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Fraport Fiscal Year 2021: Revenue and Profit Boosted by Higher Passenger Demand and Strict Cost Reductions

Source: Fraport Positive Group result achieved – CEO Schulte: Current bookings situation is cause for optimism – Fraport intensifies climate commitment for carbon-free operations across the Group by 2045 – Long-term growth perspective remains intact Fraport operates or has participation in three airports en South America: Fortaleza and Porto Alegre in Brazil, and in Lima, Peru The Covid-19 pandemic continued to impact Fraport AG’s financial performance in fiscal year 2021 (ended Dec. 31). Nevertheless, Fraport increased its revenue and operating result (EBITDA) year-on-year, despite the ongoing volatile market environment. This positive trend was mainly supported by the company’s strict cost management and by the ongoing traffic recovery during the second half of 2021 – in Frankfurt, and particularly at the [...]

2022-03-21T22:05:18+02:00March 21st, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|

VINCI Airports rewarded for its quality of service

Source: VINCI Airports Porto, Ponta Delgada and Guanacaste airports voted “best airports” in their region In all, 9 airports in the VINCI Airports network are distinguished in Portugal, Chile, Costa Rica, Serbia and the United States Digitalization, sense-of-place and trust: pillars of VINCI Airports' model VINCI Airports ranks nine airports in its network this year among the best in the world in terms of quality of service in the ACI rankings (Airport Council International), which are the world reference in terms of airport service quality. The airports of Porto and Ponta Delgada, Portugal, as well as Guanacaste, Costa Rica, were named the best airports in their region ("ASQ Best airport by size and region" award). In addition, ACI awards the [...]

2022-03-21T21:42:29+02:00March 21st, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|

Quiport and ECOGAL receive ACI-LAC Green Airport Recognition

Source: ACI-LAC The program Compartamos, developed by Quiport at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (AIMS) in Quito; and the Sustainable construction project with bioclimatic design and innovative technology that takes advantage of natural resources (wind, light and water) executed by Ecological Airport of Galapagos (ECOGAL), were both recognized by the Green Airport Recognition program awarded by the Airports Council International for Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC). The program Compartamos, carried out by Quiport, aims to generate strategic alliances between the different commercial operators and companies that operate at AIMS in order to combat climate change. This alliance allows them to manage used equipment and materials in good condition to be reused by educational, religious and community institutions near the airport, thus extending [...]

2022-03-21T17:29:56+02:00March 21st, 2022|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Government of Canada supports Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with new funding for critical infrastructure projects

Source: Transport Canada As Canada works towards recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, investments in our airport infrastructure continue to be crucial to maintain safety, security, and connectivity for travellers, workers and communities. Government of Canada investments also help ensure Canada’s aviation industry is well-positioned to recover from the impacts of the pandemic. The Federal Minister of Transport, Omar Alghabra, announced new funding to help Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and to support continued air services and important transportation infrastructure projects at the airport. PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, will receive more than $14 million to help it recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and to [...]

2022-03-21T18:31:18+02:00March 21st, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|

Heathrow removes face covering mandate at UK’s hub airport

Source: Heathrow Airport From today 16 March, face coverings at Heathrow will no longer be mandated in Heathrow terminals, rail stations or office buildings British Airways and Virgin Atlantic welcomed the move, signalling they will be revising their onboard face covering policies as well Change in policy comes amid continued success of the vaccination programme and as society learns to live with COVID longer term An extensive array of other COVID-secure measures remain in place and face coverings will be available at the airport for those wanting to wear them Those travelling through Heathrow will no longer be required to wear a face covering after the airport announced that it is moving away from a mandate from Wednesday 16 March. [...]

2022-03-16T13:50:03+02:00March 16th, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|

LAX welcomes Breeze Airways with advanced check-in process, announces new routes from Los Angeles market

Source: LAX Breeze Airways will offer nonstop service on its brand new Airbus A220-300 to passengers flying from LAX starting in June Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) welcomes Breeze Airways to its fleet of airlines offering coast-to-coast service in time for the anticipated busy summer travel season. Beginning in June and July, Breeze Airways will expand service for LAX passengers with direct flights on three brand-new routes from LAX to Providence, R.I., Norfolk, Va., and Savannah, Ga. "We are thrilled to have Breeze Airways offer its service at LAX, adding three new nonstop destinations from LA, further growing the West Coast connectivity across the nation and bringing new innovations and technology to LAX," said Justin Erbacci, Chief Executive Officer Los Angeles [...]

2022-03-15T17:25:51+02:00March 15th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

American Airlines adding more than 600 jobs in Miami

Source: MIA As part of American’s ongoing commitment to Miami, the airline is adding more than 600 home-based reservations jobs. The airline currently has 200 new representatives in training, and a goal to hire more than 400 in the next couple of months, bringing the total of home-based reservations agents to nearly 800. These team members will join more than 1,500 new team members hired at Miami International Airport in 2021. “As the third-largest private employer in Miami-Dade County, these new full-time positions further strengthen our more than 30-year commitment to our community and to our Miami hub.  With the record growth we’ve experienced in the last year, we’re thrilled to continue creating more jobs in Miami." said Juan Carlos [...]

2022-03-09T17:59:17+02:00March 9th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

At Delta’s Seattle hub, a new experience for international travelers

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta has been closely engaged with the Port of Seattle on the construction of the International Arrivals Facility since teams broke ground in 2017 With this new facility, international customers arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will get to experience more comfort and convenience than ever before International customers arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will soon experience more comfort and convenience than ever, as the airport unveiled a gleaming new facility at a reception for media as well as community and business leaders. “Delta customers will surely enjoy the benefits that this gorgeous, state-of-the-art International Arrivals Facility will bring to their travel journeys,” said Eric Phillips, S.V.P. ‐ Airport Customer Service and Cargo, who participated in the [...]

2022-03-07T11:50:06+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

“Humanity” art installation unveiled at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport

Source: GTAA The Humanity piece is on display in Terminal 1, Departures Level, Aisle 1 until May 31, 2022 The piece has previously been displayed in two locations in downtown Toronto at Maple Leaf Square and in front of Union Station, in the city centre The Greater Toronto Airports Authority’s (GTAA) President and CEO, Deborah Flint, along with Vice-Chairman and President of the Toronto Raptors and Giants of Africa Founder, Masai Ujiri, unveiled the Humanity art installation at Toronto Pearson. The piece represents a welcome addition to the airport and its focus on human connection and diversity is fitting for its new home given that Pearson connects diverse people and cultures from all over the world. During her speech, Ms. Flint underscored how [...]

2022-03-07T18:44:20+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|

Government of Canada invests in safety at airports in the province of Quebec

Source: Transport Canada Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local and regional airports to support vibrant communities. These airports also support essential air services including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, and forest fire response. The Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Annie Koutrakis, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, today announced that the Government of Canada is making important safety investments at local and regional airports in Quebec. Through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program, three airports in Quebec will receive over $3.4 million for safety-related projects and equipment that will help maintain safe airport operations for passengers, crews and airport workers. [...]

2022-03-08T12:48:18+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRPORTS, News|