Etihad Airways aircraft operations rated as one of cleanest and quietest by LHR
Etihad Airways has been given a top rating by London's Heathrow Airport for its emissions and night-time noise performance during the first three months of 2017.
Airports
in Airports Saudi government award contracts to airport developers
Posted 13 June 2017
The Saudi government has awarded contracts to major regional and international firms for development of five airports in the Kingdom, reports Al Deffiyah.
in Airports Dubai Airports selects Quintiq to plan and schedule its fixed resources
Posted 8 June 2017
Quintiq, a Dassault Systèmes brand and global leader in supply chain planning and optimisation (SCP&O), has been selected by Dubai Airports to plan and schedule its fixed resources at Dubai International and
in Airports / ATM & Regulatory NATS settles down in Abu Dhabi Airport free zone
Posted 4 June 2017
UK's leading provider of air traffic control services. NATS has become the 200th business to receive a trade licence from the Abu Dhabi Airports' Free Zone (ADAFZ)
in Airports STTS contracts ASI to build aircraft painting hangar at Dubai South
Posted 1 June 2017
STTS, painting & sealing specialist of airline, military and VIP aircraft, subsidiary of French group Finaero, has commenced its painting hangar works and contracts ASI at Dubai South.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Duty Free spreads the spirit of Ramadan
Posted 31 May 2017
Abu Dhabi Duty Free is offering passengers during the Ramadan season with various activities and initiatives aimed at spreading the spirit of the holy month throughout the airport.
in Airports DXB launches sleep lounge 'sleep 'n fly'
Posted 31 May 2017
Dubai International (DXB) terminal 3 has launched the sleep 'n fly lounge, offering a total of 27 pods and cabins allowing passengers easy rest.
in Airports Revamped EgyptAir duty-free shopping zones to open at TB2
Posted 31 May 2017
Egypt Tourism (Karnak) and Duty-Free Company will open a new revamped duty-free shopping, food and beverage outlets at the New Administrative Capital and Sphinx international airports by the coming fiscal year 2017/2018.
in Airports Jet Aviation to operate its FBO from the shared terminal at Dubai South
Posted 31 May 2017
Jet Aviation, together with its joint venture partner the Al Mulla Business Group, is outfitting a brand new facility in the shared terminal at Dubai South. The company plans its DWC FBO to go operational at the VIP
in Airports Emirates maps future airport experience with key partners
Posted 29 May 2017
Emirates has launched its “Together” initiative in collaboration with key partners: Dubai Customs, Dubai General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), Dubai Police, and Dubai Airports.
in Training / Airports / People Abu Dhabi brings top graduates to new terminal ORAT programme
Posted 28 May 2017
Abu Dhabi Airports has selected 19 candidates from its National Development Programme (NDP) to join its Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) team, which was launched earlier this year to prepare the Midfield
in Airports Experts highlight aviation industry challenges and opportunities at GALF
Posted 17 May 2017
Aviation leaders and experts highlighted key aviation industry issues, challenges and opportunities for the industry worldwide during the fifth Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF).
in Airports / ATM & Regulatory UAE sets out its goals for infrastructure
Posted 16 May 2017
DUBAI: Barbara Saunders | The UAE is aiming to take top ranking in the air transport infrastructure sector of the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index by 2021. Delivering the keynote address at the Global Airport Leaders' Forum in
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports signs MoU with Musanada
Posted 16 May 2017
Abu Dhabi Airports has signed an MoU with Abu Dhabi General Services Company “Musanada”, to strengthen cooperation between the two entities in the areas of knowledge sharing and facility development, to further support the growth of the
in Airports Latest innovative smart technology and solutions on display at Airport Show 2017
Posted 16 May 2017
The 17th edition of the Airport Show, currently underway at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) with over 300 exhibitors from 50 countries, has a wide line-up of latest
in Airports TAV awarded "Transport Project of the Year" in Dubai with Riyadh Airport Project
Posted 15 May 2017
TAV Construction, one of the leading construction companies worldwide in airport construction, was presented an award at the MEED Quality Awards for Projects competition held by MEED, one of the
in Airports Airport Show 2017 opens in Dubai
Posted 15 May 2017
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, inaugurated the 17th Airport Show at the Dubai International
in Airports Honeywell exhibits latest products at the Airport Show
Posted 15 May 2017
Honeywell will showcase some of its latest products at the Airport Show being held from May 15-17 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
in Airports Airport Show to have the largest ever international participation this year
Posted 10 May 2017
Organisers of the 17th edition of the Airport Show said it will have the largest ever international participation with eight dedicated country pavilions for global exhibitors to showcase and launch their
in Airports First cement pour of Kuwait's new airport terminal takes place
Posted 10 May 2017
A ceremony announcing the heavy construction works for the Kuwait International Airport New Passenger Terminal II took place yesterday.
in Airports Libya bans issuing of visas-on-arrival to five Islamic nationalities
Posted 10 May 2017
The Libyan Passport Control office has immediately scrapped the issuing of visas-on-arrival to Egyptians, Moroccans, Sudanese, Syrians and Bangladeshi citizens at the Mitiga International Airport. Oscar
in Airports SITA says 'baggage is getting better'
Posted 9 May 2017
Baggage management by the world's airlines improved again in 2016 as the industry focuses on technology investments and prepares for a step-change in handling by June 2018.
in Airports Falcon Aviation achieves GCAA approval for line maintenance support at Dubai South
Posted 9 May 2017
Falcon Aviation has achieved approval from the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) to perform third party line maintenance at its new Dubai South facility at Al Maktoum International
in Airports TAV adds two more airports in Saudi Arabia
Posted 5 May 2017
TAV Airports has included Qassim and Hail airports in Saudi Arabia to its portfolio following Madinah and Yanbu. TAV, with its partner Al Rajhi Group, will develop the two airports and operate them for 30 years.
in Airports SITA says airport baggage handling is getting better
Posted 4 May 2017
According to the SITA Baggage Report 2017, released today, the rate of mishandled bags was 5.73 bags per thousand passengers in 2016, down 12.25% from the previous year and the lowest ever recorded.
in Airports ADB Safegate to create the most intelligent airfield at Istanbul Airport
Posted 2 May 2017
ADB Safegate is to create the most intelligent airfield at the world's largest airport in Istanbul with the lighting implementation of 35,000 intelligent LED airfield lights.
in Airports Explosions rock Damascus Airport
Posted 27 April 2017
It has been reported that Israeli air strikes have hit an arms depot operated by the Lebanese Hezbollah group near Damascus airport.
in Airports TAV adds two more airports in Saudi Arabia
Posted 24 April 2017
TAV Airports included Qassim and Hail airports in Saudi Arabia to its portfolio following Madinah and Yanbu. TAV, with its partner Al Rajhi Group, will develop the two airports and operate them for 30 years.
in Airports ACI calls for immediate solution for the ban on on-board electronic devices
Posted 18 April 2017
Airports Council International (ACI) World calls for immediate solution for the ban on electronic devices in the aircraft cabin.
in Airports Qatar Airways meets IATA requirements for Resolution 753
Posted 18 April 2017
Qatar Airways has become the first airline in the world to achieve compliance with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Resolution 753 at its hub in Hamad International Airport (HIA).
in Airports Cologne Bonn adds third Moroccan link
Posted 10 April 2017
Cologne Bonn Airport will add Agadir to its network.
in Airports TAV to operate lounges at Santiago Airport in Chile
Posted 7 April 2017
Turkey's TAV Operation Services will operate two lounges at the terminal Building of Arturo Merino Benítez Santiago International Airport and will provide meet & assist services.
in Airports ENAV captures contract for Mitiga construction
Posted 4 April 2017
The Libyan Civil Aviation Authority (LCAA) has contracted Italian company Enav to construct the control tower and technical buildings at the Mitiga International Airport (MIA) just outside the capital Tripoli, reports Oscar Nkala.
in Features / Airports The airport 'proud to serve Aqaba'
Posted 30 March 2017
King Hussein International Airport in Jordan has expanded to accommodate tourist demand in the popular Red Sea resort of Aqaba.
in Airports Emirates Group Security hosts visit by Dubai Police Chief
Posted 29 March 2017
Emirates Group Security welcomed Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, commander-in-chief, Dubai Police at its headquarters on Sunday 26 March 2017.
in Airports TAV Airports helps new Zagreb Airport terminal go into operation
Posted 28 March 2017
Operated by a consortium including Turkey's TAV Airports, Zagreb Airport has put its new passenger terminal into operation.
in Air Transport / Technology / Events / Airports Impact of US and UK electronics ban to be assessed at World Aviation Safety Summit
Posted 26 March 2017
The impact of the US and UK bans on electronics from Muslim-majority countries will be cross examined at the fifth edition of the World Aviation Safety Summit, which will be held on 11 and 12 April in
in Airports Etihad Airways reassures passengers of service following directive on US-bound flights
Posted 24 March 2017
Etihad Airways is reassuring passengers of its highest level of service to minimise disruption following the introduction of a new US travel directive on electronic devices.
in Airports UK government announces restrictions on carriage of electronic items in the cabin
Posted 23 March 2017
The UK government has announced changes to aviation security measures on selected inbound flights to the UK that restrict the size of electronic items that may be carried by passengers in the cabin.
in Airports Qatar Airways welcomed Orbis Flying Eye Hospital to Doha
Posted 23 March 2017
Qatar Airways welcomed Orbis Flying Eye Hospital to Doha with an official reception at Doha International Airport (DIA).
in Airports Emirates expects busy spring break travel period
Posted 23 March 2017
Emirates expects high passenger traffic on its flights this upcoming weekend starting from Thursday 23rd March as travellers head abroad for spring and holiday break. Over 89,000 travellers will be passing through Emirates Terminal 3
in Features / Airports Operations from the ground up
Posted 23 March 2017
Keith Mwanalushi looks at the expansion of ground support operators and equipment in the Middle East region as the pressure mounts to remain competitive and maintain commercial viability.
in Airports Middle Eastern airlines and airports hit by electronics ban by US Government
Posted 21 March 2017
The US Department of Homeland Security is to implement a ban of passengers carrying personal electronic devices flying from key Middle Eastern airports including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha whose home
in Airports IATA and Hasan Kalyoncu University agree world's largest aviation training partnership
Posted 20 March 2017
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Hasan Kalyoncu University (HKU) announced a new partnership agreement to train more than 10,000 airport employees of the New Istanbul
in Airports Hamad International Airport named Sixth Best Airport in the World at Skytrax Awards
Posted 20 March 2017
Qatar Airways has congratulated its home and hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA), on being ranked Sixth Best Airport in the World by the 2017 Skytrax World Airport Awards, moving up four places
in Airports TAV signs agreement for Yanbu airport expansion
Posted 16 March 2017
TAV Airports has signed an agreement with the Civil Aviation Authority of Saudi Arabia (GACA) regarding the expansion and operation of the airport in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, together with its partner Al Rajhi Group.
in Airports Rockwell Collins introduces ARINC cMUSE
Posted 15 March 2017
Rockwell Collins has introduced ARINC cMUSETM, the company's next generation cloud-native Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) designed to provide an affordable and flexible check-in system for airports.
in Airports DXB unveils world's fastest free airport Wi-Fi
Posted 15 March 2017
Dubai Airports has unveiled the world's fastest free wi-fi connection at an airport to millions of passengers that travel through DXB each month.
in Airports VIDEO: New Istanbul Airport to bring massive jobs boost
Posted 14 March 2017
Researchers from Istanbul Economics, an independent consultancy company based in Istanbul, have measured the economic impact of Istanbul New Airport.
in Airports Dubai Duty Free Foundation signs MoU with Dubai Cares
Posted 13 March 2017
The Dubai Duty Free Foundation and Dubai Cares signed a MoU aimed at supporting the philanthropic efforts of both entities through Dubai Cares' far-reaching programmes that support the empowerment of children and young people in
in Airports ADATC phase one nears completion
Posted 10 March 2017
The first phase of the new Abu Dhabi Training Centre LLC (ADATC), the Abu Dhabi Aviation helicopter training subsidiary, will open at the end of March with eight bays completed, according to ADA Chairman Nadar Al Hammadi.
in Airports DWC welcomes its first scheduled A380 passenger flight
Posted 9 March 2017
Dubai World Central (DWC) has welcomed its first scheduled A380 passenger flight – Korean Air's flight KE9951 from Incheon International Airport in South Korea.
in Features / Airports Bucking the trends – airport IT solutions
Posted 9 March 2017
Investment in emerging airport technologies will be key to managing growth and meeting changing passenger expectations. Keith Mwanalushi examines how IT will influence the traveller experience.
in Airports Investment toward airport security high on priority for region's airports
Posted 7 March 2017
Airports across the Middle East are driving investment to the tune of millions of dollars toward airport technology with a view to enhancing security and ensuring a seamless passenger experience.
in Airports Abu Dhabi's midfield terminal opening delayed
Posted 7 March 2017
The opening of Abu Dhabi's US $2.94 billion Midfield Terminal has been delayed by two years, GCC newspapers have reported.
in Air Transport / Airports US travel to Islamic countries collapses in wake of Trump ban
Posted 6 March 2017
US bookings for travel to the Middle East collapsed in the wake of President Trump's travel ban, according to ForwardKeys, which monitors future travel patterns by analysing 16 million flight reservation transactions
in Airports Passenger traffic at DXB hits an all-time high in January
Posted 2 March 2017
Dubai International began the new year in top gear as monthly traffic in January reached an all-time high of eight million passengers, according to the traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today.
in Airports Jazeera Airways is building a new generation of Kuwaitis for the Aviation Industry
Posted 1 March 2017
Jazeera Airways recently announced the launch of its Graduate Development Program (GDP), aimed at growing the Kuwaiti talent in the aviation industry.
in Airports Istanbul New Airport set to be huge job creator
Posted 24 February 2017
With an estimated investment of 10.25 billion euros, Istanbul New Airport is not only the largest infrastructure project in Turkey's history, it will also be a massive job creator.
in Airports Dubai Airports: Concourse D welcomes 16.6 million passengers in first year
Posted 23 February 2017
Concourse D marks its first anniversary on February 24 following a successful inaugural year that saw over 16.6 million passengers.
in Airports AAR opens parts Warehouse in Dubai
Posted 10 February 2017
AAR has opened a parts warehouse at Dubai World Central (DWC) Airport.
in Airports Qatar developing independent company to run expanding airport
Posted 7 February 2017
Doha's rapidly expanding Hamad International Airport is to come under a new division of the Qatar Airways Group which is setting up a new company to manage and operate the airport.
in Airports Emirates opens access to its premium lounges at Dubai International Airport
Posted 2 February 2017
Emirates has launched an additional privilege to extend the usage of its lounges at Dubai International Airport to its Loyalty Programme members and their guests at a minimal fee regardless of their class of
in Airports Passenger traffic at DWC surges 84.5 per cent in 2016
Posted 31 January 2017
Passenger traffic at Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai's second international hub, witnessed a strong surge in 2016, climbing 84.5 per cent according to the traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Features / Airports Abu Dhabi fully geared for growth
Posted 30 January 2017
Working towards a common goal is vital for airport operators and the national carrier. Keith Mwanalushi looks at how Abu Dhabi International Airport is preparing for the surge in passengers, especially from Etihad Airways.
in Airports Oman Air moves both flights to Terminal 4 at London Heathrow
Posted 25 January 2017
Oman Air has announced both of its daily Muscat to London flights will arrive at and depart from Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport from January 31, 2017.
in Airports Jet Aviation commences operations at Washington Dulles International Airport
Posted 24 January 2017
Jet Aviation, that operates across the Middle East, has acquired Ross Aviation's Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at Washington Dulles International Airport.
in Airports DXB caps off 2016 with a record 83.6 million passengers
Posted 24 January 2017
Dubai International has retained its title as the world's number one airport for international passengers after near record numbers in December propelled the hub's annual traffic to 83.6 million passengers in 2016, according to
in Airports Oman Airports see new records for growth
Posted 17 January 2017
The number of passengers in Muscat International Airport exceeded 12 million passengers (+17%) in 2016. Salalah International Airport also broke its record – over 1,2 million passengers (+17%) resulting in increase in both domestic and
in Airports Dnata's UAE operations continued to grow in 2016
Posted 10 January 2017
In 2016, Dnata's UAE operations continued to grow, and marked several milestones during the course of the year.
in Airports Baggage handlers find snake on Emirates flight to Dubai
Posted 9 January 2017
An Emirates flight from Muscat to Dubai was cancelled today after baggage handlers discovered a snake in the cargo hold.
in Airports Passenger traffic at DXB grows 9.4 per cent in November
Posted 4 January 2017
Passenger traffic at Dubai international registered an increase of 9.4 per cent in November 2016, according to the monthly traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports.
in Features / Airports The model solution…
Posted 29 December 2016
Keith Mwanalushi speaks to Jeppesen's Tony Weatherington to explore the growing popularity for airport and airspace modelling systems and, in particular, their application in the Middle East region.
in Airports TAV tops ENR list of global airport contractors
Posted 28 December 2016
Standing out with the projects undertaken at the Middle East and Gulf Region, TAV Construction is named the world's largest company of 2016 in airport construction. Having been listed as the top company for three years in a row, the total
in Airports Emirates expects busy start to 2017
Posted 28 December 2016
Emirates expects a busy start to 2017, as travellers return from the holiday season.
in Airports Nearly 1.9 million passengers used Abu Dhabi International Airport in November
Posted 27 December 2016
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) received close to 1.9 million passengers in November, representing a 4.4% increase in airport traffic compared with November 2015.
in Airports Oman Air introduces the new Baggage Concept
Posted 23 December 2016
Oman Air is delighted to announce the introduction of a new baggage piece concept for launch in January 2017.
in Airports DC Aviation Al-Futtaim awarded Middle East Ground Handler of the Year by UAS
Posted 21 December 2016
Dubai-based DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) has been awarded by UAS International Trip Support as the best Ground Handler in 2016 for the Middle East region.
in Airports Esenbogaa maintains its position as a carbon neutral airport
Posted 21 December 2016
TAV Esenboga sustains its carbon emission at the optimum level through energy efficiency. As part of Airport Carbon Accreditation Program held by Airports Council International (ACI), Esenboga;a Airport renewed its
in Airports Security increasing priority for tech investments by World's Airports
Posted 21 December 2016
Airports are placing a higher priority on IT investments for passenger and airport security with 50% rating it a high priority, up from 37% last year.
in Airports Etihad Airways rolls out initiatives to ease check in over peak season
Posted 16 December 2016
Etihad Airways is implementing a range of initiatives to ensure the smooth handling of over 80,000 guests who are checking-in and travelling from, or through, its hub at Abu Dhabi International Airport over the
in Airports Dnata Airport Operations helps establish Dubai as a cruise hub
Posted 15 December 2016
Dnata Airport Operations marks 10 years of working with the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) to establish Dubai as a global cruise hub. From handling 55 cruise ship calls with 106,000 cruise
in Airports Emergency exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport on Wednesday
Posted 13 December 2016
Abu Dhabi Airports will conduct a full scale emergency exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport on 14th December, 2016, in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations issued by the General Civil Aviation
in Airports Emirates expects busy travel week ahead of holidays
Posted 13 December 2016
Emirates expects this week to be its busiest of 2016, as travellers head home or abroad for the holiday season. A total of 307,000 passengers are expected to pass through Emirates' Concourses and Terminal 3 between 14-17 December,
in Airports Falcon Aviation opens FBO at Dubai South
Posted 9 December 2016
Abu Dhabi's Falcon Aviation is to open its first FBO at Al Maktoum International (DWC), Dubai South and is looking to make its mark with a three-pronged project strategy aimed at positioning it as the VVIP service leader.
in Airports Dnata enters Canada with investment in GTA's cargo and ground handling operations
Posted 29 November 2016
Dnata has reached an agreement with Canada's GTA Aviation to purchase a 50 per cent stake in its cargo and ground handling operations at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
in Airports Madinah Airport welcomes first flight of AirAsia
Posted 25 November 2016
Madinah Airport has started to receive Kuala Lumpur flights of AirAsia, a Malaysian airline company.
in Airports Sani Şener talks about Turkey in Brussels
Posted 25 November 2016
The crisis managements during the terrorist attack to Istanbul Atatürk Airport and July 15th coup attempt were indicated to be exemplary at the conference organised by Airports Council International.
in Airports DXB welcomes 6.4 million passengers in October
Posted 24 November 2016
Dubai International has welcomed 6.4 million passengers in October, according to the monthly traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports Middle East airport project now worth than $100bn
Posted 22 November 2016
More than $100bn-worth of airport projects are underway and planned across the Middle East, according to the Aviation and Airports 2016 report from business intelligence service MEED.
in Airports Formula 1 cars arrive at Abu Dhabi International
Posted 22 November 2016
F1 fever is building ahead of this year's Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, as the racing cars arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
in Airports Emirates A380 forced to land without one landing gear
Posted 19 November 2016
An Emirates A380 aircraft was forced to land at Dubai without one landing gear set on November 9, reports Reuters.
in Airports Kufrah in Libya reopens to commercial traffic
Posted 17 November 2016
Kufrah in southeastern Libya has reopened to commercial traffic following almost a year-long closure, reports ch-aviation.
in Airports Dubai committed to development of airports and growth of global aviation sector
Posted 16 November 2016
Dubai remains firmly committed to the development of the Al Maktoum International Airport and to the growth of the global aviation sector, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of Dubai's Supreme
in Airports Manchester Airport's international artist in residence to capture authentic Doha
Posted 15 November 2016
Manchester Airport's international artist in residence has flown to Doha, Qatar, direct from Manchester as part of his three-year deal with the UK's third largest airport.
in Airports Passenger traffic at DWC surges 161 per cent in Q3
Posted 14 November 2016
Dubai World Central (DWC) which is listed among the world's top 20 international freight hubs is now gaining ground in the region as a popular airport for passengers with traffic surging 161 per cent in the third quarter, according to a
in Airports Oman Airports attends IATA slot conference in Atlanta
Posted 10 November 2016
Oman Airports is attending the IATA 139th Slot Conference, in the United States of America, Atlanta - between the 8th to the 11th of November 2016.
in Air Transport / Flight Services & Support / Airports / ATM & Regulatory Iraq aviation to be transformed under new deal with Lufthansa Consulting
Posted 8 November 2016
Lufthansa Consulting has been given a wide-ranging contract by the government of Iraq to help transform the country's civil aviation.
in Airports TAV Airports announces nine months results
Posted 8 November 2016
TAV Airports Holding has announced its 2016 nine-month financials, with revenue of EUR 814 million and EBITDA of EUR 349 million.
in Airports Oman Air moves both flights to T4 at London Heathrow
Posted 8 November 2016
Oman Air is delighted to announce that both of its daily Muscat to London flights will move to Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport from January 31, 2017.
