Clark International to introduce Collins Aerospace suite
The implemented solutions are set to help streamline passenger processing, whilst supporting social distancing measures and contactless services
TUI expands services from Bristol
The airline is expected to increase flights to holiday spots in Greece and Turkey, as well as restoring its previously popular Egypt route
Schiphol sees increased freight operations during first half of 2021
The surge comes as the airport strides towards a fresh strategy with a greater focus on cargo flights
BIAL partners with IBM for IT upgrade at Kempegowda International
Using a hybrid cloud solution, the technology firm plans to help automate technology processes and reduce costs at the airport
Belfast City begins digital transformation
The Northern Irish hub has completed the first phase in its new development, implementing voice search technology and a new customer service tool
IATA warns governments on high cost of testing for travellers
The organisation believes that restarting affordable travel is essential to supporting the 46 million jobs within the tourism industry that rely on aviation
SSP expands airport lounge portfolio in Malaysia
Two hubs in the region are set to be taken over by the company, working alongside MAHB
Aviator extends ground handling agreement with FedEx
Both companies have been in a successful partnership for more than 20 years, providing services at hubs such as Malmo and Arlanda
London Southend to implement community noise forum
The new committee is set to discuss any concerns the local community may have to maintain trust and transparency
Malaysia Airports and partners to conduct vertiport feasibility study
The collaboration will form part of a five-year plan for airport regeneration at Subang Airport
Air Canada expands international schedule
The airline is taking advantage of easing restrictions across its network
JetBlue and American Airlines partnership sees winter schedule boost
The two carriers have partnered to provide mutual access for their customers across each airline’s route networks
Virgin reopens New York Clubhouse
The airline also announced a new partnership with Plaza Premium Group to develop lounges at key hubs
ACI releases new tool to assist airports with capacity planning
The new application is set to assess factors such as queue length and social distancing to optimise operations
Finnair IATA Travel Pass trials underway
The platform is currently being tested on flights between London and Finland, with hopes the received feedback will improve the app’s performance
EasyJet signs lease with FBB for new hangar at BER
The facility is set to provide maintenance operations for the entire fleet at the German hub, with plans to begin construction later this year
Brisbane Airport records lowest passenger number in 26 years
Latest figures indicate a record 56% decline in passenger numbers compared to last year – the lowest in over a quarter of a century
Automated vehicle to launch at Swissport’s Frankfurt facility
The AGV is expected to improve the safety of transportation processes by using data-based controls to regulate operations
Lisbon Airport resumes service after strikes
While luggage handlers have since returned to work, the union plans to hold further strikes on July 29 and August 2 to protest against staff shortages and lack of pay
Southampton Airport celebrates new routes
Both Eastern Airways and BA CityFlyer have introduced flights from the southern coast
Ryanair adds three destinations from Belfast
The airline’s new services have completed its portfolio of routes from the hub
UK Government responds to London airports night noise consultation
The announced measures will be in force before a new permanent noise policy is introduced beyond 2025
Positives for Southend Airport despite two million passenger deficit
Annual report reveals 93% drop in travellers, but thriving cargo operation and heavy investment point to bright future
Etihad Airways inaugurates Vienna-Abu Dhabi route
The new service took off yesterday, operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Doha overtakes Dubai to become Middle East’s busiest airport
Multiple factors have been said to have influenced the takeover, including the relaxation of a four-year blockade and the continuation of services throughout the pandemic
American Airlines commits to “science-based targets” to reduce emissions
The airline has also signed up to the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign and Race to Zero
Bristol Airport lands Air Seychelles charter connection
The airline will initiate the route in 2022 to coincide with the Easter and May bank holidays
Swiss flies on sustainable aviation fuel
The fuel has been in use in the country since July 1 thanks to new customs provisions
Haneda Airport introduces biometric technology
The project, carried out by Collins Aerospace, aims to promote contactless solutions whilst streamlining passenger processing
Wizz Air postpones opening of new Cardiff base
The airline believes the current Covid-19 regulations are too uncertain and instead plans to begin operations from the hub next summer