Airport Operations Categories
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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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Data Management
This section includes all data-based aspects of airport operations. For example, passenger counting, operations scheduling and security aspects such as CCTV and surveillance systems.
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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.
Airport Operations News
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New Recovery Dolly to Speed Up Removal of Disabled Aircraft
AMS Aircraft Recovery has announced the launch of its new Disabled Aircraft Recovery Dolly.
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KLM Celebrates Inaugural Service Between SAN and AMS
KLM has celebrated its first non-stop flight between San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Schiphol International Airport (AMS).
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US: ATL Introduces New Innovia 300R Vehicles to APM System
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has introduced a series of Innovia 300R vehicles to its Automated People Mover (APM) system…
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MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport Takes Delivery of Two Oshkosh Airport Products Striker 6x6 ARFF Vehicles
Oshkosh has delivered two Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicles to MET Airport, boosting its emergency response readiness.
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London Gatwick Issues Response on Northern Runway Consent Consideration
London Gatwick has issued a response to a recent statement made in a letter published by Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander.
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Exeter Airport Completes Trial of Hydrogen Powered Ground Operations
Exeter Airport has completed a trial showcasing the use of hydrogen as a means to support the decarbonisation of airport ground operations.
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LAX Metro Transit Center to Open on 6 June
The new LAX Metro Transit Center, designed to improve access to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), will open on 6 June.
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NATS Renews Contract with Bristol Airport
NATS has signed a new contract with Bristol Airport, securing a further 10 years of collaboration through to 2036.
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Edinburgh Airport Completes Installation of New Security Scanning Technology
Passengers passing through Edinburgh Airport can now keep liquids & large devices in their bags thanks to a suite of new security scanners.
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Malaysia Airlines Signs MoU with Melbourne Airport, Adds Third Daily Service to Victoria
Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) and Melbourne Airport (MelAir) have announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding.
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MASkargo, Qatar Airways Cargo & IAG Cargo to Launch New Cargo Business
MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo), Qatar Airways Cargo and IAG Cargo have stated an intention to launch a new Global Cargo Joint Business.
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New Cargo Handling Centre Begins Operation at JFK
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has celebrated the opening of a brand-new cargo handling centre at JFK.
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Heathrow Airport Publishes Q1 Statistics
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has published a series of statistics & statements pertaining to performance during the first quarter of 2025.
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DFW Introduces Simulation Technology for Firefighting and Airside Operations
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has partnered with ThoroughTec Simulation to enhance its training capabilities for ARFF.
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Lagardère Travel Retail Redefines Retail at Belfast International Airport
Lagardère Travel Retail is set to transform retail space at Belfast International Airport, including a bold new dining concept.
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Jewers Doors to Exhibit at the Airport Show 2025
Jewers Doors will be exhibiting at the Airport Show, due to take place next month on 6–8 May 2025 in Dubai, UAE.
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US: New Emission Reduction Initiatives to Begin at VNY
The LA BOAC has announced two new emission reduction initiatives aimed at cementing VNY as a leader in airport sustainability.
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Planned Air Taxi Network to Serve New York's Major Airports
Archer Aviation has announced plans to establish an electric air taxi network in New York City through a partnership with United Airlines.
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American Airlines to Launch Free Inflight Wi-Fi
American Airlines has announced plans to offer complimentary inflight Wi-Fi to AAdvantage members from January 2026, sponsored by AT&T.
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Menzies Aviation to Expand US Operations with G2 Acquisition
In a transaction valued at 305 million USD, Menzies Aviation has signed an agreement to acquire G2, a US-based aviation services provider.
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Autonomous Airport Buses Showcased at Passenger Terminal Expo 2025
Fusion Processing has partnered with Construct Invest to deploy fully autonomous electric buses for airport passenger transport.
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Aurrigo and Aviation Solutions to Deploy Autonomous Baggage Vehicles
Aurrigo International and Aviation Solutions have confirmed plans to roll out self-driving baggage handling technology to airports globally.
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London Gatwick and Veovo Partner on Integrated Airport Control System
London Gatwick Airport has partnered with Veovo to develop a new Integrated Airport Control (IAC) System for operational decision-making.
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Leeds Bradford Airport Electrifies Airside Fleet
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has advanced its decarbonisation strategy by fully electrifying its engineering department’s vehicle fleet.