Airports

NEWS DESK

Front End and Cluster 2 Airports sign MoU with EHang (NASDAQ: EH) to deploy Autonomous Aerial Vehicles and Urban Traffic Management Systems in Saudi Arabia

PR News Desk 23/09/2025

Front End Limited Company, the Kingdom’s leading force driving autonomy, AI, and digital transformation across the Kingdom’s transforming sectors, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cluster 2 Airports, which operates 22 airports across the Kingdom, to deploy autonomous

NEWS DESK

Intersec Saudi Arabia to ignite discussions on fire prevention at airports

PR News Desk 17/09/2025

Fire safety in airports, one of the most complex and high-stakes environments, will be highlighted at the Fire Protection and Technology Summit at Intersec Saudi Arabia, taking place from 29 September to 1 October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC). On the opening day of the event, representatives from King Fahd International […]

Aviation Defence & Security Travel

US drops ‘shoes-off’ airport rule in major security policy shift

Arnold Pinto 10/07/2025

For domestic flights within the US The United States will no longer require domestic air travellers to remove their shoes during security screening, following a policy change announced by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The move is expected to reduce passenger wait times and ease congestion at airport security checkpoints. The change applies only to […]

Aviation Markets

Asia-Pacific and Middle East airports set for $240 billion investment boost

Arnold Pinto 22/04/2025

Between 2025 and 2035 Airports across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions are preparing for a major transformation, with a $240 billion investment programme set to reshape air travel infrastructure between 2025 and 2035. According to a new study by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), a strategic blend of […]

Logistics

Neos 3F Air Cargo enhances air cargo operations globally

News Desk 10/04/2025

By incorporating advanced technology With airports worldwide striving for more efficient and secure logistics operations, the Neos 3F Air Cargo, developed by Italian company OMG Industry, is rapidly becoming an essential solution. The innovative ULD (Unit Load Device) mover is enhancing operational efficiency and safety in the air cargo sector, with key players like

Aviation Travel

ACI World reveals winners of the 2024 ASQ Airport Experience Awards

Arnold Pinto 14/03/2025

Involving 95 airports worldwide Airports Council International (ACI) World, in partnership with travel technology company Amadeus, has unveiled the winners of the highly anticipated 2024 ASQ Airport Experience Awards. Widely regarded as the benchmark for excellence in airport customer service, the ASQ Awards are determined by passengers. The ASQ Awards are based on the

Tech

Surge in air passenger traffic boosts airport network performance

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025

In Arabian Gulf region and Turkey The Arabian Gulf region and Turkey are witnessing a remarkable surge in air passenger traffic, with key hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Istanbul experiencing robust growth. As these airports prepare for increased traveller numbers, the demand for reliable and high-performance cellular networks has never been more critical to enhancing […]

Aviation Travel

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport was the world’s busiest airport in 2024

Arnold Pinto 19/01/2025

With 62.7 million seats The latest 2024 data on the busiest airports worldwide represents the aviation industry’s resilience. As global recovery from the pandemic accelerates, air travel continues to grow significantly. The data, compiled by OAG using Global Airline Schedules, offers a comprehensive look at the most frequented airports in 2024, compared to previous

Aviation

ACI World responds to IATA’s white paper on slot regulation and airport capacity

Arnold Pinto 05/01/2025

ACI acknowledges efforts of airports Airports Council International (ACI) World has responded to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) white paper on slot regulation and airport capacity. ACI World highlighted the mounting challenge of meeting global air traffic demand and underlined the importance of collaboration among aviation stakeholders to address this

Aviation Travel

IATA urges overhaul of slot regulations

Arnold Pinto 29/12/2024

Amid global airport capacity crisis The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that a growing airport capacity crisis threatens freedom of travel and global economies. The association’s latest report, published in a white paper, calls for urgent changes to airport slot regulations to incentivise airports to maximise capacity from existing infrastructure.

Lifestyle

Passengers reveal what they want at airports

Arnold Pinto 02/12/2024

Including convenience and digital solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the findings from its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, highlighting that passengers increasingly prioritise convenience, speed, and integrating advanced technology to improve their travel experience. The survey indicates a growing demand for digital solutions such as

Health Travel

The top 10 airports to rest at during layovers

Arnold Pinto 20/11/2024

Middle East out of the list A new study has revealed which airports worldwide offer the best conditions for sleeping during layovers, with Seoul Incheon International Airport emerging as the top choice. The research, conducted by Onebed, evaluated major airports based on a range of factors critical to ensuring a restful experience for passengers waiting […]

NEWS DESK

Airports for Innovation launches an open call for startups from around the world

PR News Desk 12/09/2024

In May 2021, Aena and Aeroporti di Roma signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the Airports for Innovation (A4I) network to share technological initiatives and digital solutions that improve the guest experience as they pass through airports. Athens International Airport, Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, Dallas Fort Worth Airport, Vancouver International Airport,

Aviation Travel

London Heathrow is the world’s most connected airport in 2024

Arnold Pinto 11/09/2024

Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo follow London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has again claimed the top spot as the world’s most internationally connected airport, according to OAG’s highly anticipated Megahubs 2024 report. This prestigious ranking underscores Heathrow’s unparalleled network of global destinations and its capacity for connections on the busiest travel day of the year.

Aviation

Newark Terminal A Is Best New Airport Terminal In The World

Middle East News 247 22/04/2024

Terminal Opened In January 2023 Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal A, a beacon of excellence in the global airport industry, was honoured with the prestigious title of ‘World’s Best New Airport Terminal’ at the 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards. The global recognition, announced during the Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference 2024

Aviation Business

The World’s Top 10 Busiest Airports In 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/04/2024

International Travel Demand Surges The Airports Council International (ACI) World has revealed the preliminary top 10 busiest airports globally for 2023, shedding light on notable shifts propelled by the resurgence of international air travel following the COVID-19 pandemic. The top 10 airport rankings are based on comprehensive data collected from over 2,600 airports

Aviation UAE

Dubai Air Navigation Services Wins Digital Role Award

PR News Desk 08/04/2024

Company Honoured For Leveraging Technology Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS), the provider of air navigation services at four airports in the UAE, has been honoured with a ‘Best Entity in Digital Enablement Award’. DANS clinched the award for its efforts in leveraging technology to enhance safety and efficiency in air navigation services. The

Aviation Travel

World’s Best Airports for Customer Experience In 2023 Revealed

Arnold Pinto 31/03/2024

Nine Airports Have Won ASQ Awards In collaboration with travel technology giant Amadeus, Airports Council International (ACI) World has unveiled the much-anticipated winners of the 2023 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards. The ASQ programme has set a new record with over 400 participating airports in 2023, reflecting the aviation industry’s dedicated focus on

NEWS DESK

MATAR Completes Sixth Full-Scale Emergency Exercise at Hamad International Airport

PR News Desk 10/01/2024

MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airports Operation and Management successfully concluded its sixth full-scale emergency exercise for Hamad International Airport (DOH) titled ‘Emergency Exercise Oryx Kilo 2023’ on the 8th of January 2024. The full-scale exercise evaluated the effectiveness of external agencies’ response in accessing the new western development area and