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Cardiff Airport unveils its Environmental Flight Path

The national airport for Wales has unveiled a timeline of immediate and short term environmental goals. These milestones will be delivered in line with the organisation’s vision to become a ‘Carbon neutral Airport’ and is a key consideration for the Airport’s Masterplan development over the next two decades. Environmental responsibility is a priority for Cardiff […]

New Independent Gatwick Accessibility Panel to help shape the airport’s strategy and services for disabled passengers

A new independent panel – made up of experts in the travel needs of disabled passengers and people with reduced mobility – will help to shape Gatwick’s accessibility strategy and improve services for disabled passengers. The Independent Gatwick Accessibility Panel (IGAP) will take a broad view of accessibility provision and services at the airport, including […]

Heathrow launches new trial to improve recycling rates at airports

Heathrow will kick-start a new trial turning unrecyclable plastic passenger waste – including food packaging and plastic film – into airport furniture, uniforms and lower-emission jet fuel by 2025. In a UK first, the airport will test a new recycling unit that will help solve the issue of waste from terminals and aircraft cabins for […]

OmniServ trials innovative mobility aid at London Stansted airport

The Wheellator® converts from walker to wheelchair, allowing PRM passengers to reclaim mobility for themselves OmniServ, the UK’s leading airline and airport assistance services provider, is partnering with London Stansted airport to trial a new mobility solution, the Wheellator, which combines the benefits of a wheeled walking frame and a light-weight wheelchair. Passengers with low […]

A match made in heaven: Vertical Flight Expo & Conference returns with major networking initiative

Vertical Flight Expo & Conference – Europe’s largest vertical flight exhibition which lands in Farnborough from 5-7 November – has announced the return of its exceptionally popular networking initiative: Vertical Connect. Launched at last year’s show, the online business meeting platform will act as both an onsite networking tool and a concierge service, helping attendees […]

San Diego International Airport becomes second major airport in North America to earn carbon neutral rating

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is now North America’s second-ever carbon neutral airport. SAN, joined only by Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in the U.S., reached carbon neutral accreditation from the global agency that establishes carbon standards for airports worldwide. SAN is certified at “Level 3+,” the highest level of certification through Airports Council […]

Concession Opportunities at San Francisco International Airport for the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4

The Airport Commission has commenced the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4. The RFP includes a Gourmet Grab & Go Market Lease, a Food Hall and Pop Up Food Program Lease, a Sit-Down Restaurant & Bar Lease, and two Small […]

Bespoke information on aircraft noise can now be tailored by postcode – in a Gatwick and European first

New information portal represents a step change in transparency and makes it easier for residents to find flight information relevant to their location New videos explaining how aircraft operate in and out of Gatwick also available on the portal Over £1 million invested by Gatwick Airport to improve the monitoring and reporting of aircraft noise […]

Finland’s largest hotel ensemble to be built at Helsinki Airport

LAK Real Estate Oy will have Finland’s largest hotel ensemble built into their ownership at the Helsinki Airport. The construction will start next year, and the target is to open the hotel in 2023. – This new hotel project will rise right next to the airport terminal to serve air passengers and conference guests, thereby […]

France Air Expo – Lyon, June 2020

14th International Exhibition of General Aviation France Air Expo – Lyon France Air Expo will open its doors from June 4 to 6, 2020 at Eurexpo Lyon. France Air Expo is the only general aviation exhibition in France and the second one in Europe. Each year it gathers more than 300 exhibitors, 15,000 pilots and 800 […]