Vinci loses damages claim over cancelled airport project Reuters - A French court on Wednesday rejected construction group Vinci's request for damages of nearly 1.6 billion euros ($1.74 billion) from the government over an airport project, which was dropped after intense protests from environment activists. Acquisition of Budapest Airport may conclude within days, says PM Orban reuters.com - The acquisition of Budapest Airport could conclude "within days", Prime Minister Viktor Orban said in parliament on Monday, signalling an end to months of negotiations with majority owner AviAlliance. Aussies Face Disruption As ATCs Vote On Strike Action simpleflying.com - Australia's air navigation services provider, Airservices Australia, is facing off against the two key employee unions that represent the bulk of its workforce providing air traffic control and aviation rescue firefighting services at the nation's busiest airports. Air India and Bangalore International Airport Limited partner to develop Bengaluru passengerterminaltoday.com - Air India and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) have entered an agreement to develop Bengaluru as an aviation hub, with an aim to boost air travel connectivity to and from India over the next few years. European airlines strive to avoid another summer of chaos ft.com - European airlines, airports and air traffic controllers have made sweeping changes to their operations as the aviation industry tries to avoid another summer of disruption for passengers. Avolta boosts Asia presence with duty-free contract at Kualanamu International Airport, Indonesia moodiedavittreport.com - Avolta has secured a new duty-free concession for two stores at Kualanamu International Airport, serving the city of Medan and North Sumatra province. New airport ops head for Air India airportsinternational.com - Shanmugam joins Air India from Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), where, as chief operating officer, he led the operationalisation of the new Terminal 2.
Singapore Airlines Passenger Flights Return To Brussels Airport After 21 Year Absence simpleflying.com - While Brussels often sees Singapore Airlines' freighters, the Belgium capital and Star Alliance airport has not seen its passenger aircraft since 2003. Air Japan Launches Pioneering Tokyo-Singapore Route, Expands Asia Footprint travelandtourworld.com - In the ever-evolving landscape of global aviation, Air Japan stands out as a carrier that seamlessly blends heritage with forward-thinking strategies. EU: Lufthansa loses challenge to aid for Frankfurt’s Hahn airport pymnts.com - Lufthansa on Friday lost its court challenge against millions of euros in state aid being granted to Frankfurt-Hahn airportto the benefit of rival Ryanair, after failing to prove the payments dented its revenue or market share.
ACI Europe: European Airports Need Support To Decarbonize aviationweek.com - Airports Council International (ACI) Europe Director General Olivier Jankovec called for more government investment in aviation, particularly airports saddled in debt, saying government financial backing is critical to meeting decarbonization goals. South Europe Ground Services to Handle IAG Airlines airwaysmag.com - The new South Europe Ground Services (SOEGS) has been selected to provide services to IAG Group airlines in Spain. IATA: Asia-Pacific sees strong demand in air travel this year cebudailynews.inquirer.net - The Asia Pacific aviation sector, including the Philippines, had a robust beginning to the year with sustained momentum in air travel demand, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said. Brits heading to Spain warned of ‘several changes’ at airport this May uk.news.yahoo.com - Brits flying to a popular destination in Spain this May have been warned of changes being made at its airport. Neste Supplying Emirates with SAF at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport; Changi Next travelnewsasia.com - Emirates' fuel agreement with Neste came into effect this month at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), with over 2 million gallons of blended SAF scheduled to be supplied into the airport's fuelling system over the course of 2024.
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to step down in executive shakeup airport-technology.com - Boeing has revealed a major change in its senior leadership as CEO Dave Calhoun announced he will step down at the end of 2024, during a tumultuous period for the aircraft manufacturer which has been hit by a series of criticisms of its quality control and safety culture. Lufthansa, Italy ready remedies as EU antitrust warns on ITA Airways Reuters - EU antitrust regulators warned on Monday that Lufthansa's (LHAG.DE), opens new tab intention to buy a minority stake in ITA Airways could harm competition and push up prices, prompting Italy and the German airline to come up with remedies in the coming weeks. Ryanair boss issues warning over summer holiday price hikes amid airport delays Yahoo.com - Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has warned flight prices will be higher this summer due to soaring demand for European holidays and said getting through airports would be “challenging” for passengers. Is EasyJet Heading for Heathrow? ‘Let’s See’ Airline CEO Says Skift - Could easyJet add one of the world’s most expensive airports to its route map? Tulum airport opens to U.S. flights, helping tourists skip Cancún crowds Washington Post - Traveling to the Mayan Riviera in Mexico is about to get easier. Dutch court says the government must do more to rein in noise pollution at Amsterdam's busy airport ABC News - The Dutch government has systematically put the interests of the aviation sector above those of people who live near Schiphol Airport, one of Europe's busiest aviation hubs, a Dutch court ruled Wednesday, saying that the treatment of local residents amounts to a breach of Europe's human rights convention. Brussels airport will have a schedule of 178 destinations this summer aviacionline.com - Brussels Airport will offer 64 airlines and a network of 178 direct destinations for the summer season.
Airbus and Aireon expand contract on flight data airport-technology.com - European aeroplane manufacturer Airbus has signed what has been described as a “multi-year deal” with air traffic management data firm Aireon to expand its access to the firm’s automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) data.
IAG Airlines Are Looking For 1 Million Tonnes Of SAF Annually By 2030 simpleflying.com - Last week, the International Air Transport Association released an update on how airlines are progressing on their pathway to net zero emissions by 2050. Spain Short-Haul Flight Ban: Which EU Country Will Be Next? forbes.com - Spain is proposing a short-haul flight ban for routes where a train journey is possible under 2.5 hours.
IATA reports on latest progress made on lowering carbon emissions
aircargonews.net - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of its Fly Net Zero reports, which covers the latest industry developments for January and February as the industry moves towards a target of zero carbon emissions by 2050. More than €66 million in Cohesion Policy funds supported the development of the world’s first bioclimatic airport terminal in La Réunion ec.europa.eu - Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira said: “Having visited the airport one year ago, I was very impressed by the innovation behind this project, which becomes the world’s first airport with a bioclimatic terminal and is a huge achievement in terms of energy efficiency. The US & Canada Have Gained 65 Routes From 29 European Airports This Summer simpleflying.com - It is always intriguing to examine how things have changed over a year. Examining all flights using Cirium information for July 2024 versus July 2023 indicates 65 US/Canada to Europe routes have been introduced or will be. Avolta wins nine-year contract for 26 stores at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen trbusiness.com - Avolta is growing its presence in Türkiye by securing a nine-year contract for 26 food & beverage (F&B) stores at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.
Half a century of flight: Air France and Paris-Charles de Gaulle’s milestone
travelandtourworld.com - Fifty years have elapsed since the opening of Charles de Gaulle Airport on March 13, 1974.
Frankfurt, Heathrow, Schiphol: Climate activists plan days of actions at European airports euronews.com - Campaigners are making a noise ahead of a meeting with France’s transport minister about flight caps on Friday.
Strike called for German aviation security staff expands to Friday reuters.com - Germany's Verdi union on Wednesday expanded its call for aviation security staff to go on strike as part of a wage dispute, with at least 10 airports now set to be affected. Lufthansa Cargo launches freighter service from Brussels Airport to Chicago
theloadstar.com - Lufthansa Cargo customers can now book their cargo on a B777F directly from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
Nashville airport setting sights on 6 new European destinations to add to its travel roster
wsmv.com - The Nashville International Airport (BNA) aims to expand its range of international destinations. Tourists travelling to Europe warned to check flights as protests throw travel into chaos express.co.uk - A series of environmental protests this week are forcing tourists to check their travel plans in case their flights get cancelled.
Brussels Airport just added 700 EV chargers and they don’t have idle fees electrek.co - Brussels Airport in Belgium now has 750 EV chargers, and it wants you to leave your EV plugged in when you go on holiday. LaGuardia Airport among best airports in country after years of bad reputation NBCNews.com - After having held the reputation as one of the worst airports in the country, LaGuardia Airport in New York has made a complete turnaround, being awarded the best airport of its size based on a new passenger survey.
Vietnam Airlines Set to Serve Munich Airport for the First Time
aviationsourcenews.com - Vietnam Airlines will operate into Munich Airport for the first time at the end of the summer flight schedule from October 2, 2024. Water leak impacts Salt Lake International Airport kslnewsradio.com - The section of the Salt Lake City International Airport closed after a water leak, is now open again. The tunnel that connects the A and B concourses was closed after it flooded.
AOA highlights work of airports on International Women’s Day adsadvance.co.uk - To mark this year’s International Women’s Day, the Airport Operators Association (AOA), the trade body for UK airports, is highlighting some of the amazing work being done by airports. Jet2.com to adopt Sustainable Aviation Fuel on flights from Bristol Airport in 2024 travelandtourworld.com - Jet2.com has announced its intention to utilize a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend at Bristol Airport in 2024, nearly a year ahead of the UK Government’s scheduled SAF mandate, slated for introduction in 2025. Boeing Delivery Delays Force United Airlines To Pause Pilot Hiring simpleflying.com - United Airlines has revealed that it is temporarily suspending pilot recruitment, citing manufacturing delays at Boeing as one of the reasons. Zurich Airport reports higher turnover and significantly higher profit swissinfo.ch - In 2023, Zurich Airport continued its strong recovery from the coronavirus crisis.
Nigerian Air Traffic Controllers Threaten to Suspend Services over Shoddy Treatment By FAAN For refusing to allow them access to their working place at the control tower of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) have threatened to suspend service over the alleged shoddy treatment by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). Airport Operation Expansion Underway as Airlines Consider Flights To Macau Thailand’s Really Cool Airlines has expressed interest in operating a new service between Macau International Airport and Thailand.
PM Narendra Modi to Inaugurate 16 Airport Projects, UP Leads with 5 News18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate 16 airport projects marking a significant milestone in India’s aviation sector. Millions affected by German air and rail strikes BBC - Millions of travellers in Germany are facing severe disruption to transport services because of strikes by rail and airport staff. Etihad Airways Opens Second US Airport Lounge With Chase
Simple Flying - On Tuesday, March 5, the brand-new Chase Sapphire lounge affiliated with Etihad Airways was officially opened. Lufthansa has strong 2023 but warns of bigger losses in early 2024 airport-technology.com - The Lufthansa Group has celebrated some of the best annual results in its history for 2023 but warned that losses in the first quarter of 2024 could be higher amid strike action and a decline in profits for its logistics division. British Airways to Return to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur airlinegeeks.com - British Airways is adding two major cities in southeast Asia back to its route network. Later this year, the British flag carrier is slated to re-introduce flights to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur.
Calls for more airports to be built in central and western China thestar.com - China should build more airports in central and western areas to promote links with other economies involved in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Riyadh Airports and Cognizant collaborate zawya.com - Riyadh Airports Company, which manages and operates King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, has launched the "Riyadh Airports Innovation Council" in collaboration with Cognizant. British Airways' £7 Billion Transformation Plan: New Seats, Advanced Technology, and Updated Lounges aeroxplorer.com - British Airways (BA) announced a £7 billion ($8.9 billion) transformation plan at an event in London on March 5. Etihad CEO pours fuel on IPO speculation fire airport-technology.com - Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves has seemed to confirm reports suggesting the Abu Dhabi-owned carrier is considering an IPO.
Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in March
Revival of the Skies: Australia's Major Airports Surge as International Travelers Return bnnbreaking.com - Following a dramatic downturn during the pandemic, Australia's major airports are witnessing a significant resurgence in passenger numbers as international travel rebounds.
Gangs in Haiti try to seize control of main airport AP - Heavily armed gangs tried to seize control of Haiti’s main international airport on Monday, exchanging gunfire with police and soldiers in the latest attack on key government sites in an explosion of violence that includes a mass escape from the country’s two biggest prisons. New ground handling service provider at Belgrade Airport Airport World - Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport has announced that Menzies Aviation will assume responsibility for all ground handling operations at the Serbian gateway. Royal Jordanian lands at Stansted as it commences new routes to two UK airports Aerotime - Royal Jordanian Airlines has completed its inaugural flight to London-Stansted Airport (STN) as part of two newly announced routes to the United Kingdom. Finavia and Avolta to expand Helsinki Airport restaurant offer dfnionline.com - Finavia will open eight new restaurants and cafés at Helsinki Airport this spring, in partnership with Avolta.
airBaltic Posts Record Breaking Profit Despite Pratt & Whitney Engine Issues Simple Flying - airBaltic has announced its 2023 full-year results, announcing significant growth in all of its financial figures, including revenue, operating profit, and, most importantly, net profit, with the airline returning to full-year profitability since 2018.
Air India-Vistara merger gets Singapore's conditional approval Reuters - Singapore's competition watchdog said on Tuesday it has approved the merger between Tata Group-owned Air India and sister airline Vistara, a joint venture between Tata and Singapore Airlines, opens new tab, subject to certain conditions.
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