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New airport planned for Makkah to support Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage
New airport planned for Makkah to support Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia is planning a new USD 5.3 billion airport in Makkah that would allow Hajj and Umrah pilgrims to fly directly to the city.
Read moreAIR News – 20 April 2026
AIR News – 20 April 2026
The AIR news digest provides a round-up of what’s happening in airports and aviation infrastructure across the UK.
Read moreDBT Call for input on potential powers to protect the UK from adverse economic pressure
DBT Call for input on potential powers to protect the UK from adverse economic pressure
BAG would like to bring to your attention a call for evidence from the Department of Business and Trade, ‘input on potential […]
Read moreMunich Airport Officially Opens New Terminal 1 Expansion
Munich Airport Officially Opens New Terminal 1 Expansion
Munich Airport has officially opened its new pier in the Terminal 1 building.
Read moreDoncaster Sheffield Airport Launches Search for Fixed Base Operator
Doncaster Sheffield Airport Launches Search for Fixed Base Operator
Doncaster Sheffield Airport has begun the process of appointing an on-site operational partner as preparations continue towards reopening.
Read moreACI World Reveals Busiest Airports of 2025
ACI World Reveals Busiest Airports of 2025
Airports Council International (ACI) World has revealed the 2025 rankings of the world’s busiest airports
Read moreAirports Report Delays and Disruption as Europe’s Entry Exit System Begins Full Operation
Airports Report Delays and Disruption as Europe’s Entry Exit System Begins Full Operation
Airports and airlines have urged the European Commission and EU Member States to introduce additional flexibility in the operation of the Schengen Entry Exit System (EES)
Read moreAirport Updates: Latest News On The Global Market
Airport Updates: Latest News On The Global Market
The latest news on airports globally, with updates on financing, infrastructure expansion and sustainability initiatives.
Read moreFAA quietly developing AI-enabled predictive air traffic management system
FAA quietly developing AI-enabled predictive air traffic management system
FAA is developing a new AI-powered software tool for air traffic management that could fundamentally change how the U.S. airspace system operates
Read moreAIR News – 13 April 2026
AIR News – 13 April 2026
The AIR news digest provides a round-up of what’s happening in airports and aviation infrastructure across the UK.
Read morePrague Airport declares its responsible approach to operations and its impact on the surrounding area
Prague Airport declares its responsible approach to operations and its impact on the surrounding area
Prague Airport is issuing a Declaration that summarises its long-term approach to air traffic and its impact on the surrounding area…
Read morePrague Airport to Close Main Runway 06/24 for 4½-Month Modernisation, Diverting All Traffic to Secondary Runway
Prague Airport to Close Main Runway 06/24 for 4½-Month Modernisation, Diverting All Traffic to Secondary Runway
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) announced on 5 March 2026 that it will shut its main runway 06/24 from 30 March to 14 August 2026
Read moreA tough runway to UK settlement: UK aviation and the impact of the settlement changes
A tough runway to UK settlement: UK aviation and the impact of the settlement changes
The global competition for experienced aviation engineers and technicians is fierce, and it’s set to intensify for UK-based airlines and MRO companies.
Read moreFAA short-lists competitors for key next-gen ATC software platform
FAA short-lists competitors for key next-gen ATC software platform
Federal Aviation Administration has short-listed five companies to build a software layer known as the Common Automation Platform (CAP)
Read moreHeathrow Lift Off Q2 2026 – “Winning Team: Creating an Extraordinary Place to Work”
Heathrow Lift Off Q2 2026 – “Winning Team: Creating an Extraordinary Place to Work”
Heathrow are pleased to announce that Heathrow’s Lift Off Q2 2026 opportunity is now open for applications on CompeteFor. The theme for the Q2 2026 event […]
Read moreBristol Airport loses legal battle over Wales’ £205m subsidy of Cardiff Airport
Bristol Airport loses legal battle over Wales’ £205m subsidy of Cardiff Airport
Taxpayers are paying £71 for every passenger to fly out of Cardiff, when more Welsh people fly out of Bristol
Read moreBetter Connected: tap-and-go travel across trains, trams and buses announced in government’s new transport strategy
Better Connected: tap-and-go travel across trains, trams and buses announced in government’s new transport strategy
Strategy sets the direction for a more joined-up transport network that works better for passengers, drivers and communities across England.
Read moreFinavia Group’s financial statement release 1 January–31 December 2025
Finavia Group’s financial statement release 1 January–31 December 2025
Finavia Group’s result for the financial year 2025 showed a profit for the first time since the 2019.
Read moreACI Europe: Showing resilience
ACI Europe: Showing resilience
Despite multiple challenges last year, passenger numbers continued to grow across European airports.
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