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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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.
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Passenger Terminal Expo; 4 Reasons You Can’t Miss It
Join SITA at Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 in Madrid, from April 8–10, to explore the latest in airport technology at booth #1202.
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Siemens Logistics Showcases SmartService 360 Baggage Handling at Paris CDG
Siemens Logistics has highlighted the benefits of its SmartService 360 baggage handling system at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
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SIMPPLE Awarded Follow-Up Contract at Singapore Changi Airport
SIMPPLE Ltd. has announced it has been awarded a follow-up contract for the supply of autonomous cleaning robots for Singapore Changi Airpor…
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BAGTAG and Ink Innovation to Integrate Digital Bag Tags into Airline Check-In Systems
Ink Innovation and BAGTAG have announced a partnership to integrate digital bag tag technology into the Ink passenger handling ecosystem.
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AtlasIED Makes Its Return to the Passenger Terminal Expo Alongside NanoLumens, Omnivex, and Sittig
On 8–10 April 2025 in Madrid, AtlasIED will be showcasing its commercial communication technologies at Passenger Terminal Expo.
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$160 Million Plan to Improve Bus Service to LaGuardia Airport
PANYNJ and MTA have announced a 160 million USD plan to enhance the Q70 LaGuardia Link bus service to the airport.
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US: SFO Remote Bag Check Processes Over 15,000 Bags Since Launch
San Francisco International Airport has announced that its free Remote Bag Check service has processed more than 15,000 bags since launch.
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Revolutionising Airport Tech: Trends That Will Shape the Next Terminals
SITA discusses innovations that will shape the future of aviation, improving efficiency, security, and the passenger experience.
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Farnborough Airport Partners with Hydrogen Refinery for SAF Deal
Farnborough Airport has announced a new deal with Hydrogen Refinery to provide 12.5 million litres of SAF per annum.
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New EV Charging Station Open at JFK Airport
The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, alongside Revel, has officially opened a new electric vehicle charging station at JFK Airport.
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Revealed: Airlines Most Likely to Lose Luggage in the UK
A new study conducted by Ink Digital has revealed the top ten airlines most likely to misplace passenger luggage in the UK.
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Waymo Robotaxis Gain Access to San Francisco International Airport
Waymo has received approval from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to conduct mapping operations under a temporary access agreement.
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Alstef to Install BHS Upgrades at Juan Santamaría International Airport
Alstef has been chosen to design and implement a new baggage handling system (BHS) upgrade for Juan Santamaría International Airport.
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Construction Set to Begin on Brussels Airport Tram Connection
Construction on the long-awaited tram connection to Brussels Airport (BRU) is set to begin by the end of 2025.
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Overwhelming Community Support for Luton Airport Expansion Plans
A recent poll conducted by Focaldata has shown overwhelming community support for London Luton Airport's expansion proposal.
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easyJet Completes Successful Trial of APU-ZERO Project at MXP
easyJet has announced the successful trial of its APU-ZERO Project following a pilot at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) in September.
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Canada Explores Private Investment in National Airports
The Government of Canada has issued a policy statement to encourage private investment in National Airports System (NAS) airports.
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Mallaghan Launches First Electric Catering Truck in North America
Leading global GSE manufacturer Mallaghan has launched North America’s first ever fully electric refrigerated catering truck for aviation.
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Lagardère Travel Retail Wins Tender to Operate Retail and Dining at Belfast International Airport
Lagardère Travel Retail has won a contract to operate retail and new Food & Beverage spaces at Belfast International Airport.
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Birmingham Airport Unveils Two New Passenger Screening Lanes
Birmingham Airport has announced the addition of two new passenger screening lanes in anticipation of its busiest year to date.