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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Fraport Licenses New Kühne+Nagel Air Cargo Warehouse
Plans have been announced for the construction of a new air cargo warehouse for Kühne+Nagel at Frankfurt Airport.
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GAO Releases Review on Public Transit Availability Across United States Airports
The GAO has released a new report which reviews public transit availability, use and strategies from airports across the United States.
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Denver International Airport Hits Passenger Traffic High in 2025
Denver International Airport has announced a new passenger traffic record, with the airport having served 82,427,962 passengers during 2025.
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Fraport Deploys AI Item Detection Systems at Frankfurt Airport
Fraport AG has partnered with the German Federal Police to deploy new automatic prohibited item detection systems at Frankfurt Airport.
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Qmatic Signs eTermin as New Solution Partner to Expand Presence in the German Market
Qmatic partners with eTermin to expand advanced queue and customer journey management solutions across Germany.
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SFO Opens New Airport Nerve Centre
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has celebrated the opening of its new nerve centre – the Airport Integrated Operations Center.
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Designing Airports for the Ears, Not Just the Eyes
AtlasIED's Justin Young explores how advanced PA systems are critical to safety and passenger experience in modern airports.
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Changi Airport Deploys Autonomous Tractors for Airside Automation
Singapore's Changi Airport has begun operating fully driverless autonomous tractors to support baggage transport on its airside.
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REM Completes Test Run on Line to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) has operated for the first time on the new airport branch to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport.
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Helsinki Airport Trials Hydrogen-Powered Winter Maintenance Programme
A new trial at Helsinki Airport seeks to test the use of hydrogen as an energy source for winter maintenance.
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Manchester Airports Group Handles 66 Million Passengers in 2025
The Manchester Airports Group has celebrated the highest 12-month passenger total in its history with 66 million passengers flying in 2025.
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CLEAR Launches Biometric eGates at OAK
CLEAR has launched new biometric 'eGates' at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) which aim to expedite passenger movement.
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MAG Supports Plans for High-Speed Rail Link at Manchester Airport
A new station will be delivered at Manchester Airport as part of the Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) programme.
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Schiphol Airport Handles 68.8 Million Passengers in 2025
Schiphol Airport has announced that 68.8 million travellers either flew to, from or via the airport during 2025.
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PANYNJ Begins Guideway Construction on AirTrain Newark Replacement
PANYNJ has begun the next phase of its 3.5 billion USD AirTrain Newark replacement project, constructing the guideway and track.
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Mallaghan SkyBelt Wins Product of the Year
Mallaghan’s SkyBelt wins GSW’s 'Product of the Year' award, highlighting their innovation and impact on airport ground support operations.
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Finavia to Launch Helsinki to Dubai Service
Finavia has announced the launch of an all-new direct route from Helsinki to Dubai starting on 1 October 2026.
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Flix to Expand Airport-Transfer Services with Flibco Acquisition
Flix has announced the acquisition of a majority share of Flibco, a European airport transfer-platform operating out of Luxembourg.
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London Heathrow Airport Records Busiest Year in History
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has announced a record-breaking 2025 as passenger numbers surpassed 84 million for the very-first time.
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AI in Aviation: The Future We Imagine, and the Reality We Shape
SITA explores how purpose-driven AI is transforming airport operations, baggage management, and passenger experience.
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Hawaiian Airlines to Invest $600 Million to Enhance Travel Experience
Hawaiian Airlines has announced a new $600 million investment plan aimed at enhancing the experience for travelling guests.
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American Airlines to Invest Millions Into Improvements at DFW
American Airlines has announced it will fundamentally change the way it does business at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
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SITA shows how integration of Apple’s Find My Share Item Location strengthens baggage operations
Using an Apple AirTag or a Find My network accessory can securely share a bag’s location with airlines through SITA WorldTracer®.
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Schiphol Airport Processes 5.2 Million Passengers in November
Schiphol Airport has announced the processing of 5.2 million passengers throughout the month of November.