebrates Investments in US Airports

US DOT Celebrates Investments in US Airports

The USDOT has celebrated major investments in airports across the US during the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America Tour.

Skytanking to Deploy Electric Refuelling Truck at Stuttgart Airport

Skytanking to Deploy Electric Refuelling Truck at Stuttgart Airpo...

Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks and Esterer have delivered an electric aircraft refuelling vehicle to Skytanking at Stuttgart Airport (STR).

Innovative, Eco-Friendly Airport Construction and Design

Innovative, Eco-Friendly Airport Construction and Design

TAV Technologies explores the innovative and sustainable approaches shaping the future of airports and airport construction.

Ryanair Achieves Superior Connectivity with Motorola Solutions MOTOTRBO Devices

Ryanair Achieves Superior Connectivity with Motorola Solutions MO...

Ryanair has turned to its longstanding communications partner, Radiocoms Systems Ltd, to assist in its digital transformation.

Autonomous Service Robot Introduced at Munich Airport

Autonomous Service Robot Introduced at Munich Airport

Munich Airport (MUC) has introduced the JEEVES service robot in Terminal 2 to provide snacks and beverages for passengers.

Complex Biometric Travel Ecosystems Require an Experienced Hand

Complex Biometric Travel Ecosystems Require an Experienced Hand

By facilitating a fast and secure experience that allows passengers to use their faces, SITA is enabling the development of biometrics.

British Airways to Enhance Operations at Heathrow Airport

British Airways to Enhance Operations at Heathrow Airport

British Airways has unveiled a 7 billion GBP transformation plan to enhance its operations at London Heathrow Airport and beyond.

KLM Conducts DTC Pilot at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

KLM Conducts DTC Pilot at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has launched a Digital Travel Credential (DTC) pilot project at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).

Aena Partners with UrbanV and Volocopter on Advanced Air Mobility Study

Aena Partners with UrbanV and Volocopter on Advanced Air Mobility...

Aena, UrbanV and Volocopter will study the feasibility of establishing a vertiport at an airport in Aena's network. 

Hydrogen Trials Underway in Wellington

Hydrogen Trials Underway in Wellington

A group of four New Zealand businesses have joined forces to introduce the use of hydrogen in an aviation setting during a new trial in Aotearoa.

The 5 Most Important Aspects of ARFF New Vehicle Inspection

The 5 Most Important Aspects of ARFF New Vehicle Inspection

Oshkosh Airport Products thoroughly inspects every new ARFF vehicle to ensure it have built the best quality product.

Lagardère Travel Retail Enters the Romanian Duty Free Market

Lagardère Travel Retail Enters the Romanian Duty Free Market

Lagardère Travel Retail is pleased to announce the opening of its first Duty Paid stores in Romania.

Digital Twin Competition Launched at Glasgow Airport

Digital Twin Competition Launched at Glasgow Airport

Connected Places Catapult and Glasgow Airport (GLA) have launched a digital twin funding competition valued at up to 70,000 GBP. 

Frequentis to Install Validation System for a Virtual Tower at MUC

Frequentis to Install Validation System for a Virtual Tower at MU...

FREQUENTIS DFS AEROSENSE has been chosen to install a new Validation System for a Virtual Tower at Munich Airport.

Embry-Riddle to Explore Impact of Advanced Air Mobility at MCO

Embry-Riddle to Explore Impact of Advanced Air Mobility at MCO

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will explore the potential impact of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Orlando International Airport (MCO). 

New Renderings Released for JFK’s New Terminal 6

New Renderings Released for JFK’s New Terminal 6

PANYNJ and JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) have provided a first look at the new Terminal 6 being built at JFK Airport.

American Airlines Hytera DMR Tier III Intelligent Radio System

American Airlines Hytera DMR Tier III Intelligent Radio System

Radiocoms Systems Ltd recently installed a Hytera DMR Tier III Digital Trunked System at Heathrow Airport (HAL).

London Gatwick Airport Powers Vehicles with HVO

London Gatwick Airport Powers Vehicles with HVO

London Gatwick has cut the Scope 1 emissions from its diesel-powered vehicles by 90% after swapping to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).

MIA Breaks Ground on New Park 6 Parking Garage

MIA Breaks Ground on New Park 6 Parking Garage

Miami International Airport (MIA) has celebrated the groundbreaking of its new seven-level Park 6 parking garage.

Wisk to Develop Vertiport Infrastructure at Sugar Land Regional Airport

Wisk to Develop Vertiport Infrastructure at Sugar Land Regional A...

Wisk Aero and the City of Sugar Land, Texas have partnered to deploy autonomous air taxi services at the Sugar Land Regional Airport (SGR). 

SITA Celebrates 75 Years of Innovation and Leadership

SITA Celebrates 75 Years of Innovation and Leadership

SITA is celebrating its 75th anniversary, marking seven and a half decades of groundbreaking innovation, unwavering commitment and more.

The New Terminal One at JFK Launches RFP for Electric Ground Service Equipment

The New Terminal One at JFK Launches RFP for Electric Ground Serv...

The New Terminal One at JFK has issued a RFP for the supply and operation of a fleet of electric ground service equipment.

Orlando International Airport to Undergo Refurbishment Projects

Orlando International Airport to Undergo Refurbishment Projects

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) has commenced the process to refurbish interior areas at Terminals A and B of Orlando International Airport.

Air Canada Launches Land-Air Connections between Airports in Ontario

Air Canada Launches Land-Air Connections between Airports in Onta...

Air Canada is launching a project with The Landline Company to connect Hamilton and Region of Waterloo airports with Toronto Pearson.

Menzies Aviation Installs Solar Panels at Prague Airport

Menzies Aviation Installs Solar Panels at Prague Airport

Menzies Aviation has installed almost 900 solar panels at its cargo facility at Prague Airport (PRG) in the Czech Republic. 

Deployable Digital Tower Solutions to Receive a Boost In Singapore

Deployable Digital Tower Solutions to Receive a Boost In Singapor...

Frequentis and ST Engineering have created an MoU to develop deployable digital tower solutions within Singapore and Southeast Asia.

IATA World Cargo Symposium to Focus on Sustainable and Inclusive Growth

IATA World Cargo Symposium to Focus on Sustainable and Inclusive ...

Reliability, sustainability, digitalisation and growth of the air cargo sector will be a key focus at the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2024.

Vienna Airport Commences €420 Million Terminal Expansion

Vienna Airport Commences €420 Million Terminal Expansion

Vienna International Airport (VIE) has commenced construction on its 420 million EUR southern terminal expansion project.

Silicone Expo USA to be Co-Located with the International Elastomer Conference

Silicone Expo USA to be Co-Located with the International Elastom...

The Silicone Expo USA will be running concurrently with the International Elastomer Conference, from 10–12 September 2024.

Frankfurt Airport to Electrify Ground Power Supply

Frankfurt Airport to Electrify Ground Power Supply

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is upgrading its ground power connections and mobile ground power units to rely solely on electric drives.

British Airways Deploys Motorola PTT Solution

British Airways Deploys Motorola PTT Solution

British Airways has deployed Motorola Solutions' Wave Broadband PTT Solution, extending ground-to-air radio communication capabilities.

US: $970 Million in Airport Improvement Grant Funding

US: $970 Million in Airport Improvement Grant Funding

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the award of 970 million USD in funding to help improve 114 airports across the US.

Singapore: Changi Airport Starts Construction on Rooftop Solar System

Singapore: Changi Airport Starts Construction on Rooftop Solar Sy...

Keppel Ltd. and Changi Airport Group have commenced construction on a large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) system at Changi Airport.

From Polaroid to Selfies: How We Fly Now

From Polaroid to Selfies: How We Fly Now

TAV Technologies offers airport technologies tailored to the changing needs of different generations of passengers.

Oakland Airport Completes Taxiway W Rehabilitation Phase 1

Oakland Airport Completes Taxiway W Rehabilitation Phase 1

In California, Oakland International Airport (OAK) has completed phase 1 of its Taxiway W Rehabilitation project.

5 Ways to Optimize ARFF Vehicle Maintenance

5 Ways to Optimize ARFF Vehicle Maintenance

Oshkosh highlights 5 ways to properly maintain your ARFF vehicle to guarantee it’s ready to perform when called to an emergency.

HOK to Design Terminal 3 Expansion at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

HOK to Design Terminal 3 Expansion at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

HOK has been selected to lead the design team for the expansion of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport’s (PHX) Terminal 3. 

Plaza Unveils Exclusive Airport Lounge at JKAI in Nairobi, Kenya

Plaza Unveils Exclusive Airport Lounge at JKAI in Nairobi, Kenya

Plaza Premium Group adds Nairobi to its global lounge network with an exclusive lounge at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

Airlines and Airports Increase IT Spend

Airlines and Airports Increase IT Spend

SITA’s latest Air Transport IT Insights report finds airlines and airports harnessing the power of biometrics, data, and more.

Finavia to Complete Final Phase of Major Runway and Taxiway Renovation at Kuopio Airport

Finavia to Complete Final Phase of Major Runway and Taxiway Renov...

Finavia will complete the final phase of the highly extensive runway and taxiway renovation at Kuopio Airport. No flights been 24 Jun-6 Aug.

Swissport Italy Invests €11 Million in Electric Vehicles

Swissport Italy Invests €11 Million in Electric Vehicles

Swissport has announced it will be investing roughly 11 million EUR into the purchase of a slew of new electric vehicles.

Germany: Construction Begins on New Air Cargo Hall at FRA

Germany: Construction Begins on New Air Cargo Hall at FRA

Construction has begun on a new air cargo freight hall in CargoCity Süd at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

Jewers Doors at MRO Middle East 2024

Jewers Doors at MRO Middle East 2024

Jewers Doors is excited to announce that they will be attending MRO Middle East 2024 from 5-6 March 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

US: Knoxville Airport Commences Parking Garage Expansion Project

US: Knoxville Airport Commences Parking Garage Expansion Project

Knoxville's McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) has commenced work on its Parking Garage Expansion Project, which will construct a new Economy Lot C. 

FAA Pledges $240 Million in Funding Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

FAA Pledges $240 Million in Funding Under Bipartisan Infrastructu...

The FAA has announced it will be awarding 243.7 million USD under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law during the 2024 Fiscal Year.

MoU to Explore Hydrogen Infrastructure at Airports in Sweden and Norway

MoU to Explore Hydrogen Infrastructure at Airports in Sweden and ...

Airbus, Avinor, SAS, Swedavia and Vattenfall have signed a MoU to explore the use of hydrogen infrastructure at airports in Sweden and Norway.

Amadeus to Acquire Vision-Box to Expand Biometrics Solutions

Amadeus to Acquire Vision-Box to Expand Biometrics Solutions

Amadeus has announced its planned acquisition of Vision-Box to expand its portfolio of biometrics solutions for airports. 

US: LAS Airport Introduces Remote Bag Drop

US: LAS Airport Introduces Remote Bag Drop

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has launched a remote bag drop service to enhance the customer experience and operational efficiency.

US: Liberty Defense Announces New Agreement with Safe Skies

US: Liberty Defense Announces New Agreement with Safe Skies

Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. has announced that its new HEXWAVE system is set to undergo a series of testing and evaluation at the Port of Oakland.

Austin Airport Gets Advanced Air Traffic Tower Simulation System

Austin Airport Gets Advanced Air Traffic Tower Simulation System

The FAA has confirmed that Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is the first in the US to get the modernised Tower Simulation System.

Top Five Cloud Myths

Top Five Cloud Myths

Radiocoms Systems Ltd addresses the biggest concerns around cloud based network solutions and explains if there is any truth in them.

Hollywood Burbank Airport Breaks Ground on New Terminal

Hollywood Burbank Airport Breaks Ground on New Terminal

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) has broken ground on its passenger terminal replacement project: Elevate BUR.

The Evolution of the Striker® ARFF in Airport Fire Rescue

The Evolution of the Striker® ARFF in Airport Fire Rescue

Oshkosh walks through the evolution of the Striker® ARFF and the company's journey to excellence in the Airport Fire Rescue industry.

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