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Aruba Airport obtains “Green Airport” recognition from ACI-LAC

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is excited to share that Queen Beatrix International Airport (Aruba Airport) proudly received its 1st ever ACI-LAC Green Airport Recognition in honor of its impeccable sustainability leadership and efforts olast week. Director of Health and Sustainability, Angeline Flemming, accepted this award on behalf of AAA and the entire Airport community. The ACI-LAC Green Airport Recognition program by Airport Council International (ACI) aims to promote environmental best practices to minimize aviation’s impact on the environment and to recognize airport members who have achieved outstanding accomplishments in their environmental projects. This year, ACI-LAC Airport Members were able to submit their outstanding projects under the category of Circular Economy encompassing efficient use of resources by [...]

2024-11-18T12:32:36+02:00November 18th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

ACI-LAC recognizes airports and young talents that implement innovative measures in the areas of environment and technology

Source: ACI-LAC The announcements were made during the most important event of the airport market in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) celebrated this Monday afternoon (11), during the ACI-LAC 2024 Annual Assembly, Conference and Exhibition in Guadalajara, the commitment of the region's airports to the development and implementation of innovative projects in two fundamental areas for the airport industry: decarbonization and the use of technology to improve the passenger experience. Young Professional Award highlights the use of artificial intelligence In its second edition, the Young Professional Award chose the project of Nathane Ana Rosa Negri, a civil engineer and airport planning specialist at Recife Airport, operated by Aena Brazil, as [...]

2024-11-12T19:19:54+02:00November 12th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Aena Group airports recorded over 33.5 million passengers in October

Source: Aena 6.1% more than in the same month of 2023 Between January and October, the number of passengers exceeded 316 million, 8.6% up on the same period of 2023 The airports handled 283,592 aircraft movements in October 137,308 tonnes of freight were transported Aena's airports in Spain handled 266 million passengers in the first ten months of the year, 9.4% more than in 2023 The airports of the Aena Group (comprising the 46 airports and two heliports in Spain, London Luton Airport and 17 airports in Brazil) closed the tenth month of 2024 with 33,587,444 passengers, 6.1% more than in the same month of 2023; they handled 283,592 aircraft movements, 4.9% more than in 2023; and transported 137,308 tonnes [...]

2024-11-12T20:33:35+02:00November 12th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

ACI World unveils best practices for airport commercial digital transformation 

Source: ACI World New publication to guide airports in their commercial digital transformation and in optimizing the passenger experience Airports Council International (ACI) World today launched the Airport Commercial Digital Transformation Best Practices, a new publication designed to guide airports in their commercial digital transformation and in optimizing the passenger experience. Airport commercial revenues account for around 40% of total global airport revenues and are crucial to infrastructure upgrades and enhancing the passenger experience. In this context, the publication serves as a timely resource for airport executives, offering strategies to maximize their commercial potential in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The launch took place during the 21st edition of the Trinity Forum, the world's leading airport commercial revenues conference. The [...]

2024-11-06T14:35:14+02:00November 6th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Greater Orlando Aviation Authority on Final Approach to Bold Rebranding

Source: GOAA The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) is closing one era of history and ushering in a new era of aviation with a vibrant new logo on the horizon. As part of our commitment to enhancing the travel experience and reflecting the dynamic spirit of our community, we are embarking on a rebranding journey that will redefine our visual identity. In the coming weeks, we will sunset our famous Rolling “O” Logo and introduce new logos for both Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport as well as other branding elements for the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. The new logos, designed to capture the essence of modern travel while honoring our rich history, will debut on November 13th. Travelers and stakeholders [...]

2024-11-04T12:04:06+02:00November 5th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

2000+ LAUSD and Local Students Attend Aviation Career Days at LAX and Van Nuys Airport

Source: LAX  Students are welcomed to LAX by LAWA staff and local partners on Oct. 16 for the 9th Annual Aviation Career Day. Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) recently held two Aviation Career Days at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY), in partnership with several business and community partners, providing a unique opportunity for students from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and other local schools to explore careers in the aviation industry. “At Los Angeles World Airports, we believe that engaging with our communities, especially our youth, is vital for the future of the aviation industry,” said Rob Lowe, Chief People and Culture Officer, Los Angeles World Airports. “Our Aviation Career Days not only provide [...]

2024-11-04T11:51:48+02:00November 5th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

Aruba Airport Authority is the newest member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Network

Source: Aruba Airport Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. is delighted to announce that Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA Airport) is officially a member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Network. This is part of the airport’s ongoing efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment for its employees, passengers and other users. Currently, one in six of the world’s population lives with some form of disability, which equates to approximately 1.3 billion people. While some disabilities are visible, many others are hidden, or a combination of both. These conditions may be temporary, occupational, situational, or permanent and include neurological, cognitive, and neurodevelopmental conditions, among others. The global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network enables staff to recognize individuals wearing the official [...]

2024-10-28T12:30:31+02:00October 28th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

Houston Airports secures $9.6 million in federal funding for upgrades at Bush Airport

Source: Houston Airports The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Houston Airports and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) $9.6 million under the Airport Terminal Program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The grant money will fund the reconstruction of the post-security Skyway people mover system at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to improve ADA access and increase the efficient movement of passengers and baggage among the airport’s five terminals. This grant will also fund the reconstruction of the existing terminal people mover railway infrastructure between Terminals A and B, which has reached the end of its useful life. Bush Airport’s infrastructure improvement project is one of 128 projects selected at 125 airports for $970 million in federal [...]

2024-10-25T20:56:00+03:00October 25th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

Aena Group airports recorded over 34.8 million passengers in September

Source: Aena (From this month on, press releases on monthly traffic data will include information on all assets consolidated by Aena: the 46 airports and two heliports of the network in Spain, the 17 airports managed by Aena Brasil and London Luton Airport in the UK). 7% more than in the same month of 2023 Between January and September, the number of passengers exceeded 282.7 million, 8.9% up on the same period of 2023 In the first nine months of the year, Aena's airports in Spain handled 237.8 million passengers, an increase of 9.8%  The airports handled 292,139 aircraft movements in September 120,781 tonnes of cargo were transported The airports of the Aena Group (comprising the 46 airports and two [...]

2024-10-14T15:19:34+03:00October 14th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

Certification of Puebla and Ciudad Victoria International Airports in the Airport Carbon Accreditation Program of the Airport Carbon Accreditation Council International Airports Council International

Source: ACI-LAC The Group Aeroportuario, Ferroviario, de Servicios Auxiliares y Conexos Olmeca-Maya-Mexica has obtained Level 1 certification in the Airport Carbon Accreditation program, granted by the Airports Council International (ACI). Grupo Aeroportuario, Ferroviario, de Servicios Auxiliares y Conexos Olmeca-Maya-Mexica (GAFSACOMM) is pleased to announce that Puebla and Ciudad Victoria International Airports have obtained Level 1 certification in the Airport Carbon Accreditation program, awarded by Airports Council International (ACI). The Airport Carbon Accreditation program is an international recognition that evaluates and certifies the efforts made by airports to measure and reduce their carbon dioxide emissions. Globally, this program is the only one of its kind, highlighting carbon management initiatives, implementation of energy efficiency plans and adoption of sustainable practices. The certification [...]

2024-10-09T15:16:05+03:00October 9th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|