Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) has set a new benchmark for sustainable infrastructure, earning the prestigious Envision Platinum Award for its Park Economy 3 (PE3) Expansion Project. This recognition from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) highlights a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and resilient design, representing the highest level of achievement within the Envision framework. […]
Record-busting passenger numbers continued at Cork and Dublin airports in October, with almost 3.6 million passengers going through the island’s two most popular hubs during the month. Numbers in October were boosted by a busy bank holiday weekend and mid-term period, as well as the Cork Jazz Festival. The month also saw strong numbers of […]
Liege Airport (LGG) in Belgium and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) in the US officially signed a sister airport relationship agreement today during the Air Cargo South East Asia event in Singapore. According to the signatories, this landmark partnership marks a new chapter in transatlantic air cargo collaboration, reinforcing both airports’ commitment to innovation, growth, […]
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has achieved a perfect 100% score for the first time in its latest Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) assessment. The UK gateway notes that the achievement marking a significant milestone in its journey towards becoming one of the UK’s most sustainable regional airports. GRESB is an independent, international sustainability framework […]
According to its latest economic impact report, Halifax Stanfield International Airport (Halifax Stanfield) remains a vital engine for Nova Scotia’s economy, driving tourism, jobs, trade, and growth across the region. In 2024, airport-related activity generated over C$4 billion in economic impact, reinforcing its critical role in supporting regional economic prosperity. “These results reflect our commitment […]
London Stansted has published its latest sustainability report showcasing the airport’s achievements over the past five years. It notes that its sustainability efforts are crucial to its ‘working together for a brighter future’ strategy. The strategy is focused on the airport’s commitment to continue reducing its carbon emissions, create more jobs and training opportunities, including […]
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has opened the Plaza Premium Lounge Domestic Adelaide, marking a major milestone as Australia’s only independent domestic airport lounge. Conveniently located in the Domestic Departures area at Adelaide Airport, according to PPG the new lounge “redefines comfort and convenience for travellers flying within Australia, setting a new benchmark for domestic travel […]
After two years of construction within Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal, passengers today got to experience the benefits of the terminal’s security screening transformation for the first time. The brand-new northern screening point opened at 5am local time today and is set to deliver a smoother, more streamlined screening experience for Qantas passengers. The new northern […]
People still needed for creative innovation Terri Morrissey and Richard Plenty reflect on whether machines can ever completely replace humans in the workplace. In January 2009, Captain Chesley Sullenberger succeeded in landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in New York following the failure of both engines after take-off from LaGuardia Airport. 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 […]
ACI World and ACI Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) today released a publication designed to provide clear, practical guidance on structuring and implementing private-sector involvement at airports for concessionaires, investors, lenders, advisors, governments, and grantors. The new resource – Airport Development Concessions Agreements: Global Approaches and Guidelines for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) – is being […]
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. […]
