The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announce a Destination Tracker in preparation for the restart of international travel. It is the result of both organizations joining efforts to boost confidence and accelerate recovery of the tourism sector when borders reopen. The UNWTO-IATA Destination Tracker is a new free online […]
A number of retail outlets at Aberdeen International Airport are set to reopen. Following discussions with business partners at the north-east’s major transport hub, the World Duty Free store will open on Monday (April 26). The popular Distilling House at the airport will also open from Wednesday, (April 28) providing passengers with a wide range […]
Edmonton International Airport (EIA) has become the first airport in the world to join The Climate Pledge and its commitment to be carbon neutral by 2040. The Climate Pledge is an initiative involving more than 100 companies and organizations who believe in the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and address climate change. It was founded by Amazon and environmental organization Global Optimism in 2019. By joining this commitment, EIA will be taking increased actions to […]
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Austin Energy celebrate the completion of a new solar panel array constructed on the AUS campus that will produce 1.8 megawatts of locally-generated, renewable energy. The new solar array marks a milestone in both Austin Energy’s Community Solar Program and AUS’s portfolio of sustainability efforts. The array will provide 1.5 […]
The government will allow mobility to and from airports for people carrying air tickets. Quiport recommends that passengers stay informed about the status of their flights. Operations at Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport will remain open during weekends and mobility restriction hours for the duration of the State of Exception decreed by the National Government. […]
South Korea’s Incheon Airport has honored Silk Way West Airlines with the prestigious ‘Cargo Airline of the Year 2020’ award, recognizing the company as the best air freighter achieving up to 25,000 tons of international cargo turnover. The airport’s annual award ceremony is now in its fifth edition, having first been held in 2016. Incheon […]
Hamad International Airport (HIA), managed by MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airports Management and Operation, has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, following an extensive assessment of the Airport’s Information Security Management System by Burea Veritas in October 2020. ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is a globally recognized certification for Information Security Management System. Achieving this certification affirms the Airport’s […]
Soft opening of 225,000-square-foot concourse replaces Gate 35X, transitioning American Airlines regional operations with new jetbridges and waiting areas; additional amenities open this summer The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, together with American Airlines, launched the soft opening Tuesday of 14 gates in a newly constructed 225,000-square-foot concourse at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). A […]
Melbourne Airport has completed an $85 million refurbishment of its International Arrivals Hall. The upgrade has created a more spacious and inviting environment ready to welcome more New Zealanders and future international guests. The Hall includes more seating for those waiting for their loved ones, a larger dwelling area, an improved undercover taxi-wait zone plus […]
SITA, the technology provider for the air transport industry, today announced the results of its biometric-enabled Proof of Concept (PoC) designed to support a low-touch passenger experience and optimize passenger processing at Istanbul Airport (iGA). The six-month trial showed a 30% reduction in boarding times and increased satisfaction of participating passengers and airlines, as well […]
