The Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), the trade group representing over 600 airports across 44 countries and territories, today released its Travel Retail Study in the Post-Pandemic Era, revealing a fundamental shift in airport retail dynamics. The study points out that younger travelers are now driving spend, while passenger behaviour, rather than sheer traffic volumes, has become the defining factor of airport travel retail performance.
Chief Executive Shane O’Hare, who joined the company in September, highlighted the importance of the major investment in infrastructure mapped out in the Queenstown Airport Master Plan.
The new passenger departure facilities at Terminal 2 (T2) of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) are scheduled to commence operations on 27 May 2026.
Matarat Holding and NCP launch the EOI for Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Qassim. Submit proposals by 23 February 2026.
Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), the operator of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport), has entered into a strategic partnership with Mu Sigma, a global decision sciences company, to further advance BLR Airport as one-of-a-kind “Algorithmic Airport” that delivers unparalleled customer experience by harnessing the power of data-driven decision making.
Fiji Airports confirms that the runway strengthening works and new terminal construction at Labasa Airport are proceeding as planned and have not been placed on hold — contrary to statements published in The Fiji Times (7 February 2026).
Macao’s first high-end dual-city terminal, jointly set up by Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) and Zhuhai Airport, opened today, further strengthening the multi-modal connectivity within the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
Perth Airport has progressed significantly with construction and planning of its multi-billion-dollar investment in critical aviation infrastructure to support Western Australia’s growth.
Hamad International Airport (HIA) concluded 2025 following a year of sustained operational performance, reinforcing its position as a global gateway for Qatar.
From a small wooden classroom near the arrival concourse at Nadi International Airport to an established regional aviation training institution, the Fiji Airports Aviation Academy (FAAA) is one of Fiji’s quiet yet critical success stories — a story of commitment, resilience, and belief in building local and regional capability, often with limited resources but always with high standards.
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