Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today published the Annual Report of Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) for the fiscal year ended 31 March 2025. During the year HKG saw double-digit increases in passenger and cargo throughput as well as flight movements. Passenger traffic grew 21.6% year-on-year to 54.9 million, cargo throughput climbed 10.3% to 5.0 […]
Air and travel services provider, dnata, has deployed a fleet of autonomous vehicles at Dubai World Central–Al Maktoum International (DWC), introducing what it claims is next-generation technology in ramp operations. The rollout marks a significant step in the automation of ground handling services – one of the aviation industry’s most labour and time-intensive areas. “This […]
Leeds Bradford Airport in the UK is celebrating the successful opening of its new terminal extension, a milestone in its ambitious £100 million expansion project. The completion of the terminal extension has introduced a modernised arrivals process, including a new baggage reclaim area and an upgraded passport control facility incorporating advanced security technologies, designed to […]
Director general Stefano Baronci reflects on a busy and successful second quarter of the year for ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East. As we stand on the cusp of the next decade, a clear imperative emerges for the aviation industry: substantial investment in infrastructure. The skies of Asia-Pacific and the Middle East are set to witness […]
London’s Heathrow Airport today unveiled a £10 billion Private Investment Plan it says is designed to ‘make every journey better’ by improving service levels and boosting its operational reliability. For the first time in a decade, Heathrow will also create new terminal space for new lounges, shops and restaurants within its existing facilities. A statement […]
Aerotropolis Atlanta provides an example of the very best in economic master planning through regional collaboration, writes MXD Development Strategists’ Chris LeTourneur. MULTIPLE DIMENSIONS OF AEROTROPOLIS PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT In addition to being multi-modal gateways for moving passengers and cargo, airports are powerful engines for catalysing regional economic growth. Realising such potential requires collaboration between […]
We look back at some of conference sessions, key announcements and award ceremonies held during April’s ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly, Exhibition and Conference in New Delhi. The New Delhi setting for this year’s ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly, Exhibition and Conference almost guaranteed that it would provide a rich tapestry […]
Dubai Airports has launched DXB Greet & Go, a new smart pick-up service at Dubai International (DXB) Terminal 3. Designed for guests arriving in Dubai with pre-booked hotel, limousine, or tour operator services, this new solution replaces traditional guest paging with a seamless, technology-enabled experience. According to the airport operator, with DXB Greet & Go, […]
ACI World has expressed serious concerns regarding the decision by France, Kenya, Barbados, Spain, Somalia, Benin, Sierra Leone, and Antigua & Barbuda to launch a coalition ahead of COP30 focused on introducing a new tax on air transport. The tax, it warns, places a special focus on premium flyers as a means to fund development, […]
Fraport Nashville, the developer and manager of the concessions programme at Nashville International Airport (BNA), has unveiled eight new dining and shopping venues in the gateway’s expanded Concourse D. The new outlets are said to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Music City and enhance the already impressive selection of dining, shopping, and entertainment at one […]
Time to take a break? Richard Plenty and Terri Morrissey look at the importance of human factors and managing fatigue. When do we know it’s time to take a break? Do we notice when we start to feel tired, begin to find it difficult to concentrate, and realise we are running out of energy and […]
The 100ml liquids rule for airport security has been lifted at Edinburgh Airport for the first time since it was introduced in 2006 following the installation of top-of-the-range security x-ray technology. It means passengers will be able to keep liquids in their bags when going through security, and those liquid containers can now be up […]
