Monthly Archives: October 2016

London City named best regional airport in the world

London City Airport has been named the best airport of its kind in the world, picking up the Regional Airport of the Year award at the CAPA World Aviation Summit in Amsterdam last night [27 October]. Organisers said the award was given to the regional airport that has been the biggest standout strategically, has established […]

Copenhagen Airport to expand Terminal 3

Passengers and airlines need more space and better conditions at the airport’s busy Terminal 3. With this in mind, a major expansion is being planned, incorporating a shortcut from the metro to the security check that will give two million passengers an easier passage through the airport. More than 20 million people pass through the […]

Sheremetyevo International Airport demonstrate strategic facilities for FIFA World Cup-2018

By 2018, sports teams, officials, fans and Sheremetyevo International Airport passengers will be able to depart from the new terminal, to move between the terminals directly under the airfield, and the airlines will have ample opportunities thanks to the new cargo and refueling complexes. Sheremetyevo International Airport held a large-scale presentation and a press tour with the participation of Director General of “MASH” JSC […]

Heathrow statement on Government announcement

A Heathrow spokesperson said: “We welcome the news that Heathrow is the Government’s preferred site for a new runway and look forward to hearing the full details later from the Transport Secretary. “Expansion of Heathrow is the only option that will connect all the UK to global growth, helping to build a stronger and fairer […]

Emirates completes business lounge refurbishment at Dubai International Airport

Emirates has completed a major makeover of its Business Class lounge at Concourse B of Dubai International Airport. The US$11 million refurbishment project took two years to complete and is part of the airline’s continuous investment to improve and upgrade its products for a seamless and enjoyable travel experience. Emirates’ premium customers can now look […]

Enhanced Facilities For Passengers In New Seletar Airport Terminal

Plans for enhanced facilities for passengers travelling through Seletar Airport were unveiled today at the groundbreaking ceremony for the airport’s new terminal building. The event was witnessed by Mr Khaw Boon Wan, Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Minister for Transport. The construction of the new terminal is the next stage of the renewal of Seletar […]

London City Airport appoints former I.T. guru as Chief Operating Officer

London City Airport has announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer, following the departure of Darren Grover. Alison FitzGerald, who joined the airport in 2014 as Chief Information Officer, has been appointed internally as Grover’s successor and takes on responsibility for all operational areas of the business across the terminal and airfield. She […]

Copenhagen embraces Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM)

Copenhagen Airport has become the latest gateway to install new Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) technology, its solutions being provided by Amadeus. The move will provide the airport, its airline customers, ground handlers and air traffic controllers with accurate and synched information on aircraft departures. Christian Poulsen, CIO and vice president for assets and technology […]