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Zayed International expects seven million travellers over the summer

27 June 2025

Etihad Airways said it is preparing to welcome more than seven million guests at Zayed International Airport over the busy summer travel period.

Airports

ACSA rolls out infrastructure maintenance and expansion across its airports

25 June 2025

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is implementing a comprehensive infrastructure maintenance and capital expansion programme across all nine of its…

Airports

Air Transat begins flights to Istanbul

25 June 2025

İGA Istanbul Airport is set to welcome its first airline from the Americas - Canada's Air Transat.

Airports

TAAG Angola to fully transfer all international flights to new airport

24 June 2025

It's a big change for TAAG Angola Airlines as it prepares to fully transfer its operations from Luanda's 4 de Fevereiro International Airport to Dr.…

Airports

Saudi Arabia and the UK sign one-stop security agreement

24 June 2025

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia and the Government of the United Kingdom (UK) have signed a One-Stop Security…

Airports

Serco secures Dubai Airports contract extension

19 June 2025

Serco has announced a significant contract extension with Dubai Airports running until December 2030.

Airports

iGA Istanbul Airport takes lead in global hub air connectivity

19 June 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport takes the top spot globally in hub connectivity, surpassing Frankfurt in this year’s rankings.

Air transport

Air Peace to commence services between Abuja and London Heathrow

19 June 2025

Nigerian carrier Air Peace has been given the green light to commence direct flights between Abuja and London Heathrow from 26 October 2025.

Technology

Queen Alia International reveals new automated cargo handling system

12 June 2025

A new cargo warehouse at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), equipped with cargo handling technology by Lödige Industries for Aviation Handling…

Air transport

KAHL and Lift Cargo to improve efficiencies in cool chain management

11 June 2025

Kenya Airfreight Handling Limited (KAHL) has entered a partnership with Lift Cargo Limited, a prominent home-grown company in the perishables supply…

Airports

DA and Etihad ESCO enhance sustainability with final phase of key project

11 June 2025

Dubai Airports has signed an agreement with Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO) to launch the final phase of its airport-wide lighting…

Airports

New coach service for Emirates’ economy customers at Clark International

11 June 2025

Emirates is introducing a new coach service exclusively for Economy Class customers flying to and from Clark International Airport in the…

Airports

iGA Istanbul Airport achieves ACI Level 5 accreditation

11 June 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport has achieved the highest level in the Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Customer Experience Accreditation. 

Airports

Red Sea Global partners with Saudi Ground Services

10 June 2025

Red Sea Global (RSG) and daa International, the operator of the Red Sea International Airport (RSI), has been awarded a five-year agreement to Saudi…

Airports

Air India integrates self-check-in baggage drop facilities

10 June 2025

Air India has rolled out an integrated self-check-in and baggage-drop service for its passengers flying from India to all destinations operated by the…

Airports

IndiGo selects Bangalore for major MRO expansion

31 May 2025

IndiGo has signed an MoU with Bangalore International Airport to build a new maintenance hangar at the airport.

Airports

Tanzania can be a springboard for Çelebi's African expansion

30 May 2025

Turkey’s first private ground handling company, Çelebi Aviation, has sealed a new partnership with Turkish Airlines to expand its global footprint.

Airports

IndiGo and BIAL sign MoU to build ‘world class’ MRO facility in Bengaluru

30 May 2025

IndiGo has signed an MoU with Bangalore International Airport (BIAL) as part of the airline’s sustained commitment to enhancing its operational…

Flight services and support

Emirates Flight Catering investments in 53 aircraft catering trucks

29 May 2025

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has signed an agreement with Mallaghan, Al-Futtaim Auto and Machinery Company (FAMCO) and Volvo to purchase 53…

Technology

SITA launches satellite service helping airports stay connected

27 May 2025

A new satellite service is helping airports and airlines stay connected as SITA launches Managed Satellites.

Air transport

Emirates A350 makes its debut in Amman

21 May 2025

The Emirates A350 touched down at Queen Alia International Airport on May 20, marking the start of its regular service on the second daily flight…

Air transport

Uganda Airlines launches first European route and announces A320 lease plan

20 May 2025

Uganda Airlines kicked off the launch of services between Entebbe and London Gatwick on 18 May, the flag carrier’s first foray into Europe.

Airports

IGA Istanbul Airport welcomes Air Europa

16 May 2025

One of Spain’s leading airlines, Air Europa, has started operating flights to iGA Istanbul Airport.

Airports

SANS to adopt “Intelligent Approach” system at Saudi airports

15 May 2025

Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS) is set to deploy Intelligent Approach at Riyadh, Jeddah, and Madinah airports.

Air transport

IATA launches 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap

14 May 2025

IATA launched a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap to modernise baggage operations during the IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) which opened in…

Airports

Emirates confirms its busiest year for baggage handling

12 May 2025

Between April 2024 and March 2025, Emirates handled more than 2.8 million bags each month, averaging at 100,000 per day, from Dubai to 140 global…

Events

Dubai Airport Show witnessed an unprecedented African presence

09 May 2025

The 24th edition of the Dubai Airport Show concluded yesterday after calling to effectively adopt and invest in new technologies and to ‘grab’ the…

Airports

Southend offers access to London for business flights

08 May 2025

With congested airspace around London a new star is shining for the business aviation community for flights close to the capital.

Airports

Al Maktoum International Airport ‘will be delivered on time’

08 May 2025

“We remain fully committed to delivering Al Maktoum International Airport on time, as a future-ready, world-class gateway” said His Excellency Khalifa…

Events

Airport Show 2025 highlighted digital technologies redefining airports

08 May 2025

The 24th edition of Airport Show is about to conclude after showcasing and introducing new technologies and services that are redefining airports.

Airports

Royal Air Maroc to begin operations at The New Terminal One at JFK

07 May 2025

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is set to begin operations at The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in 2026.

Technology

Smiths Detection screening technologies to help secure DXB

07 May 2025

Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects has awarded a formal contract to Smiths Detection to deploy advanced checkpoint screening technologies across all…

Airports

Morocco's $4.3bn Hub Capital

06 May 2025

The Moroccan authorities are continuing their investments to modernise and enhance the capacity of the Kingdom’s airports. Forty-two billion dirhams…

Events

GALF to discuss megatrends that will reshape the way airports operate

06 May 2025

Global aviation experts and specialists are gathering in Dubai from May 6 to 7 to participate in Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF).

Events

Airport Show to highlight US$1 trillion airport development in MEASA region

06 May 2025

The 24th edition of the Airport Show opens today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).  

Airports

ASECNA and Indra help enhance landing safely at airports in Africa

02 May 2025

ASECNA and Indra have completed a project aimed at enhancing landing safety across 17 airports in Africa.

Airports

Investments in electrical GSE to boost airport profitability and efficiency

02 May 2025

Airports in the Middle East are investing hundreds of millions of dollars to enhance their infrastructures and facilities - particularly in acquiring…

Air transport

Saudi Vision 2030 strengthens the country’s global standing in aviation

01 May 2025

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has said in its 2024 Annual Report for Saudi Vision 2030 that the civil aviation sector has witnessed…

Airports

IndiGo awarded ‘Partner of the Year’ at Changi Airline Awards 2025

01 May 2025

IndiGo has been recognised as ‘Partner of the Year’ at the 18th edition of the Changi Airline Awards 2025 for outstanding collaboration.

Airports

DXB delivers strong start to 2025 with India being top destination country

30 April 2025

Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 23.4 million guests in the first quarter of 2025.

Airports

DXB marks Earth Day by reaffirming ACI Level 4 sustainability milestone

22 April 2025

Dubai International (DXB) has marked Earth Day by reaffirming ACI Level 4 sustainability milestone.

Technology

Airbus tackles airport inefficiencies with Agnet Turnaround

21 April 2025

Airbus has released a report highlighting the pressure on airport operations, focusing on the Middle East, and how its  Agnet Turnaround is…

Airports

DXB recognised for leadership in aviation safety by ACI

21 April 2025

Dubai International (DXB) has been recognised with the Airports Council International (ACI) Safety Recognition Award 2025 for its innovative and…

Airports

İGA Istanbul Airport implements the Triple Runway Operations system

17 April 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport has ushered in a new era in aviation history with the launch of Europe’s first-ever “Triple Runway Operations.”

Airports

dnata sees over a million tonnes of cargo handled in Dubai in a year

17 April 2025

dnata has reached a significant milestone, handling over one million tonnes of cargo in Dubai between April 2024 and March 2025.

Airports

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia launch “Dine on Us”

14 April 2025

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia have launched “Dine on Us” – a complimentary dining programme for passengers travelling through Doha to and from…

Airports

Eight airports operated by TAV recognised among world’s best

14 April 2025

Almaty, Ankara Esenboğa, Batumi, Madinah, İzmir, Riga, Tbilisi, and Skopje airports, operated by Turkey’s TAV Airports, were recognised among the best…

Airports

IndiGo shifts operations from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1 at IGI Airport

14 April 2025

IndiGo has announced that effective 15 April 2025, all its flights arriving to and departing from Terminal 2 will operate to/from Terminal 1.

Technology

SITA and Matarat to fast-track airport digitalisation in Saudi Arabia

09 April 2025

Matarat Holding has signed an MoU with SITA to accelerate the digital transformation of airports across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Events

IATA Ground Handling Conference to shine a spotlight on Africa

02 April 2025

The 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from 13 to 15 May 2025.

Airports

SITA brings to life airports of the future by acquiring CCM

31 March 2025

SITA has announced the closure of the acquisition of CCM, headquartered in Milan, Italy, an expert in the design, production, and creation of airport…

Airports

Jazeera Airways to streamline ops by insourcing ground handling in Kuwait

31 March 2025

Jazeera Airways plans to streamline operations by insourcing ground handling services at the Kuwait International Airport.

Airports

Morocco to invest $1.5 billion expansion of Casablanca airport

27 March 2025

Morocco’s airport authority ONDA said it plans to invest $1.55 billion to build a new terminal at its largest airport, Casablanca.

Airports

DXB set to welcome 3.6 million guests over Eid holiday peak

26 March 2025

Dubai International (DXB) expects than 3.6 million guests in total expected to pass through its terminals during the Eid travel peak from 26 March to…

Airports

La Réunion seeks new unions

26 March 2025

Reunion Roland Garros airport is looking to new routes in India and East Africa as it seeks to reach its target of three million passengers by 2030.

Air transport

Emirates boosts flight schedule ahead of Eid Al Fitr

24 March 2025

Emirates is gearing up for a busy travel period for Eid Al Fitr by deploying an additional 17 flights to destinations in the Middle East/GCC from 26…

Airports

Hamad International Airport unveils state-of-the-art Concourses D and E

20 March 2025

Hamad International Airport (DOH) has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Concourses D and E, marking a major milestone in its expansion and…

Airports

Emirates expects busy travel during Eid Al Fitr holiday

20 March 2025

Emirates said it anticipates ‘busy’ weekends ahead of and during the Eid Al Fitr holiday with heavy traveller volumes departing from and arriving to…

Airports

Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’ revealed

19 March 2025

IATA has welcomed Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’ aimed at modernising airport infrastructure.

Airports

Ethiopian Airlines and AfDB to build Africa’s largest airport

17 March 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to develop Africa’s largest airport—the Bishoftu International…

Airports

Dubai Airports named 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner

13 March 2025

Dubai Airports has been recognised with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for its approach to employee engagement.

Airports

TAV Airports receives service quality awards for four airports

13 March 2025

TAV Airports has received service quality awards for four airports; Ankara Esenboğa, İzmir Adnan Menderes, Milas-Bodrum, and Skopje.

Airports

BAC recognised with ACI ASQ Award for Best Airport in arrivals

13 March 2025

Bahrain Airports Company (BAC), the operator of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has been awarded the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Award for Best…

Events

Aviation India 2025 announces supporting Association partners of India

11 March 2025

Times Aerospace Events will host the second Aviation India and South Asia Summit and Exhibition from 29-30 October 2025 at the JW Marriott, Aero City,…