Tags: Aviation

TAPA EMEA Achieves Cargo Security Milestone as it Registers 1,000th Facility Security Requirements (FSR) Certification

21st February 2023

The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region, the leading cargo security and supply chain resilience industry Association, has recorded its 1,000th Facility Security Requirements (FSR) certification as it continues to accelerate its activities to reduce cargo thefts costing businesses hundreds of millions of euros per annum. The […]

Liberty Charge to offer free installation of electric vehicle charge points to transport sector

21st February 2023

Liberty Charge, the electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator (CPO) committed to delivering the UK’s most reliable, publicly accessible EV charging network, is taking its success and experience within local authorities, and launching its zero-cost installation charge point solution to the transport sector, with particular focus on airports and airfields, where demand for EV infrastructure […]

San Antonio International Airport Unveils Preliminary Design Plans for New Terminal

21st February 2023

The design renderings and a 3D model of the new terminal planned for San Antonio International Airport (SAT) were revealed at last weeks City Council meeting. The Terminal Development Program (TDP) will reimagine the passenger experience – creating a sense of place for everyone arriving in San Antonio. The TDP is on schedule with a […]

New Guidance to Improve Transportation of Mobility Aids

9th February 2023

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced new guidance to assist airlines and handling agents to transport mobility aids safely and efficiently and improve the travel experience for passengers with disabilities. Providing safe, reliable and dignified transport for passengers with disabilities is a priority for airlines that was reinforced by a unanimously approved Resolution at […]

SAL Saudi Logistics Services and Menzies Aviation sign MoU to collaboratively deliver world-class passenger handling services for low-cost carriers at Saudi airports

30th January 2023

SAL Saudi Logistics Services and Menzies Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a comprehensive study on delivering best in class passenger handling services for low-cost carriers at Saudi Arabia airports. Under the MoU, Menzies Aviation and SAL Saudi Logistics Services will work together to explore the potential of providing passenger handling services […]

Zongteng Group Selects WFS to Handle New 777F Services as it Boosts Sino-European E-Commerce Cargo Capacity

30th January 2023

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been awarded a contract to handle Zongteng Group’s new Boeing 777 freighter flights at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport. Zongteng Group is a leading provider of cross-border e-commerce services, including fulfilment and customised supply chain solutions provided by its sub-brands, YunExpress, Elogistic and Worldtech, and reported a turnover in […]

Land your next job at East Midlands Airport’s recruitment fair

27th January 2023

Wide range of vacancies available across the airport operation Fifteen separate businesses will promote vacancies at East Midlands Airport’s jobs fair on Saturday 4 February. Hospitality providers, airlines and ground handling firms have opportunities as well as the airport itself which is recruiting customer-facing roles in its security, car parking, and assisted travel teams. More […]

ACI EUROPE President calls for EU to mirror US decarbonisation subsidy regime

26th January 2023

Addressing a gathering of Europe’s political figures and regulators in the transport and aviation sectors, ACI EUROPE President Javier Marín this evening addressed the specific challenge of the funding required to achieve the airport industry’s net zero carbon targets and compliance with Fit for 55. Speaking at ACI EUROPE’s annual reception held in the European […]

Pegasus Airlines closes the first ever sustainability-linked aircraft-secured term loan with Ex-Im support

19th January 2023

Pegasus Airlines closed the first ever sustainability-linked aircraft-secured term loan (“SLL”), which was guaranteed by UK Export Finance for the financing of ten new Airbus A321neo aircraft. The transaction was led by Societe Generale, acting as global arranger, sustainability structurer, facility agent and security trustee. The highly innovative transaction is remarkable in several respects: it […]

ACI EUROPE urges Walloon Government to ensure the future of Liège Airport

13th January 2023

At meetings attended by ACI EUROPE this week in Namur with Mr. Elio di Rupo, Minister-President of Wallonia and Mr. Adrien Dolimont, Minister in charge of Finance and Airports, ACI EUROPE Director General Olivier Jankovec called upon the Walloon Government to ensure the future of Liège Airport and its contribution to the region’s economy by […]