Bordeaux Airport is undertaking a major transformation of its infrastructure as part of its vision for the sustainable airport of tomorrow. Key to the upgrade is the creation of a new central building, located between Halls A and B, that will enable the implementation of a fully centralised baggage handling system. The new BHS, notes […]
Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms, has been awarded a licence for the provision of ground handling services at East Midlands Airport (EMA) in the UK. The Coventry headquartered company has obtained this licence specifically to support its partners in the roll-out and implementation of […]
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) today announced that it is partnering with three autonomous vehicle technology companies to test electric self-driving shuttles at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) throughout spring 2026. The agency is evaluating options to provide automated connections between EWR’s existing facilities and the new AirTrain Newark system […]
The passenger experience at Cork Airport is set to become a whole lot easier this summer thanks to the introduction of additional technical equipment upgrades in the airport terminal building and across the airport campus. Cork Airport is known for its easy, friendly, convenient and hassle-free experience, winning the title of Europe’s Best Regional Airport […]
After nearly a year of rigorous trials covering more than 5,000 test trips, Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless autonomous tractors for airside operations. The launch, officiated by Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Transport, Sun Xueling, is said to signal the country’s “commitment to pioneering smart airport technologies that set new benchmarks for operations”. The milestone marks […]
Global air and travel services provider dnata has unveiled a new centralised screening control room at its Dubai International Airport (DXB) cargo facility. The pioneering new complex has been developed in partnership with Dubai Police and marks a major step in the digital transformation of air cargo operations, combining real-time automation with enhanced security oversight. […]
The new digital control tower at Vigo Airport is now operational, making it the first airport in Spain to transition to fully digital tower operations. The system, delivered through a joint venture with Searidge and Skyway, has been successfully certified by Spanish aviation regulators and is now being used to provide air traffic control services. […]
Abu Dhabi Airports and Skyports Infrastructure (Skyports), have announced that they plan to develop a network of commercial vertiports for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) travel across the Emirate. The partnership paves the way for the construction of two initial vertiport sites at Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI). Construction of these […]
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 […]
El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá has become the first airport in Latin America to implement an Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) system for aircraft turnarounds. This initiative, undertaken by airport operator OPAIN in partnership SITA, marks a significant step in collaborative airport management within the region. By improving real-time data sharing among airlines, ground […]
Amadeus’ Holger Mattig considers how new transformational technology could change the operational landscape of airports and airlines and redefine the way we travel. The aviation industry is undergoing some of the most transformational changes it has seen in many years. The opportunity at stake is enormous, from a major overhaul in airline technology standards that […]
We report on the award winning success of Dallas Love Field Airport’s new 3D LED holographic signage fan displays. Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is on cloud nine after its new passenger pick-up signage, a cutting-edge 3D holographic LED fan display, won a ‘Best Innovation in Airport Passenger Related Processes’ award. The signs, a game […]
