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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Honda & Miami-Dade Aviation Department Unveil New AWVs
Partners at Honda and the Miami-Dade Aviation Department have unveiled a set of newly-developed AWV and AWM prototypes.
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US: FAA Announces 'Supercharged' Hiring Window for Air Traffic Controllers
US Transportation Secretary, Sean P. Duffy, has announced a plan to increase the hiring of new air traffic controllers.
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Esavian Doors Secure Domus III Hangar at Farnborough Airport
Jewers Doors supplied, installed and tested four sets of Esavian doors for the Domus III Hangar at Farnborough Airport.
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Schiphol Begins Autonomous Baggage Vehicle Testing
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has begun trialling a new, fully-electric, self-driving baggage vehicle.
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US: PANYNJ Appoints Sarah K. McKeon as New Director of Aviation
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has announced the appointment of Sarah K. McKeon as its new Director of Aviation.
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Qatar: Autonomous Vehicle Trials Begin at Hamad International Airport
Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) is trialling autonomous airside vehicles at Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha, Qatar.
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Australia: Alstef Shares Update on ADL BHS Upgrade
Alstef has announced a tentative completion window for a major, multi-phase baggage handling system (BHS) upgrade at Adelaide Airport.
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UK: Ryanair Calls for Resignation of NATS CEO
Ryanair has called for the resignation of NATS CEO, Martin Rolfe, following delays at London Stansted Airport.
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Autonomous Software Enables GSE Services in Heavy Rain
Aurrigo has introduced new software designed to enhance the performance of its airside autonomous vehicles in extreme wet weather conditions…
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UrbanV and PAX Aeroportos to Establish Vertiport Testbed
UrbanV and PAX Aeroportos have announced their selection by the ANAC to establish a new regulatory vertiport sandbox in São Paulo.
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Cathay Pacific and SITA Announce Agreement to Expand Network Connectivity Across 51 Global Airports
SITA and Cathay Pacific have announced an agreement to increase network connectivity at 51 airports with the SITA Connect Go service.
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US: New Orleans Prepares for Super Bowl LIX
The Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY) has begun preparations for increased travellers over this coming Super Bowl weekend.
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Lagardère Germany Wins Tender for the New Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport
Lagardère Travel Retail Germany will be one of the two foodservice operators in the new Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport.
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5 Ways to Prepare Your Striker® ARFF for the Winter Months
Oshkosh determines the key check points for ensuring that your Striker ARFF is operation-ready during the cold winter months.
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US: PANYNJ Announces Record-Breaking 2024 for Air Travel
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersehas announced a record-breaking year for passenger numbers at the agency's commercial airports.
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US: FAA Enforces Restriction Zone Over DCA
The FAA has announced air traffic restrictions within the area over the Potomac River around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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Delta to Offer Direct Flights from LAX to MEL
Melbourne Airport (MEL) has announced a new service direct from Los Angeles (LAX), with flights set to launch later this year.
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VINCI Airports Prepares to Launch SAF at Budapest Airport
Budapest Airport (BUD) is preparing to begin utilising sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) following successful passing of the audit criteria.
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Leidos Awarded TSA Logistics Contract
Leidos has been awarded a contract for the maintenance of 12,000 units of Transportation Security Equipment (TSE).
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Revolutionizing Airline Distribution and Airport Efficiency
The New Distribution Capability is designed to modernise the exchange of information between airlines, airports and technology providers.
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London City Airport Seeks Approval for Airbus A320neo Operations
London City Airport (LCY) has submitted an application to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to enable the operation of the Airbus A320neo.
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The Largest MRO and Interiors Event in the Region!
Jewers Doors has announced its participation in MRO Middle East, which will take place on 10–11 February 2025 in Dubai.
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JFK's New Terminal One and TCR to Provide Centralised Fleet of Electric GSE
The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport and TCR will introduce a centralised fleet of electric ground support equipment.
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Swissport Secures Ground Handling Contract at London Heathrow
From April 2025, Swissport International will provide ground handling services for Lufthansa Group airlines at London Heathrow Airport.