TAV triples the capacity of Gazipaşa Airport
The terminal building at Antalya Gazipaşa Airport was expanded three times the size and new parking zones were added to the apron through the investment made by TAV Airports.
Airports
in Airports Jazeera Airways inaugurates gates equipped with bridges at Kuwait International
Posted 1 July 2014
Jazeera Airways Group inaugurated four new gates equipped with two state-of-the-art bridges at Kuwait International Airport. The gates are exclusively operated by the airline, and enable Jazeera
in Airports Abu Dhabi International records 27.4% increase in passenger traffic for May
Posted 30 June 2014
Abu Dhabi International Airport recorded 27.4% increase in passenger traffic for the month of May 2014, the highest in the airports' history.
in Events / Airports Qatar Airways' CEO supports official opening of Heathrow's T2: The Queens Terminal
Posted 24 June 2014
The official opening of Heathrow's Terminal 2: The Queen's Terminal yesterday by Her Majesty The Queen, has been welcomed by HE Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways CEO and a non-exec director of Heathrow
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports begins UAE National students' summer training
Posted 23 June 2014
In line with its commitment to raise awareness about careers within the aviation industry, Abu Dhabi Airports will welcome 100 UAE National students this year for its Summer Training Programme.
in Airports Hamad International Airport unveils food and beverage outlets
Posted 23 June 2014
Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled a unique selection of food and beverage outlets to please the palates of every passenger travelling through Hamad International Airport (HIA), Qatar's new state-of-the-art
in Technology / Airports NATS develops "low cost" ATM training concept
Posted 15 June 2014
NATS, the UK air traffic management company has today announced some new technology into its training facilities which it believes will help develop a new low-cost and flexible training concept for developing markets.
in Training / Airports GCAS and CASS sign security deal
Posted 14 June 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports announced today that its training facility Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS) signed an MoU with Emirates Group Security - Centre of Aviation and Security Studies (CASS) to provide a number of joint Aviation Security training
in Airports Qatar Duty Free (QDF) unveil shopping proposition at Hamad International
Posted 11 June 2014
Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled a world-class shopping proposition for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports reports 22.5% increase in passenger traffic for April
Posted 9 June 2014 · 1 Comment
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 22.5% increase in passenger traffic during April 2014 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, as compared to April 2013.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports launches official facebook page
Posted 9 June 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the launch of its official Facebook page, further extending its presence across mainstream social media channels.
in Airports Abu Dhabi International Airport receives Best Airport in the Middle East award
Posted 4 June 2014
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) received last week the prestigious award of “Best Airport for the Middle East region” from the Airports Council International (ACI) in an award ceremony in Seoul,
in Airports IATA welcomes Smart Security and Fast Travel solutions from Qatar Airways and HIA
Posted 3 June 2014
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed and recognised the participation of Qatar Airways and the newly opened Hamad International Airport (HIA), Doha, in two key industry
in Airports Qatar completes the move to HIA this morning
Posted 27 May 2014
Barring any last-minute problems, at 09:00 this morning Doha time, Qatar Airways should move and commence its flight operations from Hamad International Airport, (HIA)
in Airports 6.1 million passengers pass through Dubai International in April
Posted 27 May 2014
Dubai International maintained its strong growth trend in April 2014, with more than 6.1 million passengers passing through the airport.
in Airports Picasso lithographs showcased at Etihad Airways' Paris premium lounge
Posted 27 May 2014
Etihad Airways has opened a unique new art exhibition showcasing lithographs from The Marina Picasso Legacy Collection in its premium lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
in Airports Oman Air moves Qatar operation to brand-new Doha Hamad International Airport
Posted 22 May 2014
Oman Air is to move its Qatar operation from Doha International Airport to the newly opened Doha Hamad International Airport, from 22nd May 2014.
in Airports New transfer facility opens at Abu Dhabi International Airport T3
Posted 21 May 2014
Abu Dhabi International Airport today announced the opening of a transfer passenger screening facility at Terminal 3 as part of its continued Capacity Enhancement Programme (CEP).
in Airports Etihad Airways opens First and Business Class Lounge at Sydney airport
Posted 21 May 2014
Etihad Airways has officially opened its new First and Business Class Lounge at Sydney's Kingsford Smith International Airport – the airline's first in Australia and the newest addition to its collection of
in Airports Qatar Airways CEO said European Airports should be open 24/7
Posted 20 May 2014
Qatar Airways chief executive Akbar Al Baker said Europe's growth is being “impeded” because its airports are not open 24 hours a day, reports Buying Business Travel.
in Training / Airports Saudi National Guard air traffic controllers graduate in New Zealand
Posted 15 May 2014 · 1 Comment
A group of air traffic control students from Saudi Arabia National Guard has graduated at New Zealand based Airways' academy, marking the completion of a successful two-year investment by Saudi Arabian Ministry of
in Airports TAV Airports Holding announce a net profit of €20 million in Q1 of 2014
Posted 13 May 2014
Regional airport operator of Turkey, TAV Airports Holding, has announced a net profit of €20 million in first quarter of 2014, up by 28% compared to the previous year.
in Airports Qatar Airways prepares to move to Hamad International Airport
Posted 12 May 2014
Qatar Airways will officially move to its new home at Hamad International Airport (HIA), the world's newest state-of-the art hub, on May 27, 2014, when the world-class facility will become the new home for the national
in Airports Airport Show opens in Dubai as Middle East leads passenger growth
Posted 11 May 2014
The 14th Airport Show opened in Dubai today with Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum sending a clear message that the investment in the emirate's aviation infrastructure will continue.
in Airports Air Arabia starts operations from RAK International Airport
Posted 7 May 2014
Air Arabia has marked the start of operations from Ras Al Khaimah, with an official ceremony attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Saud Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, His Excellency Engr. Sheikh Salem Bin
in Airports Cavotec to unveil latest technology at Airport Show
Posted 6 May 2014
Participating in the Airport Show for the 14th successive year, Cavotec Middle East will utilise the B2B event to showcase its latest innovation and breakthrough technology for the aviation industry.
in Airports Retailers flock to Abu Dhabi for the MTB duty free tender bonanza
Posted 6 May 2014
All interested bidders, comprising the best duty free concessionaires in the world, have received a mandatory detailed presentation on the scope and specifications of the duty free area and the different retail
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports signs MoC with Fujairah Airport
Posted 5 May 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports and Fujairah Airport today signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to develop an airport development master plan that will ensure the delivery of an efficient and adequate expansion program for Fujairah
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Airports UAE admitted into the SAFA programme for Europe
Posted 30 April 2014
UAE has become the first non-European state to be granted full membership in European Union's Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft, known as SAFA.
in Airports Qatar Airways marks opening of HIA with VIP flight
Posted 30 April 2014
Hamad International Airport (HIA) welcomed a celebratory Qatar Airways' VIP flight this morning, upon the airport's highly anticipated opening.
in Airports New terminal opens at Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport
Posted 30 April 2014
The new €265 million domestic terminal at Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport in western Turkey has officially been opened.
in Airports Qatar's Hamad International Airport opens
Posted 30 April 2014
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has received its first passengers today, reports Gulf Business.
in Airports DWC records strong passenger and freight traffic growth in Q1 2014
Posted 30 April 2014
Passenger and freight volumes at Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) continued to grow strongly in the first quarter of 2014 as more airlines commenced operations at Dubai's second airport.
in Airports 6.2 million passengers pass through Dubai International in March 2014
Posted 28 April 2014
More than 6 million passengers passed through Dubai International in March 2014, driven by the expanding networks of Emirates airline and flydubai, according to the latest traffic statistics issued by operator
in Airports Additional projects at Abu Dhabi airport gets government approval
Posted 26 April 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has received government approval for three projects that further support the master plan for the development of Abu Dhabi International Airports' overall infrastructure programme.
in Airports Record summer flight schedule takes off at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Posted 23 April 2014
Six new destinations and 71 extra flights a week to India are the highlights of Abu Dhabi International Airport's summer 2014 flying schedule for air travellers, the busiest in its history.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports releases first quarter results of 2014
Posted 22 April 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 15.1% increase in passenger traffic during the first quarter of 2014 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, as compared to Q1 2013.
in Events / Airports Airport Show sees increased number of international buyers attending
Posted 20 April 2014
Decision-makers from key regional airports and aviation organisations have signed up as Hosted Buyers for the 14th edition of Airport Show taking place in Dubai from May 11 to 13.
in Air Transport / General Aviation / Flight Services & Support / Airports UAE hosts ATM symposium
Posted 18 April 2014
The UAE hosted a symposium on air traffic management (ATM) in Abu Dhabi last week, to focus the attention on the challenges the region is facing for its air navigation.
in Airports Emirates reduces flights to 41 destinations for 80 day period
Posted 17 April 2014
Emirates airline will continue to serve all of its worldwide destinations during the 80-day period of runway upgrading works at Dubai International starting 1 May.
in Airports Ras Al Khaimah prepares to welcome new Air Arabia hub
Posted 15 April 2014 · 1 Comment
Air Arabia, the newly designated carrier of Ras Al Khaimah, today joined the emirate's tourism and aviation authorities to announce the operational details of its soon to open hub at RAK International Airport.
in Airports Hamad International to become operational end of this month
Posted 11 April 2014
NOTAM reports issued by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority have sent a clear indication that the country's new international airport will become operational at the end of this month.
in Airports Abu Dhabi International opens fragrance boutique at T3
Posted 10 April 2014
In partnership with DFS Group, Abu Dhabi International Airport has opened its new 'Fragrances by DFS' boutique.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Emirates celebrates 10 years at Glasgow Airport
Posted 10 April 2014
In celebration of Emirates' 10 successful years at Glasgow Airport, an Emirates A380 will today fly a one-off Glasgow to Dubai service and open a new dedicated lounge facility at the Scottish airport this summer.
in General Aviation / Airports Shell launches its global Aviation Centre of Excellence for FBOs and small airports
Posted 9 April 2014
Oil company Shell has today formally launched its global Aviation Centre of Excellence (ACE) - a proposition designed for fixed-base operators (FBOs) and small and medium size airports.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Qatar Airways moves into Tokyo's Narita Airport T2
Posted 9 April 2014
Qatar Airways has moved to join its fellow oneworld alliance partners in Terminal 2 of Tokyo's Narita International Airport.
in Air Transport / Technology / Airports NATS and ProSky sign deal to aid efficiency of air traffic systems
Posted 9 April 2014
UK air traffic services provider NATS signed an MoU in Abu Dhabi this week with Airbus ProSky, with the aim of providing new market propositions that can increase capacity and improve the efficiency of the air traffic
in Air Transport / Airports Partnerships are vital - Hogan says in Global Aerospace Summit keynote
Posted 7 April 2014
Etihad Airways and its Abu Dhabi home-base continue to benefit from the airline's strategy of working closely with network partners which, in turn, is supporting economic growth in markets around the world,
in Airports Abu Dhabi International Airport sees 15.6% passenger increase in February
Posted 31 March 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 15.6% increase in passenger traffic during February 2014 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, as compared to February 2013.
in Events / Airports Qatar Airways wins Best Premium Service Facilities at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2014
Posted 31 March 2014
For the fourth consecutive year Qatar Airways took home Best Premium Service Facilities at the Skytrax World Airport Awards, held last week in Barcelona, Spain.
in Airports SITA reports baggage mishandling is lowest ever recorded
Posted 26 March 2014
Airline baggage delivery hit an all-time high in 2013, with the mishandling rate dropping more than 21% from 2012, according to air transport IT specialist, SITA.
in Airports Serco to provide air navigation services at Sharjah International Airport
Posted 26 March 2014
Serco, the international service company, has announced that it has signed a contract with Sharjah Civil Aviation Department to continue to provide air navigation services at Sharjah International
in Airports Dubai International passenger traffic tops 5.6 million in February
Posted 25 March 2014
Double-digit passenger traffic growth continued at Dubai International for the seventh consecutive month during February, according to the latest traffic statistics issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports Cairo and Dubai International Airports lead ACI's Director General's roll of excellence.
Posted 24 March 2014
Airports Council International (ACI) has announced this year's inductees into ACI's Director General's Roll of Excellence.
in Airports Tripoli main runway remains closed after weekend bomb attack
Posted 24 March 2014
Libyan authorities are continuing to investigate the security breach that led to a bomb being exploded on the runway of Tripoli's main airport at the weekend.
in Airports TAV adds Milas-Bodrum Airport to its portfolio
Posted 24 March 2014
TAV Airports has submitted the highest bid of 717 million Euro+VAT during the tender held regarding the operating rights of the Milas-Bodrum Airport, one of the most significant tourism destinations of Turkey, for 20 years.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports signs fuel services agreement with ADNOC
Posted 12 March 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports today signed an agreement with ADNOC Distribution to support Abu Dhabi International Airport's (AUH) growth, well beyond the opening of the Midfield Terminal.
in Airports Extra Etihad Airways flights to clear yesterday's runway closure
Posted 7 March 2014
Etihad Airways is operating extra flights today to help clear the backlog of passengers affected by yesterday's runway closure during dense fog at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airport sees aircraft diverted due to bad visibility
Posted 6 March 2014
As a result of the extreme low visibility conditions at Abu Dhabi International Airport this morning, a number of aircraft were diverted to other airports in the region.
in Business Aviation / Airports ADAE 2014: Royal Jet is on target for new Al Bateen headquarters
Posted 27 February 2014
Abu Dhabi-based international luxury flight services company Royal Jet confirmed today that the planning and development of its integrated base at Al Bateen executive airport is well underway with first phase
in Airports Dubai International starts 2014 with record 6.4 million passengers
Posted 26 February 2014
Dubai International started the New Year with record monthly traffic, exceeding 6.4 million passengers in January.
in Airports Jet Aviation prepares for DWC move
Posted 26 February 2014
Jet Aviation is preparing to move its Dubai operations to Dubai World Central (DWC) during runway construction at the emirate's international airport, from May through July, the company said yesterday.
in Airports Turkish Airlines expands departures lounge
Posted 21 February 2014
Turkish Airlines has further enhanced the award winning services offered by Europe's Best Airline* with a 40 per cent expansion and design refurbishment of its departure lounge at Ataturk International Airport.
in Airports Abu Dhabi International Airport sees passenger growth in January
Posted 18 February 2014
Passenger growth at Abu Dhabi International Airport has marked another double digit increase with a 14.5% rise for January compared to the same month last year.
in Airports UAE air traffic continues to witness growth but slow going for secondary airports
Posted 17 February 2014
Air traffic over and into the UAE continued to see growth into the new year with more than 5% increase compared to the same month in 2013.
in Airports Middle East leads world airport growth figures according to ACI
Posted 16 February 2014
Middle East airports continued to dominate global growth statistics according to ACI, the umbrella group for airports worldwide. In its annual report, ACI said that the Middle East continued to achieve the highest
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports on the lookout for world class retail partners
Posted 14 February 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports' Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) – is inviting bids from potential commercial partners to deliver “the jewel in the crown” of global aviation.
in Airports First arch raised on MTB
Posted 5 February 2014
Today the first assembled steel arch of the Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) was installed at Abu Dhabi Airports, marking the launch of the roof structure sequence for the mega project which will change the skyline of Abu Dhabi as the future gateway continues to rise
in Air Transport / Airports Air Arabia steps in to put RAK back on the airline map
Posted 2 February 2014 · 3 Comments
Following the collapse of RAK Airways a month ago, Sharjah-based Air Arabia has stepped in to rescue services to the northern-most emirate.
in Business Aviation / Airports Al Bateen continues to witness growth
Posted 2 February 2014
Abu Dhabi's executive airport, Al Bateen, is continuing to see growth. Abu Dhabi Airports announced today an 18% increase in visiting aircraft traffic and 6% increase in commercial aircraft traffic during 2013, compared to 2012.
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Airports UAE lays out its strategic plan for aviation future
Posted 31 January 2014
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched its new strategic plan for the years 2014-2016 under the theme “Building the Future of Aviation Together”, which, it said, will have a positive impact on the civil aviation
in Airports Abu Dhabi International received record passenger figures in 2013
Posted 29 January 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported that 2013 was once again a record year in Abu Dhabi International Airport's history.
in Airports Dubai International announces record month and year
Posted 29 January 2014
Dubai International registered another banner year with annual passenger traffic reaching 66,431,533 in 2013, following a record-breaking December when passenger numbers eclipsed the 6 million mark for the first time.
in Air Transport / Technology / Airports Dubai Airports awards Northrop Grumman ARC analytics contract
Posted 24 January 2014
Dubai Airports has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation a contract for the delivery of the Analytics module of its Airport Realtime Collaboration (ARC) suite to Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS).
in Events / Airports Expo 2020 to boost UAE airport investments
Posted 20 January 2014
Dubai will host Expo 2020 which is expected to spur an unprecedented airport investments boom in UAE.
in Air Transport / Flight Services & Support / Airports / People / Show News Bahrain Airshow: new airline announcement good news for SGSC
Posted 17 January 2014
Saudi Ground Services Company says yesterday's announcement of the launch of the new Saudi Gulf airline can only mean good news.
in Airports Bahrain Airshow: Sudan signs contract for Phase 2 of new airport
Posted 17 January 2014
Khartoum Airport has outlined its aspiration to become a major hub for Africa following the signing of a major development contract with a Chinese contractor at the Bahrain Airshow yesterday.
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Technology / Airports CANSO outlines plans for Middle East ATM strategy
Posted 16 January 2014
Global air traffic management group CANSO is planning on its Middle East conference agreeing a Middle East strategy and engagement plan for the region's air traffic management,
in Airports Bahrain International Airport launches $80 million programme kicking off with airbridge deal
Posted 16 January 2014
Bahrain International Airport has launched a BD30 million ($80 million) programme of short-term enhancements, with an order to replace the airbridges at the Muharraq site.
in Airports Qatar Duty free helps bring in Chinese new-year with retail promotions
Posted 16 January 2014
Qatar Duty Free (QDF), a subsidiary of Qatar Airways has ushered in the lucky year of the Horse this Chinese New Year with themed promotions all through January and February in 2014.
in Airports Emirates recognised for support to Australian security
Posted 16 January 2014
Emirates Group Security has received an award by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection in recognition of the Group's cooperation and assistance in border enforcement.
in Airports DWC opens new Glenbeigh facility
Posted 10 January 2014
Glenbeigh Records Management (GRM) officially opened its facility at Dubai World Central (DWC) yesterday in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation and the Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny, who is
in Air Transport / Airports Flydubai to move summer operations to DWC
Posted 31 December 2013
Flydubai is to move some of its summer operations to Dubai World Central (DWC) in a move that many industry analysts believe could herald a greater exodus to the new Al Maktoum International Airpory.
in Events / Airports Airport Show set to grow as Dubai date set
Posted 31 December 2013
The Airport Show 2014 edition will be held in Dubai from May 11 to 13 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
in Airports Dubai International set to surpass annual forecast of 65.4 million passengers
Posted 30 December 2013
Dubai International is set to surpass the traffic forecast for the year, as the airport recorded another month of high growth this November, according to the monthly traffic report issued by Dubai
in Airports Middle East airports investing heavily in security
Posted 29 December 2013
The Arabian Gulf states are investing massively in airport security to eliminate potential risks and threats and ensure a seamless experience to millions of passengers who are passing through the world's new global travel crossroads.
in Airports Premier Inn Hotel opens at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Posted 18 December 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the grand opening of the Premier Inn hotel at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Air Transport / Airports / People AACO elects Hala Azam to chair ERPTF
Posted 18 December 2013
Gulf Air's manager of Emergency Response Planning and Security, Mrs Hala Azam has been elected for a three year term, to the position of chairperson of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation's (AACO) first Emergency Response Planning Taskforce (ERPTF).
in Events / Airports ARFF: Fire and rescue takes key spot at Dubai conference
Posted 11 December 2013 · 1 Comment
The global aircraft rescue and fire fighting conference - ARFF 2013 has been taking place at the Oberoi Hotel in Dubai yesterday and today having opened with key messages aimed to ensure the world's airports are ready to deal with
in Technology / Airports Thales sign contract with Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority
Posted 11 December 2013
Thales signed a contract with the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) for the modernisation of Iraqi airspace.
in Airports Jetex introduces Bentley at DWC
Posted 11 December 2013
Jetex Flight Support has entered into an agreement with Bentley Motors Middle East to offer chauffeured luxury car transportation at the company's new FBO at Dubai World Central.
in Airports SITA supplies self-service kiosks to Kuwait International
Posted 9 December 2013
Kuwait International Airport's seven million annual passengers will enjoy new self-service check-in kiosks in a deal with air transport IT specialist, SITA.
in Air Transport / Airports Kuwait's air regulatory system in safe hands with CAAi
Posted 6 December 2013
Aviation consultancy specialist CAA International (CAAi) has won an exclusive advisory services contract to review and provide recommendations on the update of Kuwait's safety regulatory system in compliance with the
in Airports Passengers to Abu Dhabi International prefer counter service to smartphone
Posted 4 December 2013
An impressive 84% of passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport carry a smartphone, according to the latest global survey by air transport IT provider SITA. The 2013.
in Air Transport / Airports HIA commences ops with first cargo shipment
Posted 3 December 2013
On 1 December 2013 at 22:00 (local time), the first Qatar Airways Cargo shipment was received at the new Hamad International Airport (HIA).
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports demonstrates its national pride to travellers
Posted 28 November 2013
To commemorate the 42nd National Day, Abu Dhabi Airports is ensuring that passengers, visitors and employees will have an opportunity to learn about the UAE's history.
in Airports Arinc recognised for RAK International's new processing systems
Posted 26 November 2013
Arinc EMEA scooped a highly commended accolade in the Technology Implementation of the Year category in the prestigious Aviation Business Awards 2013 - held during the Dubai Air Show last week - for the new processing
in Airports Emirates' opens two more retail stores on Concourse A
Posted 14 November 2013
Emirates recently expanded its presence at Dubai International airport with the opening of two new retail stores in Concourse A. Featuring more than 200 items of Emirates merchandise, the stores are the airline's eighth and ninth
in Airports Passenger traffic at Abu Dhabi International Airport increases by 10.1% in September
Posted 6 November 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports has released Abu Dhabi International Airport's (AUH) traffic report for the month of September 2013.
in Airports QAIA closes down as dust storm hits Amman
Posted 30 October 2013
Royal Jordanian diverted several flights to Aqaba today due to dusty weather
