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: HADeS Funding Announced for Airport Security Technology Development
Connected Places Catapult has announced the opening of applications for the High Assurance Detection Systems (HADeS) 2026 programme.
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SFO Unveils First Environmental, Social & Governance Report
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has announced the release of its first-ever Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Report.
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LaGuardia Airport's New Terminal B to Receive 164 eGSE Charging Ports
The PANYNJ and LGP have announced a new initiative to install eGSE charging infrastructure across LaGuardia Airport's new Terminal B.
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RTX to Invest $26.5 Million in Largo Production Facility
RTX has announced a major investment of $26.5 million destined for its production facility in Largo, Florida.
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US: DFW Celebrates Opening of New East ARFF Station
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has celebrated the opening of its new East Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Station.
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Veovo to Acquire Dubai Technology Partners
Veovo has announced that it has entered an agreement to acquire Dubai Technology Partners, a Dubai based technology and services provider.
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SITA Research Finds Aviation’s Record Technology Investment Hinges on One Thing: Data Coordination
SITA's 2025 Air Transport IT Insights report reveals that a record $50.8bn technology investment is being held back by poor data coordinatio…
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Frequentis Modernises Military Communication Systems for the Austrian Armed Forces
Austria's Federal Ministry of Defence awards Frequentis a contract to modernise military air traffic radio systems for the next 15 years.
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Leonardo to Replace Baggage Handling System at Hamburg Airport
Leonardo has been awarded a new contract for the refurbishment and expansion of Hamburg Airport's baggage handling system (BHS).
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Teesside Airport to Host Feasibility Study for Autonomous Freight Vehicles
A new study carried out by Cenex and the iC4DTI will look to explore the future of driverless autonomous freight at Teesside Airport.
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UK Government Sets Out Plans to Reduce Flight Disruption This Summer
The UK Government has set out new plans to tackle the likelihood of last-minute flight cancellations this summer.
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For The First Time In Seven Years, a Commercial US Flight Has Departed for Venezuela
Representatives have come together for a ribbon cutting celebrating the first commercial flight from the US to Venezuela in seven years.
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Rotterdam The Hague Airport Trials Hydrogen-Electric Pickup Truck
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) has celebrated the completion of a recent trial utilising a new hydrogen-electric pickup truck from Toyota…
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YDA Dalaman Airport Enhances Operations with a Real-Time Platform to Support Reliable Travel to Türkiye
Integrated SITA systems give airport teams greater visibility and coordination across flights, gates, check-in and baggage.
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UK: First Large Jet Lands at Doncaster Airport Since Closure in 2022
The first large jet has arrived at Doncaster Airport since its closure in 2022, marking a key milestone in a project to restart operations.
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US: PANYNJ & Joby Complete First eVTOL Aircraft Demonstration Flights
The PANYNJ and Joby have completed the first point-to-point eVTOL demonstration flights at Port Authority airports.
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Frankfurt Airport Welcomes First Flight into Terminal 3 Building
Frankfurt Airport has officially welcomed the first flight into its brand-new Terminal 3 building as it opens for full operation.
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Australia: dnata to Invest $32 Million in New Cargo Terminal Operation at WSI
dnata will invest roughly $32 million to establish a dedicated cargo terminal operation at Western Sydney International Airport.
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Aeropuertos Mexicanos and Amadeus Strengthen Relationship to Implement the ACUS System at Saltillo International Airport
Aeropuertos Mexicanos and Amadeus agree to implement the ACUS Airport Cloud Use Service system at Saltillo International Airport.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Belt Conveyor Systems: Types & Functions
Explore the main types of belt conveyor systems used in airports and industry, how they work, and how to choose the right solution for your …
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New TPE Timetable to Include All Night Services to Manchester Airport
TransPennine Express has announced the addition of a slew of all night services to and from Manchester Airport.
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Romania: Construction Work to Begin on Bus Station at Henri Coandă Airport
The Bucharest National Airports Company has officially begun work on the implementation of a new bus station at Henri Coandă Airport.
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Smiths Detection Achieves Certification for AI-Driven Baggage Screening Solution
Smiths Detection has announced that it has secured ECAC (European Civil Aviation Conference) certification for its iCMORE APIDS.
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VDL Works. Now We Need to Act on That Evidence
"Very High Frequency DataLink is not yesterday's technology" is the message the Head of ATC SITA, wants the ANSP community to hear.