Josie May
European Commission’s 50% winter slot threshold splits industry
The decision has been welcomed by ACI Europe but heavily criticised by IATA, who feel the move is “out of touch with reality”
Berlin Brandenburg exceeds 50,000 passengers mark
Demand for air travel is slowly increasing as the airport implements new destinations from the hub
Clark International to introduce Collins Aerospace suite
The implemented solutions are set to help streamline passenger processing, whilst supporting social distancing measures and contactless services
TUI expands services from Bristol
The airline is expected to increase flights to holiday spots in Greece and Turkey, as well as restoring its previously popular Egypt route
BIAL partners with IBM for IT upgrade at Kempegowda International
Using a hybrid cloud solution, the technology firm plans to help automate technology processes and reduce costs at the airport
Belfast City begins digital transformation
The Northern Irish hub has completed the first phase in its new development, implementing voice search technology and a new customer service tool
SSP expands airport lounge portfolio in Malaysia
Two hubs in the region are set to be taken over by the company, working alongside MAHB
Aviator extends ground handling agreement with FedEx
Both companies have been in a successful partnership for more than 20 years, providing services at hubs such as Malmo and Arlanda
London Southend to implement community noise forum
The new committee is set to discuss any concerns the local community may have to maintain trust and transparency
ACI releases new tool to assist airports with capacity planning
The new application is set to assess factors such as queue length and social distancing to optimise operations
Finnair IATA Travel Pass trials underway
The platform is currently being tested on flights between London and Finland, with hopes the received feedback will improve the app’s performance
EasyJet signs lease with FBB for new hangar at BER
The facility is set to provide maintenance operations for the entire fleet at the German hub, with plans to begin construction later this year