Source: VINCI Airports   VINCI Airports has completed the expansion and modernisation of the Schengen departure area of Terminal 2 at Lisbon Airport, reinforcing its commitment to service quality and operational efficiency. Inaugurated early January, this latest phase represents an investment of €12 million, bringing the total investment in Terminal 2 to €20 million since 2020. This project is part of the wider UPGRADE plan, through which more than €300 million of investments are currently underway at Lisbon Airport. These include the creation of a new departure area, Pier Sul, and the expansion of Terminal 1 by an additional 33,000 m², with 10 new boarding gates and a complete redesign of the terminal’s central core. Terminal 2 at Humberto Delgado [...]

Source: MIA MIA, CLEAR, and TSA officials cut the ribbon for CLEAR’s eGates at MIA.     CLEAR, the secure identity company, launched its biometric eGates at two of Miami International Airport’s busiest passenger screening checkpoints in December, just before the airport’s bustling winter holiday travel season and ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 games. With eGates, CLEAR+ members can verify their identity in under five seconds, bypassing the TSA podium and proceeding directly to physical screening. This innovation represents a significant leap in modernizing security checkpoints with automation – especially critical during the holiday travel rush, as TSA recently recorded its busiest day ever, screening more than 3.1 million travelers. CLEAR’s goal with eGates is simple: help travelers win the day [...]

Source: Los Angeles World Airports   Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has announced plans and unveiled renderings for the modernization of the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in time to welcome the world to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The project received approval from the Board of Airport Commissioners at the Dec. 18 meeting, allowing construction to begin in January 2026. "The modernization of the Tom Bradley International Terminal invests in the local workforce and emphasizes that LA is ready to compete and win when it comes to global tourism," said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. "With Los Angeles getting ready to welcome the world, this is just one of the [...]

Source: Aruba Airport JET-TNCA FBO By Aruba Airport Authority N.V.: Achieves NATA Green Aviation Business Certification Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) has announced that JET-TNCA, operated as the Fixed Based Operator for general aviation at Aruba Airport, has successfully achieved the Green Aviation Business Certification by the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Sustainability Standard for Aviation Business. The NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses allows NATA member organizations to complete a self-certification process that is designed for organizations to take incremental steps to reduce their Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions (including CO2), increase the use of more environmentally friendly energy sources, reduce waste and embed sustainability in all areas of operations. The NATA Sustainability Standard certifications include four levels. JET-TNCA started [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA), in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and iProov, is pleased to announce that Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) is now live at Aruba’s U.S. Pre-Clearance facility. After completing hardware installation earlier this week, CBP began processing U.S. citizens using EPP on Tuesday. EPP brings a modern, biometric departure experience designed to make the Pre-Clearance process faster, smoother, and more efficient. Already in use at airports such as Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Dublin Airport, EPP securely verifies traveler identity in seconds, reducing wait times and creating a more seamless flow for departing U.S. citizens returing home.. How EPP Works Through a brief facial biometric scan, EPP matches a traveler to [...]

Source: Edmonton International Airport The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) introduced CT X-ray technology at Edmonton International Airport’s (YEG) Domestic/International checkpoint. Line 2 was the first to be upgraded, marking the beginning of a broader rollout across all screening lines at YEG. This installation is part of CATSA’s national strategy to upgrade screening systems across Canadian airports over a multi-year period. Passengers travelling through screening lines equipped with CT X-ray are no longer required to remove bags with permitted liquids, aerosols and gels (100 ml or less), medical devices, or large electronics—including laptops—from their carry-on bags. To help travellers stay informed, CATSA offers an interactive CT X-ray map on its website. The map shows which airports and checkpoints across Canada are equipped with [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V.’s (AAA)Wings of Hope (WoH) team was recently invited by Scol Caiquetio for a special celebration highlighting the donations made to the school. Scol Caiquetio is an elementary school dedicated to nurture, educate, and empower students with diverse learning needs. Their mission is to create an inclusive environment where every child feels heard, supported, and celebrated. As part of the school’s daily routines and educational activities, audiovisual communication plays a vital role in delivering instructions, hosting presentations, celebrating achievements, and enhancing classroom experiences. Back in September, Wings of Hope received a donation request to provide Scol Caiquetio with the necessary sound equipment for their class, enabling better communication and a more immersive way of [...]