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Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has announced the upcoming closure of Terminal 5 for its complete demolition to deliver a brand new terminal and airport experience, with anticipated reopening scheduled just before the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Terminal 5 airlines will relocate operations in phases beginning today, with full closure going into effect on Tuesday, […]
Swedavia and Swedish air traffic controller Luftfartsverket (LFV) have become the first in Europe to introduce a new air traffic approach concept. The new concept is commonly referred to as Established on RNP (EoR) and makes it possible for aircraft arriving at Stockholm Arlanda Airport to fly with curved approaches to a greater extent than before. […]
Today, an inauguration ceremony marked the official opening of Techno International Airport in Phnom Penh. Designed by Foster + Partners, the new terminal building is said to embody Cambodia’s long-term vision for growth. It also evokes a strong sense of place, drawing inspiration from one of the oldest civilisations on earth, inspired by its vernacular […]
Kimberly Becker has announced her decision to retire as president and CEO of San Diego County Regional Airport Authority in the first quarter of 2026. She has overseen substantial growth and development at San Diego International Airport (SAN), including the $3.8 billion new Terminal 1 (New T1) programme, an expanded route network and enhancements in […]
Private investment firm Ardian, asset management company Finint Infrastrutture and Sviluppo 87 are to acquire Milione SpA, the parent company of SAVE SpA, which operates Venice Marco Polo Airport and other gateways across northern Italy. The transaction follows the exclusivity agreement signed last May by Ardian and Finint Infrastrutture with the current shareholders of Milione […]
Airport artwork continues to innovate, win awards and surprise and delight travellers, and so much more is to come, writes Joe Bates. AEROPLANE CHESS IN HONG KONG An iconic Chinese board game, ‘Aeroplane Chess’ has come to life in Terminal 1 at Hong Kong International Airport courtesy of the transformation of a public seating area […]
More than 300 guests gathered at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) on Saturday for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for its highly anticipated new state-of-the-art terminal, which opens to the public later this autumn. The event was attended by airport leadership, airline partners, elected officials, community organisations, labour and construction teams, corporate business partners and other key […]
A Bvlgari 18K gold diamond necklace valued at A$11,000 is the most valuable of over 800 items up for sale in Brisbane Airport’s annual Lost Property Auction for charity. To mark 100 years of Brisbane Airport, the auction also features a collection of heritage aviation items, such an aircraft blackbox, giving enthusiasts a rare chance […]
The records keep tumbling at London’s Heathrow Airport, which today reported its busiest ever September, handling 7.4 million passengers during the month. The UK hub notes that it remained Europe’s most punctual hub and reached a major milestone in global connectivity this summer, being named the most connected airport in the world for the third […]
Enliven CEO, Tim Harms, considers the strategic power of beverage partnerships and how they can potentially transform retail revenues at airports. Airports are in the midst of a commercial transformation. As traditional revenue streams fluctuate, leaders are reimagining how every square foot and every touchpoint can contribute to non-aeronautical revenue and world-class passenger experiences. From […]
JFKIAT – the operator of Terminal 4 at John F Kennedy International Airport – has announced that Copa Airlines has extended its agreement through the next decade. The decision, it claims, builds opportunity and momentum well into the next decade as the transformation of JFK T4 continues and ushers in new enhancements to T4’s best-in-class […]
Fazer Café will open an outlet at Helsinki Airport early next year that the Finnish gateway states will bring “a significant addition to its café offerings”. The airport believes that the modern and classic new addition will provide a welcome new meeting place and high-quality café experience for passengers. It will be located near the […]
