Swedavia, one of the world’s most environmentally aware airport operators, has announced that Visby, Åre Östersund and Kiruna airports in Sweden have achieved the top Level 5 status in ACI’s Airport Carbon Accreditation programme. Their achievements positions Swedavia as a world leader in the aviation sector, as seven out of its ten Swedish airports are […]
Toronto Pearson has held its second annual Airport Workers Day – a day dedicated to recognising people across the airport community whose work is essential to delivering an exceptional travel experience, keeping Canada connected and powering the economy. Co-ordinated nationally by the Canadian Airports Council, Airport Workers Day is also an important opportunity to recognise […]
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) welcomed 736,709 passengers during May 2025, marking a 12.7% increase compared to the same period last year. The Jordanian gateway also recorded 6,532 aircraft movements throughout the month, a 10.8% year-on-year rise, while cargo traffic amounted to 6,217 tons, indicating an 8.9% decline against May 2024. During the January to […]
Miami International Airport (MIA) today held the groundbreaking ceremony for its new Concourse K. The new concourse will be a 300,000-square-foot expansion that will add six new passenger gates and boarding areas for domestic and international flights, post-security concessions offering more dining and shopping options for travellers, and a new passenger lounge. The future three-level […]
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has declared that it is “staffed and ready” to screen over 18.5 million travellers at US airport security checkpoints during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. This year’s projection includes Tuesday, July 1, through Monday, July 7, with the highest passenger volume – approximately 2.9 million – expected on Sunday, July 6. […]
A-SAFE’s James Smith explains why he believes being proactive on airport safety is key to efficient operations. The image of airport operations is one of constant, co-ordinated motion. But that smooth choreography masks a fragile balance. One damaged piece of equipment, one mistimed delay, or a minor safety incident (airside or landside) can trigger a […]
Utilising intelligent video technology can help enhance safety, security and operational efficiency at airports, especially during busy peak periods, writes Milestone Systems’ Martin McGrath. With the busy summer rush rapidly approaching in the Northern Hemisphere, and following numerous high profile operational challenges in airports around Europe since the pandemic, airport managers will be developing watertight […]
Leeds Bradford Airport is to open a series of new and refreshed F&B outlets as part of the UK gateway’s transformative £100 million terminal extension and refurbishment. The airport is adding a three-storey extension to its main terminal, scheduled for completion before the busy summer getaway, to meet growing demand and improve passenger experiences. And […]
Page’s Lee Glenn and Jeff Mechlem tell us more about innovations in security and the passenger experience at Houston George Bush and Austin-Bergstrom airports in Texas. A well-designed airport isn’t just about moving people from kerb to gate – it’s about creating an intuitive, seamless journey. Often security can pose a major challenge to the […]
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has completed its International Arrivals Improvement Project marking the first significant project under the airport’s ambitious Journey With AUS expansion programme to open to the travelling public. This milestone project delivers significant enhancements to the Barbara Jordan Terminal’s International Arrivals area and Baggage Claim area, supporting AUS’s mission to modernise, streamline, […]
Anticipation is building as we prepare to celebrate the 10th anniversary of SMART Airports & Regions events at the SMART Airports & Regions Conference and Exhibition 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia, next month. Hosted by Aerotropolis Atlanta Alliance and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, SMART Airports & Regions Conference and Exhibition 2025 will be held at the […]
Almost 6.1 million passengers passed through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in May 2025 – a rise of 2% on the corresponding month a year ago. The Dutch hub also recorded a 2% increase in air traffic movements during the month, during which time Spain, the UK and Italy proved to be the most popular destinations. Of […]
