The aviation industry is getting better at baggage handling with the number of mishandled bags continuing to fall globally, led by the Asia-Pacific region. Asia-Pacific’s aviation sector stood out globally in 2024, achieving the world’s lowest baggage mishandling rate at 3.1 bags per 1,000 passengers, a level it has consistently maintained over recent years. According […]
We report on the latest sustainability success of New Zealand’s Christchurch Airport. Christchurch Airport (CHC) has received a Platinum award in ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Green Airports Recognition 2025 programme, the accolade recognising the airport’s leadership in building a clean energy future through its solar farm Kōwhai Park. The airport was one of only […]
With traffic growth now firmly back on the agenda, airports across Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East are investing in upgrading their facilities, writes Joe Bates. According to data from ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East, airports across both regions are poised to undergo extensive development, with combined investments of $240 billion dedicated to both […]
Changi Airport Group provided a sneak preview of its new new mega Terminal 5 at a recent groundbreaking ceremony for the eagerly awaited new facility. A significant step in the development of Changi Airport took place on May 14 when Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony for the gateway’s Terminal 5. […]
Completion of the construction of the terminal and runway ensures that the countdown is on to the opening of Western Sydney International Airport. Sydney’s new 24-hour airport is one step closer to welcoming its first passengers, with major construction works across Western Sydney International Airpport (WSI) now complete. Indeed, Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, and […]
Manager for communications and brand marketing, Yuman Lau, provides a quarterly round-up of the latest news and developments from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East. AIR CONNECTIVITY CONFERENCE IN SHANGHAI ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), in partnership with the China Civil Airports Association, successfully organised the Air Connectivity Conference 2025, hosted by […]
Airport Dimensions has unveiled its new Blue Sky Premier Lounge at Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in Indonesia. The opening marks the first milestone following a strategic investment in Blue Sky Group’s subsidiary PT Bumi Liputan Angkasa, earlier this year. As the company’s 17th lounge in its growing Asia-Pacific network, Airport Dimensions notes that the […]
A few weeks earlier than expected, Newcastle Airport has opened its brand-new terminal, marking a major milestone in the region’s aviation and infrastructure history. From today, all arriving passengers will enter through the Australian gateway’s eagerly awaited, spacious new terminal. Initially slated for an August launch, the terminal has opened early, which the gateway claims […]
Latest ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East study shows annual regional connectivity surged 14%, primarily driven by the Gulf hubs and China’s reopening to global traffic. ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s highly anticipated Air Connectivity Ranking 2024 reveals a remarkable 14% year-on-year increase in connectivity across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, driven by strong international demand, […]
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, […]
Design & Build: Game Changing New Facilities Special Report: Regional Conference Review Plus: Air Connectivity, India Retail Focus & IT Trends DOWNLOAD THE ISSUE VIEW FROM THE TOP Director general Stefano Baronci reflects on a busy and successful second quarter of the year for ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East. REGIONAL UPDATE Manager for communications Communications […]
