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.
Mangaluru International Airport has embarked on a forward-looking futuristic project on the landside which will transform the contours of this travel hub. Dubbed the ‘Airport village’, the project will strive to redefine the way this airport is perceived.
Kannur International Airport Limited (KIAL) showcased remarkable resilience in its October 2023 performance, navigating through a challenging aviation landscape. Despite facing a 9% decline in Air Traffic Movements due to ongoing airline crises, the airport experienced a commendable recovery in passenger footfall, matching the year-on-year comparison.
Changi Airport Group (CAG) has launched Changi Carbon Offsets, giving passengers a convenient option to offset the carbon emissions from their air travel, regardless of the airline that they are travelling with. With the aid of an intuitive carbon calculator on the Changi Airport website (https://carbonoffsets.changiairport.com) and Changi App, passengers can calculate the carbon emissions from their forthcoming flights based on the origin, destination and class of travel. Thereafter, they will be offered the option to offset the emissions from their journey using their credit card for payment.
The ACI World Expert Group on Slots (EGS) convened in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 11 and 12 November 2023. This gathering of industry leaders was dedicated to exploring a multitude of crucial topics related to slot allocation. Among the top priorities was determining the most effective approach for incorporating the latest additions to the Worldwide Airport Slot Guidelines (WASG), ensuring that global aviation operates smoothly and efficiently.
Riyadh Airports Company (RAC), which manages and operates King Khalid International Airport (KKIA), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ADB SAFEGATE, a leader in smart airport solutions, to facilitate collaboration, discussions, and trials of advanced technological solutions.
Wellington Airport will begin making use of land acquired from Miramar Golf Club next year by creating a new car parking area immediately east of the airport.
Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) deploys new ground handling equipment for Velana International Airport Operations.
Gone are the days when airports were merely hubs for air travel. Today, airports are emerging as distinguished brands, becoming destinations in their own right, offering a seamless blend of top-notch amenities not just for air travellers but also for non-air travellers.
Sharjah Airport Authority showcased its latest expansion plans updates at the prestigious World Travel Market 2023, held in London from November 6 to 8, 2023. The event served as a platform for the Authority to emphasise its remarkable growth rates since the beginning of the year, a testament to its continuous efforts to enhance services and ensure exceptional experiences for passengers and airlines alike.
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