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Dr Lee Juby looks at the growing momentum around hydrogen-powered ground support equipment (GSE) and the pilot projects that are leading the way. Hydrogen is one of the more promising pathways through which aviation can decarbonise, both as a direct power source for future aircraft, and as a feedstock for the production of electro-sustainable aviation […]
Modular construction is reshaping how airport terminals are being built across the globe, writes Corgan’s Jonathan Massey. Modular construction is emerging as a powerful tool to modernise ageing aviation infrastructure while maintaining operations, offering clear advantages to airlines and airport stakeholders at some of the busiest airports in the world. It has various associated terminologies […]
Christchurch Airport has welcomed Cathay Pacific’s decision to boost its Christchurch to Hong Kong service to five flights a week during the peak summer months, providing South Islanders with more travel choice and stronger connections into Asia, Europe and beyond. The seasonal service will operate three times a week between November 1, 2026 and March, […]
Amadeus, Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) and Edgewater Solutions Limited have signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining their intention to collaborate on a roadmap for the modernisation of the passenger journey and day-to-day airport operations across Thailand’s airports. Through the collaboration, the parties will look at how seamless travel, biometrics, airport operations, and data capabilities […]
The recent decision to support the expansion of Gatwick Airport and continue with the planned Northern Runway Programme represents much more than the development of additional airport capacity. It is an opportunity to show commitment to the UK’s aviation sector, stimulate economic growth, and demonstrate that expansion accompanied by environmental responsibility through sustained investment in […]
Global passenger traffic edged closer to the 10 billion per annum milestone in 2025, when a total of 9.8 billion passengers passed through the world’s airports, according to the 2026 ACI World Airport Traffic Dataset released today by ACI World. Covering passenger traffic, air cargo volumes, and aircraft movements, the dataset confirms that aviation continues […]
The first sod has been turned on Queenstown Airport’s new heavy taxiway, marking a major milestone in the largest infrastructure investment programme in the airport’s history. Associate Minister of Transport and Minister for the South Island James Meager, Southland MP Joseph Mooney, Queenstown Lakes District mayor John Glover, and mana whenua representatives joined Queenstown Airport […]
The New Terminal One at John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has entered into a strategic partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) “to shape the world’s most advanced airport experience”. As the strategic technology and innovation partner to the New Terminal One, TCS will support the delivery of an intelligent, digitally-enabled guest experience at the […]
Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) has handled its first cargo flight as part of the trials being conducted at the gateway before its opening. The freighter flight was accommodated at WSI’s dedicated Cargo Precinct, which opens later this month, and will be followed by the launch of passenger operations in October. Speaking ahead of the […]
Traffic to North America remained a bright spot for Heathrow last month, which handled 1.97 million outbound passengers to the region alone. The upturn, fuelled by the ongoing FIFA World Cup finals in Canada, the US and Mexico, marked a second consecutive month of increased travel to the region, with flight numbers up and passenger […]
Costa Coffee has returned to London Luton Airport, investing over £750,000 in the opening of a brand-new 24/7 store. The new store, which opened yesterday, will serve millions of passengers travelling through the airport each year, bringing Costa Coffee’s signature Mocha Italia taste, freshly baked pastries and warm hospitality back to one of the UK’s […]
Singapore Changi Airport has completed construction of its first satellite gate, a standalone remote boarding and disembarkation facility designed to enhance the passenger experience for flights assigned to remote aircraft parking stands. Preparations to ensure operational readiness are currently underway, with use of the gate for selected flights set to commence by August 2026. Located […]
