Tags: New Zealand

Queenstown Airport Launches Major Airfield Upgrade and Terminal Expansion Programme

Queenstown Airport has begun delivering the largest capital works programme in its history, with a NZ$65 million package of airfield improvements now under way and plans progressing for a major terminal extension and upgrade. The airfield programme includes construction of a new Code C heavy taxiway and a complete overlay of the airport’s main runway. […]

Queenstown Airport finalising plans for a heavy taxiway

Queenstown Airport is in the final stages of planning a major programme of airfield works to improve operational efficiency, safety, resilience, and sustainability. This will include construction of a Code C heavy taxiway, and remediation and resurfacing of the airport’s main runway. Together, the projects represent an investment of about $60 million in critical infrastructure. […]

Christchurch Airport to trial fully autonomous electric shuttle

Christchurch Airport will host New Zealand’s first trial of a fully autonomous electric vehicle next year. HMI Technologies and Christchurch International Airport have agreed on the New Zealand based and funded trial, which is focussed on finding answers to key questions about how these vehicles could operate in this country. The trials will largely be […]