Airport Operations Categories
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Airport Management
Advisory and management services covering the day-to-day running and commercial performance of an airport, including airport management contracts, operational oversight and performance improvement. Distinct from the operational data platforms and ground-process systems grouped elsewhere under Airport Operations.
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Airport Operational Data Systems
Platforms that collect and analyse airport-wide operational data to support coordinated decision-making across ground handlers, airlines and airport authorities. This includes airport collaborative decision-making (A-CDM) tools, performance dashboards and reporting systems that track metrics such as turnaround times, gate utilisation and delays, drawing on operational data rather than passenger-facing information.
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Baggage Handling
A directory of suppliers who provide baggage handling, loading and transportation services and solutions such as conveying equipment and technology, and dollies as well as all the latest news about the area.
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Ground Handling IT Systems
A directory of suppliers providing software and digital tools that streamline and optimise ground handling operations. This includes systems for aircraft turnaround management, load control and weight & balance and stand allocation. These solutions improve real-time coordination between staff, equipment and processes on the apron, helping airports and ground handlers increase efficiency, reduce delays and enhance safety.
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Ground Support Equipment
A directory of suppliers who provide ground support equipment such as pushback tractors, de-icing trucks, boarding bridges, refuelling trucks, passenger stairs and more.
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Intermodal Connections | Parking
The suppliers in this section deal with all aspects of intermodal airport facilities, such as public transport connections and airport parking. Suppliers might provide management services, or manufacture equipment such as ticketing facilities.
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Maintenance
All airport maintenance services and operations, for both airside and landside (terminal) areas.
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Terminal Operations Management
A directory of suppliers who provide digital solutions for terminal operations. This section covers areas such as cybersecurity, building control and baggage tracking. You will also find all the latest news about these suppliers and the sector here.
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Terminal Property Management
A directory of airport industry suppliers who provide property management services for airport terminals. You will also find all the latest news about the sector here.
Airport Operations News
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UK: Aurrigo to Introduce Autonomous Vehicles at Teesside International Airport
Aurrigo is set to introduce an autonomous baggage and passenger transport system at Teesside International Airport.
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LAX Opens New Road Connections to Improve Airport Traffic
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has opened two new road connections designed to improve access to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
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Gatwick Airport to Face Delays as Screeners Strike in August
Gatwick Airport (LGW) is preparing for delays as baggage screeners plan to strike over pay later this month (August 2025).
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Civil Aviation Authority Publishes Study on Safe eVTOL Integration
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has released a new study focusing on how future eVTOL aircraft can be safely integrated into UK airspace.
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UK: Heathrow Airport Achieves Seventh Month of Punctuality Success
London's Heathrow Airport (LHR) has achieved its seventh consecutive month as the most punctual hub in Europe.
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What Is a Quiet Airport? How Smart Technology Improves Passenger Experience
AtlasIED explores the Quiet Airport concept and how its GLOBALCOM platform modernises communication with scalable, network-based technology.
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American Airlines Announces Six New Routes to Europe and South America
American Airlines has announced six new routes to both Europe and South America, as well as premium upgrades for services to Tokyo
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Bristow Norway Completes Test Flight with BETA Technologies Aircraft
Bristow Norway AS has completed a flight utilising BETA Technologies’ all-electric ALIA CX300 aircraft at Stavanger Airport.
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Queen Beatrix International Airport Achieves LEED Gold Certification
NACO’s design services helped Queen Beatrix International Airport become the first Caribbean terminal to achieve LEED Gold Certification.
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FAA Updates Hiring Plan for Air Traffic Controllers & Aviation Safety Personnel
The FAA has released updated plans on how it intends to hire, train and develop new air traffic controllers and aviation safety personnel.
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ACI Report Finds Increase of +4.5% in Passenger Traffic Across Europe
ACI EUROPE has released its air traffic report for June, the second quarter (Q2) and the first half (H1) of 2025.
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AtlasIED Announces Integration Partnership with Sittig Technologies’ PAXGuide Platform
AtlasIED is partnering with Sittig Technologies to integrate its PAXGuide platform with AtlasIED’s GLOBALCOM systems.
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Bye Aerospace and Electro.Aero Collaborate on Infrastructure for Electric Aircraft
Bye Aerospace and Electro.Aero have signed a MoU to jointly develop portable fast-charging solutions for electric aircraft.
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Menzies Aviation Secures Ground Handling Service License for MIA
Menzies Aviation has secured a new license to provide ground handling services at Miami International Airport (MIA).
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IATA Releases 2024 WATS Report
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) report.
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Kansas City International Airport Expands ARFF Capabilities with New Oshkosh Airport Products
Oshkosh has delivered 3 advanced Striker Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting vehicles to Kansas City International Airport.
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Luchtvaart Nieuws: Aviation Pioneers Shape Their World Far Into the Future
NACO explores how it has contributed to global airport design and played a key role in Poland’s CPK project.
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EU Lifts 100ml Restriction on Carriage of Liquids
The European Union has officially eliminated the 100ml restriction on the carriage of Liquids, Aerosols and Gels in cabin bags.
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UK Government Awards Funding for Autonomous Airport Technologies
An Aurrigo-led project has been awarded government funding to trial autonomous baggage handling and passenger shuttle systems.
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LAWA Publishes List of LAX Fly Quieter Airlines
LAWA has published a list of airlines that have been recognised at Los Angeles International Airport as part of the LAX Fly Quieter Program.
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Schiphol Airport Installs New Baggage Lifting Aids
Schiphol Airport has installed a series of new baggage lifting aids at all of its 385 workstations to reduce employee fatigue.
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Chișinău International Airport Selects atg airports for Advanced AGL Control and Monitoring System
Chișinău International Airport has chosen atg airports to enhance safety and monitoring with a new AGL control system.
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Edinburgh Airport Lifts 100ml Liquids Rule
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) has lifted its 100ml liquids rule following the installation of new security x-ray technology.
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17 Companies to Receive Share of £63 Million to Boost UK SAF Production
17 UK companies will benefit from a share of £63 million to accelerate the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).