Emirates re-opens worldwide lounges beginning with Cairo
Emirates is re-opening its lounges around the world beginning with the Emirates lounge in Cairo International Airport.
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in Airports Swissport expands its services in Saudi Arabia
Posted 25 November 2020
Swissport International has added Al-Qassim to its growing network in the Middle East. Last week, a first flight of Pakistan International Airlines has been handled successfully at Prince Naïf Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ) in
in Airports SITA and Orange Business Services implement edge connectivity at airports
Posted 24 November 2020
SITA and Orange Business Services have implemented a multi-tenant edge SD-WAN platform at more than 60 airports globally through SITA’s shared connectivity platform AirportHub.
in Airports Abu Dhabi International to introduce new ‘Smart Travel’ features
Posted 16 November 2020
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is trialling a new enhanced ‘Smart Travel’ system, developed by Abu Dhabi Airports in partnership with ConvergentAI and powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), to shorten
in Airports Serco to support Sharjah Airport’s Emiratisation programme
Posted 5 November 2020
Serco Middle East has been appointed to support Sharjah International Airport’s Emiratisation programme, which will reach 47% of the total Sharjah ATC workforce by 2025.
in Airports TAV Airports served 21 m passengers in nine months
Posted 3 November 2020
Turkey's TAV Airports announced its operational and financial results pertaining to the first nine months of the year.
in Airports Bahrain International Airport receives Airport Health Accreditation
Posted 2 November 2020
Bahrain International Airport (BIA) became the latest airport in the Middle East to receive Airport Health Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI) World, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC)
in Airports Cavotec to supply fuel systems to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Posted 26 October 2020
Cavotec has won a contract to supply its in-ground fuelling systems to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
in Air Transport / Features / Airports / People How outsourcing can help save the air transport sector
Posted 25 October 2020
Peter Mohring, Managing Director of Transport, Serco Middle East, explores why it has never been timelier for the air transport sector to embrace outsourcing to help with post pandemic recovery.
in Airports Emirates launches integrated biometric path at DXB
Posted 23 October 2020
Emirates' has launched an integrated biometric path at Dubai International airport (DXB). The contactless airport experience is now open to Emirates passengers travelling from and through Dubai.
in Airports TAV reinforces pledge to provide a safe travel experience
Posted 20 October 2020
Turkey’s TAV Airports is to join the Airports Council International’s (ACI World) Airport Health Accreditation programme for 11 airports operated by the company.
in Airports Airport Show announces new Digital Event in 2020
Posted 19 October 2020
The organisers of The Airport Show have unveiled plans to hold a new 'digital only' event in 2020 to keep the aviation community connected ahead of the Hybrid+ event planned in May 2021.
in Airports Sharjah Airport expansion and revamp backs revival plans
Posted 16 October 2020
Sharjah Airport has made good use of the downtime caused by the Coronavirus lockdown by undergoing a $11 million expansion and a major maintenance programme which included a redesign of the entrance to arrivals, refreshing
in Airports Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority appoints National Aviation Services
Posted 15 October 2020
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) has assigned National Aviation Services (NAS) to upgrade and operate passenger-handling services and processes at the Baghdad International Airport.
in Airports Dubai Airports celebrates its 60th anniversary
Posted 12 October 2020
Dubai Airports last week marked the 60th anniversary of the official opening of Dubai International (DXB).
in Airports Turkish Technic opens one of the largest maintenance hangars in the world
Posted 12 October 2020
Turkish Technic has completed the construction of new hangars at Istanbul Airport.
in Features / Airports Big changes on the way in the post-Covid world
Posted 9 October 2020
As the airline industry begins to emerge from its Covid-19 hibernation, airports are going to be very different places for the foreseeable future.
in Airports Dnata implements integrated, temperature-controlled cool chain
Posted 8 October 2020
Dnata has enhanced its pharma handling capabilities in Singapore by launching cool dollies in its operations.
in Airports Emirates Group Security receives UK delegation
Posted 7 October 2020
Emirates Group Security has hosted a meeting with Deputy British Ambassador to the UAE, Sophia Brecknell and The British Consul General to Dubai, Andrew Jackson, along with a delegation of UK law enforcement and aviation security
in Airports Marhaba opens new airport lounge in Manila
Posted 7 October 2020
Marhaba has opened an airport lounge at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila. Philippines.
in Airports Emirates enhances airport self check-in kiosks in Dubai
Posted 30 September 2020
Emirates has introduced self check-in and bag drop kiosks at Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport.
in Airports Istanbul Airport construction documentary released
Posted 29 September 2020
A documentary film narrating the story of Istanbul Airport as the largest project in the history of the Republic, from its initial stages of gestation, to the airport’s shift to operation at full capacity - 'A Monument of Victory:
in Airports Abu Dhabi International introduces new Fast Track Flight Connections initiative
Posted 21 September 2020
Abu Dhabi International Airport has launched a new initiative for international transfer passengers, facilitating shorter connection times by increasing the speed of transiting through the
in Airports SAL starts operations of customs security areas at Saudi’s main airports
Posted 10 September 2020
Saudi Arabian Logistics (SAL), a member of the Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation, has officially begun running the operations of customs security areas across most of the Kingdom’s airports.
in Airports Look no hands! Collins launches no touch check in.
Posted 2 September 2020
Collins Aerospace has eliminated the need to physically touch kiosk screens during airport check-in and baggage drops.
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / Airports Guide to Asian aviation in one book
Posted 1 September 2020
SP’s Civil Aviation Yearbook follows the tradition of the publisher’s Military Yearbook which was first published 55 years ago.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes passengers from MEA
Posted 21 August 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed Lebanese travellers arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) with special gifts upon their disembarkation from Middle East Airlines (MEA) flight ME418.
in Airports Istanbul first airport to achieve top health safety status.
Posted 19 August 2020
Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced that Istanbul Airport has become the first airport to be accredited through its new Airport Health Accreditation programme.
in Airports Sharjah Airport becomes first carbon-neutral airport in GCC
Posted 18 August 2020
Sharjah Airport has become the first carbon-neutral airport in GCC and the second in the Middle East.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone sees increase of customers
Posted 17 August 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ) has recorded a 109% increase in the number of companies registering with the free zone authority in the first half of 2020, as compared to the same period in 2019.
in Airports ADAFZ bucks the trend with upturn in tenants
Posted 16 August 2020
Despite the concerns over the aviation and aerospace industries Abu Dhabi is witnessing growth in an area that acts as an indicator of the future health of the industry
in Airports Rafic Hariri International suffers damage after huge blast
Posted 5 August 2020
Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport suffered major damage to its roof after the catastrophic blast at a warehouse packed with explosives at the Port of Beirut six miles from the airport on Tuesday.
in Airports PCR test mandatory before entering Lebanon
Posted 3 August 2020
Middle East Airlines have said that PCR Test is mandatory before entering Lebanon from any country.
in Airports TAV served 11.4m passengers in 1H 2020
Posted 28 July 2020
Turkey’s TAV Airports served 11.4 million passengers in the first half of 2020.
in Airports SITA: A secure walk-through travel experience at airports
Posted 21 July 2020
SITA and NEC Corporation have announced a global partnership to develop solutions that enable a secure walk-through travel experience at airports, leveraging NEC’s I:Delight identity management platform together with
in Airports SITA: Runway for future operations
Posted 21 July 2020
SITA has released a new paper outlining the company’s vision for the immediate future of air travel.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism New Saudi Red Sea airport contracts awarded
Posted 16 July 2020
Saudi developers have let a fast turnaround major contract to build a new international airport for a 100% sustainable tourist resort on the Red Sea.
in Airports Dnata takes on new roles to support airline customers
Posted 15 July 2020
Dnata has taken on new roles to support and create value for airline customers and local communities amid COVID-19 challenges.
in Airports Etihad expands hand baggage only ‘Deal Fare’
Posted 15 July 2020
Etihad Airways has expanded its hand baggage only ‘Deal Fare’ which allows travellers to purchase lower fares in Economy Class if no checked baggage is required, to include destinations across Europe and Asia.
in Airports TAV commits to EASA aviation industry charter
Posted 7 July 2020
Turkey’s TAV Airports has committed to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) charter to implement the operational guidelines to protect the health and safety of staff, crews and passengers in light of COVID-19.
in Flight Services & Support / Airports SGS enjoying benefit of digital transformation with SAP award
Posted 6 July 2020
Saudi Ground Services,(SGS), Saudi Arabia’s major ground handling service provider has been pushing forward with its digital transformation across many of its departments and services in order to improve efficiency and
in Airports Marhaba reopens popular airport lounges at DXB
Posted 2 July 2020
Marhaba, Dnata's airport hospitality brand, has reopened two of its popular airport lounges at Dubai International's (DXB) Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 (Concourse "B") with enhanced safety measures.
in Airports Smiths Detection to supply security-screening equipment to Kuwait airport
Posted 30 June 2020
Smiths Detection will supply hold-baggage screening equipment for Kuwait’s new International Airport Terminal 2, which is currently under construction.
in Airports Emirates resumes on-ground services for premium customers
Posted 30 June 2020
From 1 July, Emirates' premium customers can once again enjoy the airline's signature Chauffeur Drive service (CDS) and airport lounge at its Dubai hub.
in Airports Airbus concludes ATTOL with fully autonomous flight tests
Posted 29 June 2020
Following an extensive two-year flight test programme, Airbus has successfully concluded its Autonomous Taxi, Take-Off and Landing (ATTOL) project.
in Air Transport / Airports Morocco to restart domestic flights this week
Posted 22 June 2020
Domestic flights in Morocco are set to resume on 25 June, in line with the partial easing of lockdown restrictions in parts of the country.
in Airports Dnata achieves highest safety standards in Erbil
Posted 22 June 2020
Dnata has been recognised for achieving the highest safety standards at Erbil International Airport in Iraq.
in Features / Airports A new lounge… but no time to relax for Premium Plaza boss
Posted 19 June 2020
The latest Premium Plaza Lounge opened in Dubai International Airport Terminal 3 in January. The 1,260sqm facility is the third in the UAE, joining two at Abu Dhabi International.
in Airports Marhaba offers safety first at Dubai airports
Posted 17 June 2020
Marhaba, Dnata's airport hospitality brand, has enhanced its offering to help Dubai passengers enjoy a safe, seamless and worry-free travel experience throughout their journey.
in Defence / Airports Baghdad Airport under rocket attack
Posted 16 June 2020
Baghdad Airport came under rocket attack early this morning. According to a statement from the Iraq military there were no casualties.
in Air Transport / Airports Beirut to reopen to commercial air traffic in July
Posted 15 June 2020
Lebanon's Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport will reopen to international movements, the transport minister announced today.
in Features / Airports Why bigger may not be better
Posted 4 June 2020
The future for air transport? Perhaps a very different format from today’s that will require joined-up thinking from politicians, airports and airlines, suggests Dubai Airports’ CEO, Paul Griffiths. Alan Dron reports.
in Airports Cargo operator presents PPE to Dubai as a thank you for police efforts
Posted 4 June 2020
The regional office for the Gulf US cargo operator National Air Cargo has been so impressed with the support of Dubai Police during the coronavirus pandemic that it has donated 100,000 masks and gloves for
in Airports Smiths Detection: Airport screening in a Covid-19 environment
Posted 22 May 2020
Richard Thompson, global market director aviation, Smiths Detection shares insights into the solutions that will enable new health and hygiene standards whilst enhancing security at the checkpoint - a typical
in Airports Dubai Airports CEO speaks out on post-COVID-19 recovery plans
Posted 18 May 2020
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths has said the timing and the speed of air traffic recovery will ultimately depend on the development of a vaccine or treatment for COVID-19.
in Airports Jazeera Airways converts parking facility into Covid-19 drive-through testing centre
Posted 18 May 2020
Jazeera Airways has converted its Park & Fly facility in record time for free use by the Ministry of Health to perform the first drive-through Covid-19 virus tests in Kuwait.
in Airports TAV signs SPA for Almaty Airport
Posted 15 May 2020
Turkey’s TAV Airports has signed a shared purchase agreement to buy Almaty Airport, the main gateway of Kazakhstan.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports facilitates inbound/outbound repatriation flights for Etihad
Posted 15 May 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports is to facilitate inbound and outbound repatriation flights for Etihad Airways until 30 May 2020.
in Features / Airports When your face is your passport to faster travel
Posted 13 May 2020
Passports and other documentation are set to become things of the past for Emirates Airline passengers travelling between Dubai and the US, with the arrival of biometric boarding systems. Alan Dron reports.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports supporting efforts to combat global COVID-19 pandemic
Posted 11 May 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports is supporting global efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic by ensuring the safe, secure and efficient transport of essential supplies and equipment through Abu Dhabi International
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports collaborates with UAE industry to develop robotic technology
Posted 7 May 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with Tawazun Strategic Development Fund (TSDF) to launch the new CoDi BOT UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicle), designed and manufactured by UAE-based company Marakeb
in Airports Dubai Airports celebrates ‘frontline heroes’ on International Firefighters Day
Posted 5 May 2020
Dubai Airports has this week highlighted the crucial role of the Airport Fire Services in supporting the smooth operation and growth of its airports by providing a safe airport environment.
in Airports Wizz Air to launch first European low-cost flights to Abu Dhabi
Posted 4 May 2020
Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe and Europe’s greenest airline, has announced five new routes from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
in Features / Airports Expansion programme takes Qatar to a HIA level
Posted 1 May 2020
Qatar’s Hamad International Airport has unveiled plans for its Phase II expansion programme, designed to boost the airport’s capacity to more than 50 million passengers annually. Alan Dron reports.
in Airports Dubai Airports' programme supports business partners during pandemic
Posted 27 April 2020
Dubai Airports is working closely with its aviation and commercial partners and is planning for a gradual remobilisation once travel restrictions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic are lifted.
in Airports TAV: We will emerge out of this crisis even stronger
Posted 27 April 2020
Turkey's TAV Airports Holding announces first quarter financial results.
in Airports Airfield Lighting System upgrade completed at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Posted 13 April 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports has successfully upgraded the Airfield Lighting System of the Southern Runway at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to a CAT-IIIB system, joining a select group of international
in Airports DXB moves to support increases in cargo operations during pandemic
Posted 13 April 2020
Dubai International (DXB) has moved quickly to facilitate an increase in the number of cargo operations to increase the volume of perishables and pharmaceuticals as its cargo and logistics operations work with
in Features / Airports Moroccan airports on course to hit new heights
Posted 26 March 2020
As part of its srategy to increase international and regional capacity, The Moroccan Airports Authority (ONDA) has carried out major infrastructure projects, including the extension of Terminal 1 at Casablanca International Airport and
in Airports Muscat Internatonal Airport closes until further notice
Posted 25 March 2020
Oman Air is suspending all passenger services to and from Muscat starting from noon, March 29 until further notice.
in Airports Terminal moves at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Posted 20 March 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports has temporarily moved several flights from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
in Airports Egyptian airports close to avoid spread of Covid-19
Posted 17 March 2020
Air traffic is to be suspended in all Egyptian airports starting next Thursday, March 19, at 12 noon to 31 of March to limit the spread of Covid-19.
in Technology / Events / Airports Airport security tech soars globally
Posted 16 March 2020
Security has become a top priority for half of the world’s airports as passenger numbers and cargo traffic increase - with Gulf airports set to handle 450 million passengers a year - and the airport security market has accordingly been forecast to reach
in Airports Etihad Airways announces move to Daxing International Airport
Posted 11 March 2020
Effective 1 June 2020, Etihad Airways will transfer all its flights to and from Abu Dhabi and Beijing, and its flights to and from Beijing to Nagoya, Japan, to the new state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing International Airport
in Features / Airports Neom rises from the sands to tempt holidaymakers
Posted 6 March 2020
Saudi Arabia’s ‘vision 2030’ plan for the country’s future development is contributing to the growth of new airports, such as Neom Bay. Alan Dron reports.
in Airports Qatar Airways launches new premium lounge at Singapore Changi Airport
Posted 28 February 2020
Qatar Airways has officially opened its new Premium Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport at Terminal 1, on Friday 14 February 2020.
in Features / Airports Hamad's smart way to become the airport of the future
Posted 27 February 2020
Doha’s Hamad International Airport is pressing ahead with initiatives to improve its services – including a project that transforms a passenger’s face into their identity card through the facility. Alan Dron reports.
in Technology / Airports SITAONAIR provides VHF support for airlines operating in Turkey
Posted 19 February 2020
SITAONAIR has been instrumental in the expansion of Very High Frequency (VHF) coverage throughout Turkey, during the development of the country’s largest new airport hub in Istanbul, which opened in April 2019.
in Airports DWC sees record number of passengers in 2019
Posted 11 February 2020
Dubai World Central (DWC) registered a surge in customer numbers in 2019 with annual traffic exceeding 1.6 million (+81.5%) during 2019.
in Airports Airfield Lighting System upgrade completed at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Posted 11 February 2020
The upgrade of the Airfield Lighting System of the Southern Runway at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to a CAT-IIIB system has been completed, with the airport joining a select group of
in Airports Serco Middle East wins contract to supply Frontline Hospitality services to Dubai Airports
Posted 3 February 2020
International public services company, Serco Middle East has announced the award of a major new contract to deliver essential Frontline Hospitality Services at both Dubai International
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports and The Emirates Red Crescent Authority sign new agreement
Posted 3 February 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports have signed a cooperation agreement with The Emirates Red Crescent Authority (ERC) to enhance its role in community, charitable and humanitarian initiatives.
in Airports Jetex inaugurates North Africa's first VIP Terminal in Marrakech
Posted 3 February 2020
Jetex has opened its latest VIP Terminal at Marrakech Menara Airport, introducing a new world-class facility in the Moroccan market.
in Airports AirWorks explain how to protect airports from drones with DJI Aeroscope
Posted 30 January 2020
DJI Aeroscope can identify the most popular drones on the market today by monitoring and analysing their electronic signals to gain critical information.
in Business Aviation / General Aviation / Flight Services & Support / Airports Universal establishes new ground support base in Istanbul
Posted 17 January 2020
Universal Aviation, has opened Universal Aviation Turkey, based at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul to provide supervisory ground support for business aircraft at all airports across Turkey.
in Airports TAV adds Palm Beach to its lounge portfolio
Posted 17 January 2020
Turkish airport operator TAV Operations Services’ has added to its portfolio of airports following Washington-Dulles and New York JFK Airports in the USA with Florida Palm Beach International Airport.
in Airports Aviation industry is 'key player' in Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision
Posted 8 January 2020
Dubai Airports has said the welcomed the announcement of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the formation of the new Dubai
in Airports Hamad International Airport marks record number of passengers in 2019
Posted 6 January 2020
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has announced that it has served a record 38,786,422 passengers in 2019, which is the most number of passengers it has served since the start of its operations in 2014, making 2019
in Events / Airports SDRPY launches Aden Airport transformation project
Posted 3 January 2020
The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) yesterday launched Phase I of a project to rehabilitate and upgrade Aden International Airport.
in Airports Qatar Airways conducts planned emergency exercise
Posted 30 December 2019
Qatar Airways conducted a planned emergency exercise earlier this month to rehearse its emergency management programme and response functions.
in Airports Emirates to provide fast-track Tikram services to its customers
Posted 30 December 2019
Emirates has launched a fast-track Tikram services to its customers departing and arriving in to Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA).
in Airports Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi Airports complete guest trials of autonomous wheelchairs
Posted 17 December 2019
Etihad Airways, together with its partners Abu Dhabi Airports Corporation, and WHILL personal electric vehicle supplier, have completed guest trials of their innovative autonomous
in Airports DHL Express in collaboration with MGE & Abu Dhabi Airports in new expansion
Posted 17 December 2019
Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone Authority (ADAFZ) has signed an expansive 27-year Musataha Agreement with Middle East General Enterprises (MGE) to facilitate the presence of DHL Express in the Abu Dhabi
in Airports Enfidha-Hammamet Airport celebrates 10th anniversary
Posted 16 December 2019
Operated by TAV Airports, Enfidha-Hammamet Airport in Tunisia has celebrated its 10th anniversary.
in Airports Jazeera Airways lands at Al Ain International Airport
Posted 16 December 2019
Jazeera Airways’ flight J9 139 landed at Al Ain International Airport (ANN) on Friday 13 December at approximately 1:45 pm UAE time in the first ever direct service between the airport and Kuwait.
in Airports Qatar and Rwanda cement new airport hub deal
Posted 10 December 2019
The deal between Qatar Airways and Rwanda for the new $1.3 billion international airport near Kigali has been officially signed.
in Airports Dnata awarded IATA’s ISAGO registration in Brazil
Posted 10 December 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has awarded Dnata Brazil the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) Registration, following the successful completion of a comprehensive audit of the company and its
in Airports Dnata completes green turnaround of Flydubai’s aircraft DXB
Posted 5 December 2019
Dnata has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. The ground handler ensured the turnaround of a Flydubai Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft using only zero-emission ramp ground support
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports awards retail spaces at Midfield Terminal to Lulu Group
Posted 4 December 2019
Abu Dhabi Airports has awarded two retail unit spaces in the upcoming new Midfield Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport to the Lulu Group (Lulu), a diverse conglomerate headquartered in Abu Dhabi with
in Airports NAS introduces renewed Pearl Lounge and Hala Kuwait service at Kuwait International
Posted 3 December 2019
National Aviation Services (NAS) has introduced its newly refurbished Pearl Lounge and renewed Hala Kuwait meet and assist service at the Kuwait International Airport Terminal 1 recently.
