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WFS expands global Emirates partnership with new cargo handling contract at Frankfurt Airport

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has been awarded a new five-year cargo handling contract with the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo at Frankfurt Airport. This strategic win strengthens SATS’ and WFS’ long-standing partnership with Emirates, with the group now providing specialised gateway services at 21 stations across the airline’s […]

The busiest airports in the world defy global uncertainty and hold top rankings

Airports Council International (ACI) World today offers an exclusive first look at the 2024 rankings of the world’s busiest airports, showcasing their resilience in navigating global uncertainty. Despite geopolitical and economic challenges, these airports have successfully held their top rankings, positioning themselves for continued growth. ACI World Director General Justin Erbacci said, “Amid global challenges, […]

SSP and Popeyes® UK launch strategic partnership with first restaurant at Birmingham Airport

Pipeline of travel hub locations to kick-off in early summer 2025 SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations, and Popeyes UK®, the UK’s fastest-growing quick-service restaurant brand, have announced the launch of an exciting strategic partnership to open a pipeline of Popeyes® restaurants across UK travel hubs, starting at […]

WAISL’s AeroWise: a Digital Twin-Powered Integrated Airport Predictive Operations Centre

WAISL is delighted to announce the unveiling of its AeroWise, a digital twin-powered integrated airport predictive operations centre (APOC) at the 2025 Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE), the world’s leading global aviation event. WAISL’s AeroWise is already live at Hyderabad International Airport, showcasing real-world implementation of next-gen airport operations and firmly establishing itself as a leader in […]

Aurrigo and Aviation Solutions join forces to commercialise autonomous baggage handling at airports

Aurrigo’s Auto-DollyTug at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.   Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of transport technology solutions, is pleased to announce that its Auto-Dolly Tug® and Auto-Sim® solutions have been formally approved for recommendation to Aviation Solutions B. V. (Aviation Solutions) network of 60+ airports. Aviation Solutions focuses on commercialising innovative technologies that have […]

Poland’s CPK Airport to meet high standards of sustainable construction

Poland’s Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK), a new transport hub currently under development, has announced a tender for advisory and certification process management services to ensure its airport facilities and infrastructure meet international sustainability standards. By doing so, the company continues to implement best practices that are now a global standard, conducting its projects in line […]

Airports save one million tonnes of CO2 under Airport Carbon Accreditation

Airports Council International has released the annual results on carbon performance and participation trends for its global carbon management standard for airports, Airport Carbon Accreditation. The newly released report spans the period from May 2023 through May 2024, with headline results including: Accredited airports collectively reduced over 1 million tonnes of CO2: ‑1,037,292 CO2e (‑14.8%); […]

Setting new standards in airport digitalization and automation: Siemens Logistics at PTE 2025

PTE 2025: April 8 – 10, IFEMA Madrid, Spain, Hall 9, Booth 9610 World premiere of the latest digital and automated innovations Future-oriented technologies for efficient, resource-saving processes At this year’s Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE), Siemens Logistics is presenting its latest technologies for efficient baggage handling processes. The focus is on flexible automation solutions, intelligent […]

WFS resumes cargo handling partnership with Malaysia Airlines’ cargo arm, MASkargo in France as Paris returns to airline’s network

Malaysia Airlines’ cargo arm, MASkargo has resumed its cargo handling partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, in Paris to support the airline’s new daily flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.    The two companies previously partnered in the French capital until Malaysia Airlines withdrew from the route in January 2016. Returning this […]

SITA Acquires CCM To Bring To Life the Airports Of The Future By Integrating Travel Tech With High-End Design

Move strengthens SITA’s offering, integrating processes, tech and design under one end-to-end solution to better advise customers and deliver smarter, more efficient and better airports with smoother passenger experiences. SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, today announced it has closed an acquisition of the Italian, Milan-based CCM, a world-renowned expert and leader in […]