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