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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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Menzies Aviation Expands Australian Presence with Qantas
Menzies Aviation announces contract wins for its ground services business with Qantas Airways, at Perth, Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin.
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All-Electric Aircraft Pushback Tug in Operation at Munich
The "PHOENIX" E electric pushback tug operating at Munich Airport enables can handle aircraft of up to 352t and can reach speeds of 32 km/h.
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Finavia to Repave Runway at Mariehamn Airport
Airport operator Finavia is investing €5m in the renovation of the Mariehamn Airport runway. The project will last a total of three months.
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ICAA Awards Ground Services Operating License to MASIL
The ICAA has awarded the exclusive contract for the delivery of a full suite of ground handling, cargo and fuelling services at BGW to MASIL…
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YLW Launches New Contactless Parking Experience
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is introducing an app-based contactless payment option for airport parking.
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dnata Inaugurates Cargo Complex at Manchester Airport
Representing an investment of over GBP 30 million, the facility allows dnata to significantly expand its operations at Manchester Airport.
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Oshkosh Introduces Upgraded Features on Striker ARFF Vehicle
While retaining its remarkable legacy features, the new Oshkosh Striker ARFF vehicle maximizes innovation in the runway response industry.
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SFO Continues to Accelerate Runway Improvement Projects
SFO has announced plans to close Runway 28R for a period of four months to complete improvements originally scheduled to occur in 2022.
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New Logistics Center Goes into Operation at Munich Airport
Around a year and a half after construction began, the new high-tech logistics center at Munich Airport went into operation today.
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Air France-KLM Group Awards Swissport with Contract in Saudi Arabia
Swissport will serve Air France-KLM in Saudi Arabia until 2025, expanding existing cooperation to all flights of all airlines of the group.
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Fraport AG Receives CEIV Pharma Recertification
Fraport AG's “CEIV Pharma” certification has been renewed for exemplary handling of time-critical and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
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Armidale Airport Apron Expansion Reaches Next Stage of Works
Once complete, the Airport Apron Expansion will give Armidale the capacity to receive more than double the flights it currently takes.
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Finavia Starts Renovation of Terminal 2 at Helsinki Airport
The terminal renovation work covers approximately 35,000 square metres, and is part of the Helsinki Airport development programme.
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Phoenix Fire Department at Sky Harbor Adds Oshkosh Striker 8x8 to Fleet
The Phoenix Fire Department’s new Striker 8x8 ARFF vehicle from Oshkosh is fully prepared with firefighting agent capacity.
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Ostend-Bruges Airport Cargo Results More Than Doubled in 2020
Ostend Airport ends 2020 with excellent cargo results. The traded volume increased by 112.7% last year to 52,659 tonnes.
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Schiphol's Polderbaan Runway Closed for 13 Weeks for Maintenance
Major maintenance is being carried out on the Polderbaan Runway at Schiphol Airport, with an area of 600,000 square metres being renovated.
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Refurbishment and Upgrade of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
The JKIA upgrade of the departure halls will improve the check-in, security screening, retail operations and passenger lounge experience.
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BLR Airport’s South Runway Upgraded to CAT IIIB
The upgraded South Runway at BLR can now facilitate landing with a Runway Visual Range as low as 50 meters and take-offs at 125 metres.
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Swissport Wins Contract with Airlines of the Lufthansa Group
Swissport has been awarded a seven year contract by the Lufthansa Group, securing significant business volumes at Switzerland’s airports.
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daa Seeks Amendments to Dublin's North Runway Mode of Operation
Under the planning application lodged today, daa is proposing the introduction of a noise quota system at night for Dublin's North Runway.
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London City Celebrates Completion of Key Airfield Infrastructure Projects
London City has improved its airfield infrastructure with the construction of a full-length parallel taxiway and eight new stands.
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Newcastle Airport on Track for Net Zero 2035 with UK Airport First
Newcastle has become the first airport in the UK to operate a fully electric, zero emission airside bus with hopes of Net Zero by 2035.
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Malta Launches Apron X Investment with a Call for Tenders
Malta's multi-million investment – Apron X – calls for tenders for the development of a new aircraft parking area and supporting facilities.
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WFS Deploys Descartes’ Bluetooth Tracking Technology
WFS, the world’s largest air cargo handler, will offer enhanced real-time shipment tracking with Bluetooth readers from Descartes.