Category Archives: Airports

From Desert Safaris to Corporate Travel Solutions World Travel Awards Celebrate dnata’s Excellence

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata Travel Group has earned ten accolades at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s leading travel services groups, according to their press announcement. Representatives from dnata Travel, Arabian Adventures, dnata Travel Management, and dnata Representation Services gathered at the… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Joins the Global Sunflower Movement as Inclusive Travel Gains Worldwide Momentum

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(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, marking a significant step in the airline’s efforts to make air travel more inclusive for passengers with non-visible disabilities according to their press announcement. Launched on December 1, the initiative allows travellers with conditions such as chronic illness,… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport Pushes Ahead with £400m Expansion as Retail and Expanded Passenger Facilities Take Priority

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(NEWS) BRISTOL, 2025-Dec-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has begun the next phase of a long-term £400 million redevelopment programme, with construction now starting on a remodelled departure lounge that will include almost twice as many shops and restaurants as the current terminal. According to their press annoucement, the airport is allocating more than… Read the full news article

British Safety Council awards AGS Airports a three-airport standout in health and safety excellence

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(NEWS) ABERDEEN, Scotland, 2025-Dec-1 — /Travel PR News/ — AGS Airports is marking a major milestone after Aberdeen International, Glasgow and Southampton airports were each awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour by the British Safety Council, one of the highest accolades achievable in the field of workplace safety. The recognition comes on the back of all… Read the full news article

Connecting through music, art and inclusion as Emirates Group celebrates UAE National Day with Rashid Centre for People of Determination

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group has highlighted its commitment to accessibility and community inclusion through a collaborative engagement day with the Rashid Centre for People of Determination, aligning with the UAE’s Year of Community initiative. The full-day programme brought together Emirates Group Youth Council members, senior executives, and Rashid Centre… Read the full news article

A new era of clean energy and smoother travel experience begins at Shannon Airport with the launch of its airfield solar farm and expanded terminal facilities

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has taken a substantial step toward greener aviation operations with the launch of Ireland’s first solar PV farm built within an active airfield — a development expected to generate up to one-fifth of the airport’s electricity needs. The project, coupled with a newly expanded European… Read the full news article

Strengthening the Asia–Europe Trade Bridge with a Next-Generation Cargo Partnership between Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong

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(NEWS) FRANKFURT, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport have entered a new phase of cooperation with a strategic partnership designed to strengthen cargo connectivity between Europe and Asia. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding, the two major hubs are expanding an already long-standing relationship, setting the foundation for deeper… Read the full news article

Supporting Changemakers: Belfast City Airport Reopens Its Community Fund for 2025

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(NEWS) BELFAST, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has opened applications for its Community Fund, inviting charities, schools, local organisations, and community groups across Greater Belfast, Ards, and North Down to seek financial support for initiatives that meaningfully benefit local residents. The long-running fund, which has distributed more than £700,000 to 237 projects… Read the full news article

A Significant Leap for European Logistics as Swissport Unveils Its New Schiphol Cargo Facility

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(NEWS) ZURICH, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has strengthened its position in Europe’s air-cargo corridor with the launch of a new second-line cargo facility at Amsterdam Schiphol, according to their press release, adding significant capacity at one of the continent’s busiest logistics hubs. The newly opened Terminal 12 expands the company’s Schiphol footprint by… Read the full news article

The UAE’s Logistics Horizon Expands as Emirates SkyCargo and LODD Work Together on Next-Generation VTOL Capabilities

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo has taken a strategically significant step toward shaping the next era of global logistics with a new Memorandum of Understanding signed with Abu Dhabi–based LODD Autonomous during the 2025 Dubai Airshow. The partnership unites two pioneering UAE innovators to explore the development and deployment of autonomous… Read the full news article

A New Chapter of Innovation and Leadership as dnata Extends Its Reign in Ground Handling

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata’s double win at the Aviation Business Middle East Awards 2025 marks the latest milestone in a transformative journey that has spanned more than a decade, redefining the standards of ground handling, cargo operations and aviation services worldwide. According to their press announcement, this year, the organisation claimed… Read the full news article

How Southwest’s Shift to Assigned Seating Will Transform the Airport and Boarding Experience

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(NEWS) DALLAS, TX, 2025-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines is preparing for one of the most significant operational shifts in its history as it moves from its signature open-seating model to assigned seating beginning January 27. According to their press announcement, the transition will bring a redesigned gate experience, an updated boarding structure, and… Read the full news article

HMSHost Brings Northern Virginia’s Craft Spirit to Dulles International Airport with MurLarkey Flights & Bites

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(NEWS) BETHESDA,MD, 2025-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Dulles International Airport is set to welcome a new locally inspired dining experience as HMSHost, part of Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), secures a 10-year contract to introduce MurLarkey Distilled Spirits Flights & Bites to the airport’s upcoming Concourse E. The partnership brings one of Northern Virginia’s most celebrated craft… Read the full news article

A New Era of Convenience as Amadeus Brings SmartRyde Airport Rides Into One Easy Booking

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(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus is strengthening its ground-transportation offerings through a new integration with SmartRyde, the Japan-based airport transfer specialist whose services span more than 1,000 airports worldwide, according to recent news. As one of the travel industry’s most widely used technology platforms, Amadeus will now enable travel sellers to access… Read the full news article

Fresh Career Opportunities: Ryanair Opens 50 Cabin Crew Roles Across Shannon and Cork for 2026 Operations

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(NEWS) DUBLIN, 2025-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost airline, has revealed plans to bolster its cabin crew workforce with 50 new positions spread across its Cork and Shannon bases, as part of preparations for its Summer 2026 schedule. The announcement includes 25 roles in each location, underscoring the airline’s continued investment in… Read the full news article

A Record-Breaking Summer Ahead as Ryanair Grows Its Shannon Operations and Invests $400 Million in the Region

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(NEWS) DUBLIN, 2025-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair is set to elevate Shannon Airport’s connectivity to new heights with its Summer 2026 expansion, unveiling four new European routes — Rome, Warsaw, Poznan, and Madrid — alongside the introduction of a fourth based aircraft. The move represents a US$400 million investment and marks the airline’s biggest-ever… Read the full news article

New Auckland Lounge and Sydney Redevelopment Mark Next Phase in Qantas’ Premium Travel Push

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(NEWS) MASCOT, Australia, 2025-Nov-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas is ramping up its investment in the premium travel experience, moving forward with an extensive global lounge overhaul that will see a major transformation of its Sydney International Business Lounge and the long-awaited opening of its new Auckland International Lounge next month. The twin projects reflect… Read the full news article

Ancient Egypt Flies to Hong Kong as Cathay Cargo Demonstrates Logistics Mastery with 30-Tonne Artefact Transport

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Nov-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo has successfully transported 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts weighing more than 30 tonnes from Shanghai to Hong Kong, marking the arrival of one of the most significant cultural exhibitions ever staged in the city. The priceless collection will be unveiled at the Hong Kong Palace Museum… Read the full news article

United Airlines and Lyft Join Forces to Turn Airport Rides into Airline Miles for Travelers

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(NEWS) SAN FRANCISCO / CHICAGO, 2025-Nov-5 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines is taking another step toward redefining the connected travel experience through a new partnership with Lyft, enabling MileagePlus® members across the U.S. to earn miles on everyday rides. The collaboration allows United’s loyal flyers to collect airline miles each time they book an… Read the full news article

Seamless Journeys Await as Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Link Africa with Asia and Beyond

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(NEWS) DOHA, 2025-Nov-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has expanded its African network through a new codeshare agreement with Air Algérie, enhancing air links between Algeria and key destinations in Asia and the Middle East. The partnership, which takes effect for travel starting 15 November 2025, will give passengers from both airlines greater access… Read the full news article

AirAsia Charts a New Course as Bahrain Becomes the Gateway Linking Asean to the Middle East

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(NEWS) MANAMA, 2025-Nov-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Capital A Berhad, the parent company of AirAsia, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications to explore the establishment of Bahrain as AirAsia’s first Middle East hub — a move that could significantly reshape regional connectivity between Southeast Asia and… Read the full news article

Connecting Cultures and Commerce: How Teleport and Etihad Cargo Are Opening Cambodia’s Gateway to Global Markets

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(NEWS) ABU DHABI, UAE, 2025-Nov-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Teleport, Southeast Asia’s eCommerce logistics specialist, has expanded its long-standing collaboration with Etihad Cargo — the cargo and logistics division of Etihad Airways — through the launch of a new dedicated freighter service from Phnom Penh’s Techno International Airport (KTI). Scheduled to begin during the winter… Read the full news article

Invisible No More: How the Sunflower Symbol Is Redefining Accessibility and Understanding in Global Travel

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(NEWS) ZURICH, 2025-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Zurich Airport Ltd. has announced the introduction of the internationally recognized Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard from November 1, becoming part of a global network of airports and airlines committed to improving accessibility for passengers with invisible disabilities. The initiative enables individuals with non-visible conditions such as autism, dementia,… Read the full news article

Travellers Gain More Italian Getaways as Wizz Air Launches New Flights from London Luton

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers departing from London Luton Airport (LLA) now have even more opportunities to explore Italy, as Wizz Air expands its network with new connections to Rome, Milan, and soon, Venice. According to a press announcement, the airline has introduced 11 weekly flights from Luton to Rome Fiumicino… Read the full news article

Building the Future of Flight: How Airlines Worldwide Are Investing in People to Shape Tomorrow’s Skilled Workforce

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(NEWS) MASCOT, Australia / HONG KONG, 2025-Oct-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Across continents, the aviation industry is entering a new era of training excellence. From Australia to Hong Kong, the UK, Africa, and the United States, airlines and aviation organizations are investing heavily in education, safety, and technology to nurture the next generation of aviation… Read the full news article

Christchurch Airport Welcomes Air New Zealand’s First Direct Flight from Adelaide, Strengthening Trans-Tasman Ties

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(IN SHORT) Christchurch Airport celebrated the inaugural Air New Zealand flight from Adelaide, strengthening ties between the South Island and South Australia. The milestone follows over five decades of sister-city collaboration between Christchurch and Adelaide and supports increased travel, tourism, and cultural exchange between the regions. The launch ceremony featured a kapa haka performance and… Read the full news article

Jordan Welcomes Eurowings’ First Flight from Stuttgart with New Pathways for Culture and Tourism

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(IN SHORT) Eurowings has inaugurated direct flights between Stuttgart and Amman, introducing a twice-weekly connection that enhances travel between southern Germany and Jordan. The new route strengthens Eurowings’ medium-haul network while supporting Jordan’s broader tourism strategy focused on improved air connectivity. Executives from both Eurowings and Jordan’s tourism authorities praised the collaboration, noting that it… Read the full news article

Flying South Made Easy as Alaska Airlines Adds Oakland to San Diego Route

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(IN SHORT) Alaska Airlines is enhancing its operations in the San Francisco Bay Area with the introduction of four new daily, year-round nonstop flights between Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport and San Diego International Airport, starting April 22, 2026. The route, operated with Embraer E175 aircraft, aims to offer travelers a more convenient and comfortable… Read the full news article

Originair’s Blenheim-Christchurch Flights Strengthen South Island Links as Christchurch Airport Builds on Last Year’s Growth

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(NEWS) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand, 2025-Oct-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport has strengthened its role as a key gateway for the South Island, celebrating the launch of Originair’s new service between Blenheim and Christchurch. The route, which began on 19 October, was welcomed with a ceremonial water arch as the aircraft taxied in, marking the… Read the full news article

Turning Lessons Into Action: NBAA Reviews 15 Major Aircraft Accidents to Advance Business Aviation Safety Practices

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(NEWS) LAS VEGAS, NV, 2025-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — As aviation safety takes center stage amid a year marked by several high-profile incidents, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has launched a major new resource aimed at advancing safety learning across the sector. The Spotlight on Safety Accident Compendium, unveiled during the 2025 Business Aviation… Read the full news article