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Aruba Airport Achieves LEED Gold Certification

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is proud to announce that Queen Beatrix International Airport’s Gateway 2030 Phase 1A Terminal Expansion project (GW 2030 Phase 1A) has achieved the esteemed LEED Gold Certification as the 1st Airport Terminal in the Caribbean and the 1st LEED Gold Certified new building in Aruba. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the airport's commitment to sustainable growth and environmental stewardship. To commemorate this remarkable achievement, Aruba Airport held a small reception on June 26, 2025. The event was attended by the Minister of Tourism, Transport and Labor, Mr. Wendrick Cicilia, members of the Board of Supervisory Directors of Aruba Airport Authority N.V., and Aruba Airport employees who contributed to the realization [...]

2025-07-02T09:31:02+03:00July 2nd, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Ostend-Bruges Airport and Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics (IML) Take Top Honors

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) was proud to present awards to the winners of the seventh edition of the Air Cargo Sustainability Awards, in partnership with CHAMP Cargosystems. These awards celebrate innovative approaches and impactful initiatives making the air cargo industry more sustainable and socially responsible. Two categories were judged: Start-Up/Small Business and Corporate. A panel of seven esteemed industry leaders and sustainability experts evaluated entries based on their innovation, impact, feasibility, and long-term value. Chris McDermott, CEO at CHAMP Cargosystems said, "To everyone who participated, your great innovations are driving air cargo towards a more sustainable future, proving that environmental responsibility and industry progress go hand in hand. Congratulations to all of the finalists, and a [...]

2025-06-27T11:28:14+03:00June 27th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines to elevate the premium travel experience at Miami International Airport with new Flagship lounge and expanded Admirals Club lounge

Source: American Airlines American Airlines continues to invest in the Miami community with its latest plans to build a brand-new Flagship® lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA), along with expanding its Admirals Club®lounge footprint. Once complete, the expansion and upgrades will nearly double the amount of lounge space for American customers traveling through MIA. Additional construction details and timing will be revealed at a later date. “We’re excited to expand and elevate the premium experience for our Flagship®customers and also provide a more spacious and calming environment in our Admirals Club® lounges,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “Our strong partnership with airport leaders and county officials has allowed us to identify solutions that will make our customers’ experience [...]

2025-06-26T09:46:37+03:00June 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

IAH Terminal B Update: Houston’s boldblueprint for the future of travel

Source: Houston Airports From steel beams to glass walls, IAH's $2.5  billion transformation is now visible in the skies—and on the ground—redefining the way Houston connects. Aerial photos of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) from May 2024 show a bare apron, scattered dirt patches and early groundwork. Twelve months later, June 2025 imagery reveals dramatic change: a sprawling dual-pier steel structure, newly installed curtain wall glass and a maze of cranes and support vehicles humming across the tarmac. From the ground, the transformation is even more striking. Glass now stretches across the new Terminal B North concourse, catching reflections of the sky and signaling the terminal’s future form. Massive cranes tower above the construction zone as workers install roof decking, [...]

2025-06-26T09:38:51+03:00June 26th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

MIA is world’s first airport with mobile app for low-vision travelers

Source: MIA ReBokeh app is now available at MIA for the 90% of people with vision impairment who retain functional vision Click to download b-roll video Miami International Airport has partnered with Baltimore-based software company ReBokeh Vision Technologies to launch free, unlimited access to ReBokeh’s empowerment-driven assistive technology software for low-vision users. With this partnership, MIA becomes the first airport on the planet to offer ReBokeh’s sole-source technology. The Rebokeh app is available for Appleusers. ReBokeh’s technology works by allowing users to leverage the live camera feed from their mobile devices with overlayed, customized filters that adjust aspects like contrast, color hue, zoom, and lighting to meet the needs of low-vision users. ReBokeh AI, a brand-new feature, also offers the [...]

2025-06-24T08:32:28+03:00June 24th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

New Study Reveals Canadian Airports Generate $123.5 Billion in Annual Economic Output and Support Nearly 436,000 Jobs

Source: CAC The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) has released the findings of a new Economic Impact Study showing the significant contribution of Canada’s airports to the national economy. The study highlights that 61 airports across the country supported 435,800 full-time jobs, delivered $32.9 billion in annual wages, contributed $49.6 billion in GDP, and generated a total economic output of $123.5 billion in 2024. “At a time of global uncertainty and economic change, this report reaffirms what our members and communities have long understood: airports are not only essential transportation hubs but also powerful economic engines,” said Monette Pasher, President of the CAC. “They are essential to ensuring Canada remains connected, competitive, and ready to meet the challenges of a shifting [...]

2025-06-19T08:31:39+03:00June 19th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

A Cozy Comfort Launches at MCO: Orlando Airport Welcomes Travelers with Sensory Sensitivities

Source: Orlando International Airport A new level of customer experience is now in orbit at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Members of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board and Orlando International Airport (MCO) leadership have proudly opened Annie’s Space Sensory Room, a safe and soothing sanctuary designed specifically for travelers with sensory sensitivities and their families. Annie’s Space Sensory Room is a thoughtfully crafted environment where both neurodiverse and neurotypical passengers can escape the sensory overload often experienced in a bustling airport setting. From glowing moon rocks and a Milky Way-themed carpet to interactive bubble tubes and tactile panels, the space-themed room is full of engaging features meant to calm, center, and inspire. “At MCO, we believe every passenger deserves [...]

2025-06-16T10:33:26+03:00June 16th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Fraport Traffic Figures – May 2025: FRA and Group Airports Worldwide Including Lima and Operations in Brazil Continue to Grow 

Source: Fraport Frankfurt Airport serves 5.6 million passengers in May 2025 – Gain of 1.8 percent compared to May last year – Passenger numbers across the Group rise by 6.0 percent to a total of 16.8 million In Brazil, the two airports of Fortaleza (FOR) and Porto Alegre (POA) welcomed 1.1 million passengers in May, a year-on-year increase of 132.3 percent. Lima Airport (LIM) in Peru recorded approximately 2.2 million passengers in May 2025, up 6.3 percent from the previous year. Some 5.6 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in May 2025, representing an increase of 1.8 percent compared to the same month last year. Cargo volumes (comprising airfreight and airmail) at FRA grew by 4.4 percent year-on-year to [...]

2025-06-16T11:28:50+03:00June 16th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

One terminal. One clock. One unforgettable kickoff to the 2026 WorldCup at Houston’s IAH

Source: Houston Airport System Houston lit the fuse on the most anticipated tournament in history, and it all started at Bush Airport. There are moments when the eyes of the world turn to one city. Today, they turned to Houston—and to the heart of its newest international terminal. On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, exactly one year before the opening whistle of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Houston Airports flipped the switch on a massive digital countdown clock at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Positioned inside Terminal D-West, the city's new, state-of-the-art international concourse, the clock now ticks down the final 365 days to the most-watched sporting event on the planet. It was a moment meant to move people, literally and [...]

2025-06-13T09:32:05+03:00June 13th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Aena Group airports recorded 34.5 million passengers in May

Source: Aena 3.8% more than in the same month of 2024 Up to May, the number of passengers exceeded 145.1 million, 4.9% up on the same period of 2024 In the fifth month of the year, 297,321 aircraft movements were handled 126,911 tonnes of freight were transported In Spain, the airports handled around 29.2 million passengers 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 month of May 2025 with 34,482,916 passengers, 3.8% more than in the same month of 2024; they handled 297,321 aircraft movements, 2.6% more than in 2024; and they transported 126,911 tonnes of freight, 5.4% more than last year. In [...]

2025-06-13T08:59:07+03:00June 13th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|