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17.10.2018
Heathrow offers free landing charges for a year to UK’s first electric plane
In a world airport first, Heathrow has announced that the first electric-hybrid aircraft will not have to pay Heathrow’s landing charges for an entire year when it is put into regular service at the UK’s …
11.10.2018
AirBridgeCargo Airlines to set up its European hub at Liege Airport
Liege Airport and AirBridgeCargo Airlines have signed an historic lease agreement for 10 years. This arrangement will bring the scale of cooperation between two companies to the next level of development, boosting air cargo volumes …
05.10.2018
MAG-led consortium looks to operate and develop Sofia Airport in Bulgaria
Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the operator of Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports in the UK, is looking to expand its portfolio by submitting a tender to operate Sofia Airport in Bulgaria.
MAG’s bid will …
03.10.2018
DXB sets new record with 8.37 million customers in August
Dubai has 8.37 million reasons to celebrate after that number of customers passed through the world’s #1 international airport Dubai International (DXB) in August, setting a new global standard and surpassing the airport’s former record …
02.10.2018
3rd Future Cities Show to facilitate global investments in smart city solutions
The race to become the world’s first smart city has become more exciting with recent and wider applications of disruptive technologies. The building blocks for smart cities will be showcased at the Future Cities Show …
02.10.2018
First Ground Broken for Avinor Oslo Airport Expansion
On Monday 1 October the expansion project for the area beyond the passport control at Avinor Oslo Airport started. Passengers will only be affected to a minor degree.
Three of the current gates will be removed …
02.10.2018
New aircraft stands enable the first step in capacity growth at London Stansted Airport
Four new aircraft parking stands have become operational this week, marking the completion of the first phase of airfield works as part of London Stansted Airport’s £600m transformation programme.
The echo stand extension, spanning 40,000m², is …
02.10.2018
Gatwick becomes first UK airport to open sensory room for departing passengers
New, free to use facility provides a calming space for passengers with special needs to relax in before their flight
Interactive zone full of light and sound also designed to stimulate senses, improve memory, motor …
02.10.2018
Air transport supports 65.5 million jobs and $2.7 trillion in economic activity
The global air transport sector supports 65.5 million jobs and $2.7 trillion in global economic activity, according to new research released today by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG). The report, Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders, …
28.09.2018
Ramper Innovations Unveils TISABAS™ at 2018 GSE Expo
TISABAS™ designed to help ramp agents mechanically move bags and cargo within belly of aircraft
Ramper Innovations announced that its newest product, TISABAS™, will be showcased at the 2018 International Airport GSE Expo in Las Vegas, …