Josie May

FBB reveals pandemic recovery predictions

In the worst-case scenario, air traffic may not be restored to pre-coronavirus levels until 2027

ETF calls for support for ground handling workers

Over half of all staff employed within the sector are said to be out of work

Atlantic Aviation breaks ground on new hangar at Chicago Executive

The company has made progress on the development of a new 25,000sq ft hangar

UK airports respond as hotel quarantine plans set to be announced

The AOA and facilities within the UK have told Airports International about their concerns with the new government initiative

Ireland’s first quick personnel scanner installed at Kerry Airport

The new technology is set to increase security measures for both customers and staff

Two former Flybe routes restarted at Southampton

Flights to Nantes and Rennes in France will commence in April from the Hampshire facility

WheelTug and IATA form new partnership

The electric taxi system eliminates the use of tugs and jet engines, boasting improved environmental prospects

Warning of serious risk to industry from fake COVID-19 certificates

A company developing a secure health passport says it’s the only way to protect the sector

BWI Airport launches LiDAR social distancing scheme

Using new technology, customers will be notified if they need to be more dispersed

Lufthansa Cargo begins renewal of airfreight centre in Frankfurt

The facility is set to be completed in 2028, with plans to provide faster shipment of cargo

Dnata opens cargo complex at Manchester Airport

The £30m investment provides a solution for the handling of temperature sensitive goods, such as the COVID-19 vaccine

Menzies joint venture wins Iraqi ground handling contract

This is the first license to be awarded by the ICAA to a foreign aviation services company