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Auckland Airport Achieves Top Sustainability Recognition with Level 4 Airport Carbon Accreditation

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(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport has been granted Level 4 Airport Carbon Accreditation by the Airports Council International (ACI), placing it among the leading airports globally in sustainability efforts. Acknowledging the significance of this achievement, Mary-Liz Tuck, Auckland Airport’s Chief Sustainability and Master Planning Officer, emphasizes the airport’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and aiding… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport’s Sustainable Initiatives: Diverting Waste from Landfill and Improving Recycling Efforts

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13.5 tonnes of domestic terminal food court organic waste diverted from landfill in three months A good sort: New $5 million waste facility opens airside to improve waste management and increase recycling (IN SHORT) Auckland Airport announces significant progress in its sustainability efforts, revealing that 13.5 tonnes of organic waste from the domestic terminal’s food… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Set to Unveil Innovative $300 Million Transport Hub for Travelers

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New pick up/drop off area to open early in the new year Projected to more than double the amount of public pick up/drop off area currently on offer (320m or a 200% increase) Built for 650 vehicles throughput p/hr at peak times Transport Hub development paves the way for new domestic terminal development Carparks and… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Gears Up for Busy Summer Travel Season as Passenger Numbers Approach Pre-Pandemic Levels

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Busiest travel days revealed, with the days leading into Christmas set to be the busiest, with 17,900 travellers expected to depart internationally on Friday 22 December Preparations for the busy summer period have been well underway and it’s a great opportunity for ‘Airport Dad’ spotting Extra ‘Santa’s elves’ on hand to help travellers get away… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Joins Heart Aerospace Advisory Board to Drive Sustainable Aircraft Innovation

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(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport has announced its partnership with Swedish electric airplane manufacturer Heart Aerospace by joining the company’s advisory board. The collaboration aims to advance innovation in sustainable aircraft, particularly focusing on Heart Aerospace’s ES-30, a 30-seat electric hybrid aircraft designed for short journeys with a rapid 30-minute recharge time. Auckland Airport will provide… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Experiences 26% Capacity Increase in North American Air Connections for Summer

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(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport is witnessing a surge in North American air connections, offering travelers 26% more capacity this summer compared to pre-pandemic levels. Scott Tasker, Auckland Airport Chief Customer Officer, expressed excitement about the expanded airline and route options connecting New Zealand to North America. The increased capacity reflects the strong demand from both… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Unveils Tenants for Mānawa Bay Premium Outlet Shopping Centre, Including Kate Spade, Coach, and PUMA

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has shared a first look at some of the tenants who will be settling in at the $200-million-plus premium outlet shopping centre, Mānawa Bay, as construction continues to ramp up. The centre is attracting a wide range of sought-after brands that include Kate Spade,… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Appoints Darren Evans as Chief Safety & Risk Officer to Manage Safety and Construction Risks

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has appointed Darren Evans as Chief Safety & Risk Officer, a newly created executive leadership position focused on the identification, management and assurance of the organisation’s safety and risk management. Mr Evans brings 30 years safety and risk management experience across multiple industries, including… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport to Upgrade Busy Bathroom Blocks in Domestic Terminal

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Two upgraded bathrooms with more toilets New parent rooms and accessible bathroom facilities Gender-neutral toilets added. Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Two of Auckland Airport’s busiest bathroom blocks are getting major makeover as part of a wider refresh of the domestic terminal. Starting just after the July school holidays, bathroom facilities… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Unveils Spectacular Football-Themed Welcome for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

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International arrivals hall turned into a football pitch, complete with grandstands Large welcome sign painted on the approach to the runway with ‘Game On!’ message, welcoming teams and fans to Aotearoa, New Zealand FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ expects more than 30,000 international visitors to New Zealand, including around 20,000 from the USA. Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Jul-03… Read the full press release

Chloe Surridge appointed as Chief Operations Officer of Auckland Airport to deliver top safety outcomes and quality customer experience

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has announced the appointment of Chloe Surridge as Chief Operations Officer, an executive team position focused on delivering top safety outcomes and a quality customer experience for the millions of travellers flying in and out each year. Ms Surridge will join Auckland Airport on… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Braces for Busy Easter and School Holiday Period with Over 800,000 Passengers Traveling

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Napier comes out on top as busiest regional destination Australia, US and Singapore most popular overseas destinations With the airport expected to be busy, plan ahead and allow a bit more time for your journey. Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Three public holidays overlapping with both the New Zealand and Australian… Read the full press release

Join the Discussion on Auckland Airport’s FY23 Interim Results with CEO and CFO

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Analyst and media webcast for FY23 interim results Auckland, New Zealand, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport’s interim results for the six months ending 31 December 2022 will be announced on Thursday, 23 February 2023. A webcast for analysts and media with our Chief Executive Carrie Hurihanganui and Chief Financial Officer Phil Neutze… Read the full press release

Emirates’ A380 double-decker lands at Auckland Airport

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ flagship A380 made a landmark touchdown at Auckland Airport. This is first time the Emirates double-decker has landed in Auckland since February 2020, demonstrating increasing travel demand in and out of New Zealand. The special non-stop daily service from Dubai to Auckland was greeted at… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport invites applicants to join the wide range of teams operating at the airport

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — With thousands of jobs lying vacant across the airport system, travellers may experience longer wait times when flying this summer, despite the successful midyear job fair. While Auckland Airport’s Job Fair provided a welcome boost to the recruitment drive of major airport employers, who filled more… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport announces return of United Airlines and American Airlines services this October

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October school holidays busiest since 2019 20% (month-on-month) increase in capacity to US destinations A total of five airlines flying to/from Auckland from/to North America offers up to 60 flights per week over the summer period. Auckland will be connected to eight non-stop destinations to North America during summer 2022/2023; Dallas Fort Worth DFW, Los… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has announced the appointment of Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services. Ms Dooney will join Auckland Airport in early November, taking responsibility for health, safety and wellbeing, people and capability, people services, public relations and government relations, and legal at Auckland Airport. Auckland… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport and Air New Zealand introduce Sunflower Hidden Disabilities programme to support people with hidden disabilities

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — As air travel returns, Auckland Airport and Air New Zealand are introducing the Sunflower Hidden Disabilities programme to make it easier for every traveller to take flight. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard, with its cheerful sunflower emblem, is a discrete way people can indicate a non-visible… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport gears up for travel restart

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Dec-01 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s not quite rolling out the red carpet, but domestic travellers will be welcomed back to Auckland Airport next month on $160 million of improvements to the roading network. André Lovatt, General Manager Infrastructure, said Auckland Airport had been working hard upgrading its core roading network,… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes return of quarantine-free links from Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, and Tokelau

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Terminal access remains restricted under current Alert Level settings Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The first quarantine-free arrivals from Tonga in 20 months will touch down at Auckland Airport this evening. In coming weeks, flights from Tonga will be joined by arrivals from Samoa and Vanuatu and Tokelau travelling quarantine-free for the first… Read the full press release

New Zealand’s well-known brands team up to support “Doing it for Each Other” vaccination campaign

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of New Zealand’s most well-known brands have joined forces to boost vaccination rates among Aucklanders. Backed by Auckland Airport, the “Doing it for Each Other” campaign is being supported by The Warehouse, Spark, Torpedo7, Noel Leeming, Pullman Rotorua, Vodafone, TheMarket.com, Haier, Sky Television, 2degrees, Sofitel… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport gears up for busy July school holidays

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is preparing for its busiest day since the outbreak of COVID-19 as Kiwis head off around New Zealand for well-deserved breaks during the July school holidays. This Friday, around 28,000 guests will use the domestic terminal, the highest number since March 2020, when aviation… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes the return of Air Chathams’ services to Norfolk Island

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Chathams return to the Norfolk Island route today (10 June 2021) marks the first time New Zealanders have been able to fly direct to the Australian territory in 15 months. Auckland Airport’s General Manager Aeronautical Commercial, Scott Tasker, said Air Chathams had delivered important domestic… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes first quarantine-free travellers from Australia

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The arrival of the first quarantine-free travellers from Australia on Monday 19 April will trigger a full operational split of Auckland Airport’s international terminal to handle the physical separation of arrivals heading into managed isolation or quarantine. Auckland Airport Chief Executive Adrian Littlewood said after months… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes extension of government support for international airlines

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Mar-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The extension of government support for international airlines operating New Zealand’s vital passenger and cargo connections has been welcomed by Auckland Airport. General Manager Aeronautical Commercial at Auckland Airport, Scott Tasker, said the past 12 months have been among the toughest in aviation history, and without… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport announces pavement renewal of its airfield

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — With fewer aircraft coming in due to COVID-19, Auckland Airport is taking the opportunity to embark upon a three-year period of pavement renewal throughout its airfield. André Lovatt, General Manager Infrastructure, said the airport was continuously maintaining and updating the airfield surface to ensure the infrastructure… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport partners with Rako Science for highly accurate saliva test for COVID-19

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has joined forces with a Kiwi business deploying a non-invasive, fast-turnaround, accurate saliva test for COVID-19. Rako Science has established COVID-19 surveillance testing in New Zealand using the SHIELD saliva test developed at the University of Illinois. They are now operating a collection site… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport wins BuildingSMART International 2020 Award

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2020-Dec-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport’s development of Building Information Models (BIM) – or digital replicas of buildings – to support the design and management of key infrastructure assets, has been celebrated with a prestigious international award. Auckland Airport was recently announced the winner of the Asset Owners category in… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport’s Twelve Days of Christmas grants programme raised $100,000 for South Auckland charities

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2020-Nov-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Traveller numbers might be well down at Auckland Airport, but their generosity is still flying high with $100,000 to be shared out to South Auckland charities through the Twelve Days of Christmas grants programme. Each year, unwanted currency placed in donation globes by travellers at Auckland… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport’s international terminal to be separated into two zones to protect the health and safety of passengers

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2020-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport’s international terminal will be separated into two zones as part of a plan to protect the health and safety of people flying to and from countries with which New Zealand has formed a safe travel bubble. In anticipation of a safe air corridor being… Read the full press release