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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Construction Begins on Long Beach Airport's Primary Taxiway
On 5th January, construction began on a major safety project at Long Beach Airport to improve the airfield for departing commercial aircraft…
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PHL's Biannual Rubber Removal Program Helps Keep Runways Safe
Every fall and spring, PHL's Pavement and Grounds team undertakes a project to remove rubber deposits and buildup from the runway surfaces.
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Swissport Handles Hawaiian Airlines in Australia
Swissport and Hawaiian Airlines have signed a ground services contract for the airline’s operations at the Sydney and Brisbane airports.
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NACO and BagsID Network Partner to Form Green Baggage Alliance
The Green Baggage Alliance will focus on raising awareness around, and reducing, the environmental impact of baggage throughout its journey.
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Major Contracts Announced for Western Sydney International Airport
Aerowest Joint Venture and DXC Technology have attained major contracts at Western Sydney International Airport.
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Isle of Man Government Receives Three Oshkosh Striker 6x6 ARFF Vehicles
The new Oshkosh Strikers were delivered in early December, 2021, and support operations at the Isle of Man Airport (IOM).
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FedEx Express Expands Air Cargo Hub at Miami International Airport
FedEx's $72.2 million expansion of its air cargo hub at MIA increases the facility's capacity and capabilities.
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Palermo Airport Accelerates Emission Reduction with SITA Technology
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Gerry’s Dnata Wins Global Award for Best-In-Class Services in Pakistan
Gerry’s dnata has received the ‘Best Station’ accolade at the 2021 Pride of Ground Handling Awards for services at its Islamabad hub.
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Hactl Wins Sustainability Accolade at Pride of Ground Handling Awards
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has scooped the Sustainability Award, at the Pride of Ground Handling Awards.
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LAX Elevates Its Smart Parking Experiences with Terminal 1 Valet Services
Guests at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) now have the option to valet park their vehicle in the garage across from Terminal 1.
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Denver International Airport Opens Largest Self-Bag Drop Installation in the US
DEN has installed 86 new self-bag drop systems developed by Materna IPS as part of the airport's newly renovated Level 6.
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World’s Largest Aelia Duty Free Store Opens in Rome
Lagardère Travel Retail and Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) have announced the opening of the largest store of the world-renowned Aelia Duty free br…
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Decarbonising Airports – What Can Be Done?
An exploration of some of the direct and indirect ways airports can decarbonise their operations to reduce their carbon footprint.
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PHL Launches Wait Time Monitoring System for Security Checkpoints
PHL has launched the first phase of its Queue Management System to provide passengers with real-time updates at security checkpoints.
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Lagardère Travel Retail Pacific and AWPL Join Forces
Lagardère Travel Retail Pacific and Australian travel retailer AWPL plan to form a Joint Venture to maximise recovery in the Pacific.
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Menzies Secures Easyjet Contract Renewals at 21 European Airports
Menzies Aviation has secured an extension to its long-standing ground services partnership with easyJet at 21 airports across Europe.
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dnata Expands into Africa; Announces Major Investment in Zanzibar's ZNZ
dnata will oversee the operations of Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International Airport’s (ZNZ) newly-built international terminal (T3).
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Aeroporti di Roma Inaugurates New Airport Operations Center
The new APOC - AirPort Operations Center, at Fiumicino Leonardo Da Vinci Airport (FCO) is now operational.
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SITA's WorldTracer Celebrates 30 Years of Repatriating Mishandled Baggage
This year, SITA celebrates the 30th anniversary of WorldTracer, an indispensable tool in helping passengers trace their mishandled bags.
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San Diego Flyer Electric Bus Service Launches
San Diego International Airport has launched the San Diego Flyer, a free electric shuttle bus between SAN and Old Town Transit Center.
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Construction Works Begin on New DHL Distribution Centre at Vilnius Airport
On 17 November, the ‘go-ahead’ for the start of construction works for a new DHL distribution centre at Vilnius Airport was given.
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BLR Airport Commissions Rosenbauer Firefighting Simulator
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has become the first Airport in South Asia to commission a Rosenbauer Tactical Simulator.
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Genetec Announces New Airport Badging Solution for Security Center
To help airports of all sizes automate and simplify credentialing, Genetec has announced its new Genetec™ Security Center Airport Badging S…