ACI EUROPE, the European airport trade body, today welcomed the Dutch Government’s decision to finally open Lelystad Airport to commercial flights, calling it a necessary and strategic step to safeguard the Netherlands’ connectivity, competitiveness and regional development. The decision will enable the Dutch aviation system to better meet current and future demand, while supporting economic […]
10.2 billion passengers forecasted in 2026; 18.8 billion by 2045, confirming sustained long-term demand Airports Council International (ACI) World today released its World Airport Traffic Forecasts 2025–2054, the industry’s most comprehensive and authoritative outlook on global airport traffic. Key highlights Global passenger traffic forecasted to reach 10.2 billion in 2026 (+3.9% YoY). Long-term demand remains strong […]
Completion of the first phase of works: €80 million invested in airport modernization and decarbonization of operations Launch of a new phase: €142 million over three years for additional expansions and operational/environmental improvements Record traffic growth: +60% increase between 2022 and 2025, driven by 35 new air routes and initiatives to enhance connectivity VINCI Airports marks a major […]
On the afternoon of January 1, 2026, at the Ceremony announcing the handover of operation of Phu Quoc International Airport, Sun Group officially assumed the role of managing and operating Phu Quoc International Airport in accordance with Vietnamese law. At the ceremony, the representative of Sun Airport Corporation (SAC – a member of Sun Group) […]
Elektrotim S.A. will be responsible for preparing the technical documentation for the energy storage facilities and the photovoltaic power plant, which will form part of the energy system of the investment under development. The transport hub will use diversified energy sources, including renewables. Centralny Port Komunikacyjny, which is delivering the Port Polska investment programme, has […]
The integration of AirTag and Find My Share Item Location technologies with SITA WorldTracer® has reduced “permanently lost luggage” by 90 percent As millions of travelers prepare for the holiday season, one year of collaboration between SITA and Apple is delivering measurable improvements to the checked baggage experience. By combining Apple technology with SITA’s global […]
Mott MacDonald has been appointed as Airports Masterplan Framework consultant by Matarat Holding to advise on airport development across Saudi Arabia. In this wide-ranging role, Mott MacDonald will conduct comprehensive reviews and updates to existing masterplans for 25 Saudi airports and develop robust strategies for future growth and investment. The development of these airports, which […]
The UK Civil Aviation Authority yesterday published for consultation a working paper on Heathrow’s regulatory model. Following the Government’s announcement on the proposal for a third runway which will be used to progress the Airport’s National Policy Statement, the working paper sets out a review of the current regulatory framework of the airport and explores […]
Part of the already announced major changes at the Kaunas Airport passenger terminal is a new and significantly larger “Heinemann Duty Free” store, offering a range that includes unique Lithuanian amber products, traditional culinary specialties, and highlights reflecting Kaunas’ passion for basketball. “After the upgrade, Kaunas Airport’s capacity and ability to deliver an improved passenger […]
A state-of-the-art capital gateway by Cambodia Airport Investment Co. Ltd. (CAIC) and SITA sets new standards for efficiency and seamless passenger journeys across Southeast Asia Air travel in Southeast Asia is growing at a rate well above the global average. According to SITA’s latest Travelers’ Voice, Passenger IT Insights 2025 report, nearly two in three […]
