The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport, in partnership with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), today announced the launch of Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP), a next-generation biometric initiative designed to transform the international arrivals experience, At New Terminal One, Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) will be integrated into the international arrivals experience for US […]
Tomorrow marks the 20th anniversary of the opening of Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport’s Terminal 4. Since its inauguration in 2006, it has received numerous awards and, arguably, become one of the world’s most recognised terminals and an icon of the new Madrid. Designed by Estudio Lamela in collaboration with Richard Rogers, the terminal is currently […]
Macau’s first high-end dual-city terminal, jointly set up by Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH), opened today, further strengthening the multi-modal connectivity within the Greater Bay Area (GBA). According to the gateways involved, the ‘MGM Hong Kong International Airport City Terminal’ is said to represent further integration of cross-boundary aviation services […]
Munich Airport is counting down the days to the grand opening of its new Terminal 1 Pier, which is expected to make a hugely positive impact on the airport experience for non-Schengen passengers. “With our new Terminal 1 Pier, we are making a targeted investment in the future viability of our airport,” enthuses airport CEO, […]
London’s Heathrow Airport today confirmed that it has approved new investment to begin work on a planning application for a third runway. It notes that the move marks “a significant step forward for the UK’s most important growth project”, although it accepts that key regulatory and policy decisions this year will determine whether expansion can […]
Construction of what is expected to be Africa’s largest airport has begun in Bishoftu, approximately 40 kilometres south of the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. Upon opening, the new $12.5 billion Bishoftu International Airport will have the capacity to serve up to 60 million passengers per annum. However, further phases will grow its capacity to in […]
Singapore Changi today launched ‘T5 In the Making’, an immersive exhibition where visitors are invited to discover the vision, design, and innovations behind its planned Terminal 5. Jointly organised by the Ministry of Transport (MOT), the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), and Changi Airport Group (CAG) the exhibition in Terminal 3’s Arrival Hall is […]
Ambitious plans for new terminals, imminent openings and longer term airport projects ensure that it has been a busy end to the year for infrastructure development, writes Joe Bates. With traffic growth now firmly back on the agenda, the race is well and truly on to ensure that the world’s airports are equipped with the […]
Seven internationally recognised artists have been selected to “create monumental, site-specific artworks that will anchor the expansive cultural programme” of the New Terminal One at New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport. The artwork will celebrate the history, culture and diversity of New York and the airport’s home borough of Queens. Indeed, sculpture, mosaics and […]
As part of Perth Airport’s multi-billion-dollar investment programme, a major expansion and upgrade of Terminal 2 have commenced. The works include new self-service check-in facilities, an expansion of the current passenger screening facilities and departure lounge, and an extension to the baggage make-up hall. Design works to upgrade the southern passenger walkway is also underway. […]
Its opening may still be up to a year away, but preparations for the milestone are well underway at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport with the ramp-up of its operational readiness programme. The programme will see ongoing trials carried out across the terminal and broader airport precinct over the months ahead. At the same […]
Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) today broke ground on the new Ground Transportation Center and Consolidated Rental Car Facility at Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). The 440,000-square-foot facility will serve as a cornerstone of the airport’s $1 billion MoreRNO Infrastructure Program, transforming passenger access to ground transportation and enhancing the customer experience when it opens in 2028. […]
