Bryan Thompson appointed CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports
Bryan Thompson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Abu Dhabi Airports.
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in Technology / Airports GACA selects SITA for transformation of 26 Saudi airports
Posted 7 August 2018
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has selected global IT provider SITA to support the modernisation of the country’s biggest airports, implementing a sweeping transformation of airport and
in Airports TAV Airports sees net profit in 2018
Posted 6 August 2018
TAV Airports Holding, Turkey’s global brand in airport operations, increased passengers 31% and served 67 million passengers. The company increased net profit 55% and reached EUR 93 million.
in Airports Thales helps secure Muscat International Airport’s New Terminal
Posted 6 August 2018
Following the opening of the new modernised terminal of Muscat International Airport in March 2018, passengers are benefitting from enhanced operations and overall security experience thanks to Thales.
in Airports GAC Abu Dhabi joins Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone
Posted 1 August 2018
Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ) has announced international logistics firm GAC Abu Dhabi as the latest addition to its cargo terminal free zone site.
in Airports Emirates receives IATA 753 compliance certification for baggage
Posted 16 July 2018
Emirates has been awarded IATA 753 compliance certification for its baggage operation in its home base of Dubai.
in Airports Emirates opens first dedicated airport lounge in Cairo
Posted 13 July 2018
Emirates has unveiled its 42nd dedicated lounge across its global network at Cairo International Airport (CAI).
in Airports Select Flydubai flights to operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International
Posted 11 July 2018
Flydubai has announced that flights to 10 of its destinations will move from its current operating base of Terminal 2 and relocate to Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB).
in Airports DXB welcomes 36.9 million passengers during the first five months of 2018
Posted 9 July 2018
Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 36.9 million passengers during the first five months of 2018 according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports NAS opens Pearl Lounge at the Cairo International Airport
Posted 29 June 2018
National Aviation Services (NAS) has inaugurated its Pearl Lounge at the Cairo International Airport.
in Features / Airports Egis builds on decades of Middle East trust
Posted 27 June 2018
Egis is supporting Saudia and Flyadeal airlines during the transfer of their operations to the new terminal at Jeddah Airport. Vincent Chappard reviews the group’s main projects in the region with Middle East aviation director Jacques
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / Features / Airports / People India Civil Aviation Guide reaches out to Middle East market
Posted 22 June 2018
A new reference book covering civil aviation from the Indian perspective and analysing the industry in surrounding regions has just been published and could have interest for those looking at business in the new southern
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports opens new sleeping facility for transfer passengers in Terminal 3
Posted 20 June 2018
Abu Dhabi Airports has the opened of Aerotel’s new airport transit sleeping facility at the Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Features / Airports Riddle of Britain's ban on Sharm El-Sheikh
Posted 12 June 2018
European tourists have returned to Egypt’s Sharm El-Sheikh, bringing much-needed revenue to the city’s population. Yet UK airlines are still barred from flying there. Alan Dron tries to find out why
in Airports Saudia begins operations from new King Abdulaziz International Airport
Posted 1 June 2018
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), has welcomed passengers from the newly-opened King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah.
in Airports Dubai Airports rolls out first cloud based Flight Information Display Solution
Posted 24 May 2018
Dubai Airports, in partnership with Samsung Electronics and AirportLabs has rolled out an advanced cloud-based Flight Information Display solution along with System on Chip (SoC) display technology
in Features / Airports The delayed Muscat International Airport has now arrived
Posted 23 May 2018
Oman Airports Management Company (OAMC) successfully opened the new passenger terminal building at New Muscat International Airport last month, as it overcame a plethora of delays over the last two years.
in Airports Kuwait’s Prime Minister inaugurates Jazeera Airways terminal
Posted 16 May 2018
His Excellency the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al Hamad Al Sabah inaugurated Jazeera Airways’ terminal at Kuwait International Airport this week.
in Airports Abu Dhabi International takes a step further towards its digital transformation
Posted 10 May 2018
Abu Dhabi International Airport has implemented smart Passenger Flow and Queue Management technologies, to boost efficiency in day-to-day operations across check-in, security, immigration and
in Airports Hamad International Airport provides transfer security screening capacity
Posted 10 May 2018
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has added an initiative to further improve its security transfer product.
in Airports Dammam Airports Company and Serco Middle East sign agreement
Posted 9 May 2018
Dammam Airports Company has signed agreements with Vanderlande and Serco Middle East at 18th Airport Show
in Airports New airports under construction with amazing designs, facilities and technology
Posted 9 May 2018
In fast-growing economic and populous regions such as Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, investments in new airports construction remain strong.
in Airports Immigration process reduced to six seconds with data intelligence
Posted 8 May 2018
Immigration counter process has been reduced to six seconds compared to 40 seconds before and it is achieved through data intelligence as 90 per cent of the passengers at Dubai International are pre-cleared, according
in Airports Dammam Airports Company set to participate in Airport Show
Posted 8 May 2018
Dammam Airports Company (DACO) is set to participate in the 18th edition of Airport Show taking place in Dubai, UAE, from 7-9 May 2018.
in Airports Passenger traffic at DXB up 4.5% in March
Posted 2 May 2018
Passenger traffic at the world’s number one airport for international passenger numbers, Dubai International (DXB), grew year on year by 4.5%, after 7.85m passengers travelled through the airport during the month of March.
in Airports Oman Air unveils its new premium lounge at Muscat Airport
Posted 1 May 2018
Oman Air has recently debuted its new and exclusive premium lounge at the award winning Muscat International Airport. The new stylish premium lounge offers Oman Air guests a further unrivalled service as they travel.
in Airports İstanbul New Airport will house 451-room hotel to be operated by YOTEL
Posted 20 April 2018
İGA, the constructer and operator of İstanbul New Airport (İNA) for 25 years,and YOTEL, the London based hotel group, have signed an exclusive hotel management contract.
in Airports CCD to create control rooms for Abu Dhabi’s new Midfield Terminal
Posted 20 April 2018
CCD Design and Ergonomics has been appointed to design and create four new control rooms at the new Midfield Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Airports Siemens and Dubai Airports seek to establish Data Hub and enhance passenger experience
Posted 17 April 2018
Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics (SPPAL) and Dubai Airports signed an MoU to explore potential areas of collaboration that will enhance passenger experience and throughput, cost
in Airports MENA Aerospace strikes deal with HAITEC
Posted 16 April 2018
MENA Aerospace and partner of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), have announced a significant milestone in the company’s development, and for Bahrain’s aviation sector.
in Airports ACI World launches Airport Service Quality barometer
Posted 7 April 2018
Airports Council International (ACI) World has launched the first ever Airport Service Quality (ASQ) barometer, the first global snapshot of airport customer experience satisfaction levels, with overall satisfaction scores
in Airports Istanbul New Airport: The lights are on at runway number one
Posted 29 March 2018
The first runway at Istanbul New Airport (INA) is now ready for takeoff and landing.
in Airports SITA: Biometric technology is emerging as top solution for airlines and airports
Posted 20 March 2018
Biometric technology is emerging as the top solution for airlines and airports to automate identity checks amid rising passenger numbers. This is according to Biometrics for Better Travel: An ID
in Airports Abu Dhabi International Airport named Best Airport in the Middle East
Posted 12 March 2018
Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) as the winner of “Best Airport in the Middle East”, for the second year in a row, at its annual Airport Service Quality
in Features / Airports EAS does it by keeping its feet on the ground
Posted 8 March 2018
For more than a quarter-of-a-century Egyptian Aviation Services (EAS) has been playing a vital ground-handling role at Egypt’s major airports.
in Airports TAV buys IC Ictas shares at Antalya International Airport
Posted 28 February 2018
TAV Airports has signed an agreement to buy IC Ictas shares at Antalya Airport in southern Turkey.
in Airports Lights on at Istanbul New Airport’s first runway
Posted 28 February 2018
Construction of the first runway at Istanbul New Airport is finalised and the lights have been turned on at the runway number one.
in Airports Passenger traffic at DXB tops 7.9 million in January
Posted 27 February 2018
Passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) exceeded 7.9 million in January, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Features / Airports Iraq: A land of opportunity as it rebuilds after war
Posted 27 February 2018
As Iraq emerges from the shadow of Daesh, it is pouring considerable effort into restoring and improving its civil airports with help from international organisations. Alan Dron reports.
in Airports TAV Airports revenue reached EUR 1.1 billion in 2017
Posted 22 February 2018
TAV Airports Holding increased passengers served 10% and reached 115 million.
in Airports Dubai International gets new and enhanced smart gates
Posted 15 February 2018
UAE's Dubai Airports has completed the installation of new and enhanced smart gates at Dubai International (DXB) Terminal 1.
in Airports Oman Air helps reduce Heathrow airport’s noise footprint
Posted 15 February 2018
Oman Air has contributed to the reduction of the noise footprint of the UK’s Heathrow airport.
in Airports Dubai Airports completes world’s first Tier III certified Modular Data Centre Complex at DXB
Posted 14 February 2018
Dubai Airports has completed the world’s first Tier III certified Modular Data Centre Complex (MDCC) at Dubai International (DXB) following a tour of the new facility by His Highness
in Airports RJ launches a suite of premium meet and greet services
Posted 12 February 2018
Royal Jordanian has lined up at its base, Queen Alia International Airport, a suite of premium meet and greet services for departing, arriving and transit passengers.
in Airports DAFZA and International Center of Islamic Economy launch the Entrepreneurs Forum
Posted 8 February 2018
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) and the International Center for Islamic Economy (ICIE) have launched of the ‘Innovation Ideas’ competition for the Islamic economy sector, in line with
in Features / Airports Growing with the flow
Posted 7 February 2018
Software solutions for airport planning and operations are becoming more effective. Keith Mwanalushi looks at how they can be used to improve passenger flow, particularly at busy Middle East hubs.
in Airports TAV to operate lounge at Copenhagen Airport
Posted 5 February 2018
Turkey’s TAV Operation Services has started to operate its 57th lounge at the Copenhagen Airport in Kastrup.
in Airports Provider of respiratory care technology opens new office in Dubai Airport Freezone
Posted 5 February 2018
Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director General of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has officially inaugurated the new office of Aerogen, a leading provider of acute care aerosol drug
in Airports Etihad Airways introduces new baggage policy
Posted 31 January 2018
Etihad Airways has introduced a new baggage policy tailored to varying customer requirements in the international markets it serves.
in Airports Zaun unveils new products at Intersec
Posted 23 January 2018
British innovation is the focus for multi-award-winning perimeter protection systems group Zaun, as it unveils two brand new products at the 20th staging of Intersec, which takes place from 21 to 23 January at the Dubai International Convention and
in Airports Dubai Air Navigation Services and SERCO Middle East sign contract
Posted 22 January 2018
At its head quarter’s in Dubai International Airport (DXB), Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) have signed a supplementary agreement with SERCO Middle East.
in Features / Airports Is there a real case for an international airport at Ajman?
Posted 18 January 2018
A new international airport will serve the emirate of Ajman in the UAE from 2019. Keith Mwanalushi discusses the business case for the new gateway with John Grant, senior analyst at air travel intelligence specialist, OAG.
in Airports Royal Jordanian starts to implement enhanced security measures on US-bound flights
Posted 17 January 2018
As of January 18, 2018, Royal Jordanian will start implementing the additional security measures required in October 2017 by the US authorities for US-bound flights.
in Airports DXB and ITP Media Group launch Time Out DXB
Posted 16 January 2018
Dubai Airports and ITP Media Group have joined forces to launch Time Out DXB, a new media brand with the opportunity to engage with the 90 million passengers that pass through the world’s leading international airport every year.
in Airports Oman Airports in record-breaking year
Posted 15 January 2018
Oman Airports can look back on a year of a very strong passenger growth in Muscat and Salalah International Airports, including regional airport of Sohar.
in Airports Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed inaugurates Richemont’s new operations centre in DAFZA
Posted 10 January 2018
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has officially inaugurated Swiss luxury goods group Richemont’s new operations centre, the latest
in Airports Dubai Airports reports continued growth in November 2017
Posted 4 January 2018
The upward trend in passenger traffic continued at Dubai International (DXB) with the hub welcoming close to 7 million passengers in November 2017, according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports signs MoU with Beijing Capital International Airport
Posted 2 January 2018
Abu Dhabi Airports has signed a MoU between Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA) to become sister airports, strengthening the cooperation and ties between
in Airports Emirates anticipates peak travel towards the end of the year
Posted 27 December 2017
Travel is expected to peak once again at the end of the year for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with visitors flocking into Dubai for New Year’s celebrations.
in Airports Dubai to see newly designed and enhanced airspace capabilities
Posted 25 December 2017
The Emirate of Dubai has witnessed the implementation of the new designed airspace that enhances its efficient utilisation to cater to the growth and the expansion plans in the sector.
in Airports Dnata’s pushback tractors help travellers start their journey at Dubai Airport
Posted 21 December 2017
As Dubai Airport braces itself for the busiest time of year – dnata has stepped up to ensure that passengers start their journey safely and on time.
in Airports Tunnel linking Midfield Terminal to existing terminals now completed
Posted 19 December 2017
Abu Dhabi Airports' has completed the Midfield Airside Road Tunnel (MART) that links the new Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) with the southside terminals (Terminal 1 and 3) at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Airports DXB named as Favourite Airport for layovers at the Conde Nast Traveller awards
Posted 19 December 2017
Dubai International (DXB) has been named the Favourite Airport for Layovers at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards Middle East.
in Airports Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed launches 'DAFZA's Strategy for Islamic Economy'
Posted 18 December 2017
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has launched the 'DAFZA's Strategy for Islamic Economy' which is based on strategic initiatives involving the
in Airports NAS launches new Pearl Lounges at Marrakech Menara Airport
Posted 15 December 2017
National Aviation Services has launched its Pearl Lounges at the Marrakech-Menara Airport in Morocco reinforcing capacities at the newly renovated airport.
in Airports Oman Air SAOC Awarded ISAGO Accreditation by IATA
Posted 13 December 2017
Oman Air SAOC has been awarded the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) registration by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) at Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Salalah Airport (SLL).
in Airports DAFZA completes fourth phase of 'Innovation Champions' programme
Posted 11 December 2017
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has honoured 22 managers, heads of departments and employees after completing the fourth phase of its 'Innovation Champions' programme.
in Airports SkyTeam brings virtual cinema to Dubai lounge
Posted 30 November 2017
SkyTeam is teaming up with high-tech start-up SkyLights to transform its Dubai lounge into a virtual movie theater. For a limited time, customers can watch multimedia content on immersive Bravo headsets and enjoy the latest cinematic VR
in Airports First elite group of members join the 'Future Aviation Lounge' supported by DAFZA
Posted 29 November 2017
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has welcomed the joining of the initial group of elite governmental entities and multinational companies
in Airports Oman Air increase baggage allowance on flights to India and the Philippines
Posted 28 November 2017
Oman Air is to start the holiday season early by offering an increased baggage allowance on flights from Muscat to India and the Philippines until 15 December 2017.
in Airports Turkish Airlines and TAV collaboration rewarded in Washington
Posted 22 November 2017
Turkish Airlines and TAV were presented an award for their lounge project opened last year in Dulles Airport, the gateway to Washington, the capital city of the USA.
in Air Transport / Events / Airports / ATM & Regulatory Abu Dhabi: TSA supports ACI-IATA initiative on airline security
Posted 21 November 2017
Addressing the aviation security community at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 26th AVSEC World conference in Abu Dhabi last week, TSA Administrator, David P. Pekoske, endorsed the joint Airports
in Airports Abu Dhabi International Airport is first regionally to sign up to Global Sustainability Initiative
Posted 20 November 2017
Abu Dhabi International Airport has become the first in the Middle East to sign up to a global initiative to promote sustainability in the aviation industry.
in Airports Dubai South Aviation District launches Suppliers Complex
Posted 14 November 2017
Aviation District, the integrated aerospace ecosystem within Dubai South, has added another phase – a Suppliers Complex - to the development of its world leading 'Aerospace Supply Chain' offering maintenance and
in Airports Duabi Airshow: Air BP builds on 85 years in the Middle East
Posted 12 November 2017
Air BP is attending the show some 85 years since it first set up operations in the region.
in Airports Shell Aviation to operate fuelling facilities at Salalah Airport
Posted 7 November 2017
Shell Aviation today announced the signing of a fuelling concession agreement to operate the new into-plane and fuel farm facilities as the sole jet fuel supplier at Salalah International Airport in Oman.
in Airports SITA's tech solutions to bring Istanbul new airport to life
Posted 1 November 2017
Istanbul New Airport has appointed global IT provider SITA to bring the region's most advanced airport to life. SITA will deliver a wide range of airport, passenger and baggage processing solutions to deliver a world-class
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes inaugural airBaltic flight to the Capital
Posted 31 October 2017
Abu Dhabi Airports yesterday welcomed airBaltic first flight arriving from Riga, Latvia. The maiden flight marks the commencement of a direct service four times a week between Abu Dhabi International Airport
in Business Aviation / Airports Esavian doors for second DC Aviation hangar in Dubai
Posted 27 October 2017
Work is underway to complete the installation of Esavian Type 126 sliding hangar doors on the new DC Aviation hangar at Al Maktoum Airport, Dubai World Central, Dubai.
in Airports Passenger traffic at DXB reached 7.2 million in September
Posted 26 October 2017
Passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) reached 7.2 million in September, according to a traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports Korean delegation visits DAFZA
Posted 24 October 2017
Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has welcomed a visiting an official trade delegation from the Republic of South Korea led by His Excellency Hyun-Soo Kim, Consul General of South Korea.
in Features / Airports The evolution of IKA
Posted 23 October 2017
As Tehran's Imam Khomeini Airport (IKA) continues to grow as the main hub for the Iranian capital, Mohammad Razazzan looks at the development of the project.
in Airports Etihad Airways launches hand baggage only trial
Posted 17 October 2017
Etihad Airways is trialling a new hand baggage only 'Deal Fare' on two key routes this winter season, for bookings between 18 October to 18 December, allowing travellers to purchase lower fares in Economy Class if no checked baggage is
in Airports DAFZA and KSA's Economic Cities Authority forge strategic partnership
Posted 16 October 2017
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has revealed the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's (KSA) Economic Cities Authority (ECA) that is aimed
in Airports SIA increases aircraft and passenger traffic in Q3 2017
Posted 16 October 2017
Sharjah International Airport achieved a 3.29% growth in passenger traffic during the first nine months of 2017.
in Airports DAFZA to become first Freezone in the World transforming its Infrastructure into Cloud
Posted 12 October 2017
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) is partnering with Dell EMC initiating a landmark project titled “DAFZA Cloud”. This collaboration aims to power the ambitious vision to provide
in Features / Airports Iran's master plan
Posted 10 October 2017
Iran has expressed interest in the continued development of its airports, particularly in the capital, Tehran. Keith Mwanalushi discusses the importance of this initiative with an expert from Lufthansa Consulting.
in Airports ADB SAFEGATE partners with Gentrack
Posted 4 October 2017
ADB SAFEGATE has entered in to a global partnership with Gentrack, a leader in A-CDM, to focus jointly on the efficacy of future airport community collaboration.
in Airports TAV opens the new terminal in Tbilisi
Posted 3 October 2017
TAV Airports, Turkey's global brand in airport operations, has inaugurated the new 12,000-square meter terminal building at Tbilisi Airport, the entrance gate to Georgia.
in Features / Airports Oman on emission
Posted 29 September 2017
Managing global airport carbon emissions has become increasingly important and Muscat International Airport in Oman is determined to meet the challenge, as Keith Mwanalushi reports.
in Airports Bahrain International Airport advertising contract awarded to JCDecaux
Posted 28 September 2017
Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), and the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, has awarded the airport's advertising
in Airports DXB sees passenger traffic top 8.2m in August
Posted 26 September 2017
Dubai International (DXB) has registered yet another month of record passenger traffic with 8.2 million passengers welcomed in August, according to the monthly traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports.
in Features / Airports Saudi opens the gateway to growth
Posted 26 September 2017
TAV Airports is growing its presence in Saudi Arabia with the addition of three new gateways under concession. Keith Mwanalushi looks at the opportunities in the Saudi market.
in Airports DAFZA enables customers to obtain dual licenses to operate across Dubai
Posted 25 September 2017
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) recently signed an MoU with the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai to allow DAFZA's hosted companies to obtain dual licenses to operate across Dubai.
in Airports DAFZA and International Center of Islamic Economy introduce 'Transformation Forum'
Posted 25 September 2017
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) and International Center of Islamic Economy are preparing to launch the first edition of the annual Transformation Forum on November 22, 2017 at the Le
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports achieves 65% increase in operating profit this year
Posted 22 September 2017
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced that it has achieved 65% increase in earnings before interest, depreciation and amortization (EBIDA)/ operating profit during the January-August period this year compared to
in Airports Turkish Airlines CEO announces Istanbul's Ataturk airport reopens after jet crash
Posted 21 September 2017
Istanbul Ataturk airport has reopened to traffic today after a private jet crashed on the runway, reports Reuters.
in Features / Airports Screen test
Posted 21 September 2017
Evolving threats to aviation security and the approaches used in confronting them are putting pressure on airports and passengers to adjust to new screening procedures, as Keith Mwanalushi reports
in Technology / Airports Atkins lays out future for infrastructure development
Posted 20 September 2017
Automation and biometrics will dominate Arabia's aviation infrastructure development over the next 50 years, according to a new future-gazing survey by design, engineering and project management consultancy Atkins Middle
in Defence / Airports Rubb and Alireza tie up for Saudi military hangars
Posted 20 September 2017
Rubb Buildings has linked up with Saudi Arabian company, Haji Abdullah Alireza to work on a number of significant aircraft hangar projects together. The two companies consolidated their relationship at DSEI, the London defence show,
