2013-06-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sofia Airport: Increase in passenger traffic for May 2013 Passengers There was an increase of 1.8 % in the count of arriving and departing passengers at SofiaAirport as compared to May 2012. Serviced passengers totalled to 316 975. The number of passengers on international flights rised by 3 % as compared to the same period last year. Most… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Airports
Budapest Airport launches online parking system for all suitable car parks at the airport
2013-06-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport has introduced an online parking system for all suitable car parks at the airport. The move is part of a program intended to develop the quality of parking products, and is expected to quickly become popular with passengers due to the discounts provided. The introduction of the new parking system involves the… Read the full press release
UK Civil Aviation Authority helps UK holidaymakers avoid extra airline and airport fees and charges
2013-06-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — UK holidaymakers can now check the cost of any extra fees they might have to pay both their airline and airport, thanks to the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) online fees and charges comparison tables. Covering the top 22 airlines operating in the UK, the CAA’s airline fees and charges comparison table… Read the full press release
Amadeus, Munich and Copenhagen airports to jointly work in the development and implementation of two new airport IT solutions
The agreements help Amadeus lay the technology foundation of its new product suite for airports Munich and Copenhagen airports will implement Amadeus’ Airport Sequence Manager and Amadeus Airport Fixed Resource Optimiser solutions during 2013 and 2014 respectively Madrid, Spain, 2013-06-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, today announces that… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport’s Bond rated ‘A+’ by Fitch Ratings for sixth time in a row
Fitch Ratings Affirms Hartsfield-Jackson Airport’s Bond Rating at ‘A+’ PFC hybrid bonds rated ‘A’ with all airport bonds maintaining a Stable outlook ATLANTA, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Airport officials announced today that for the sixth time in a row, Fitch Ratings has affirmed its ‘A+’ to approximately $1.95 billion of senior-lien airport general revenue bonds… Read the full press release
Belfast City Airport Community Fund Supports National Trust’s Outdoor and Closer to Nature Programme
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT’S COMMUNITY FUND GETS CLOSE TO NATURE WITH THE NATIONAL TRUST 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lisburn district Scouts were the first children in Northern Ireland to get their hands dirty at a new ‘Forest School’, thanks to funding from the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund. The airport has provided the much… Read the full press release
United Airlines launches seasonal nonstop service between Shannon and Chicago
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — United Airlines launched a seasonal nonstop service between Shannon (SNN) and its Chicago hub, O’Hare International Airport (ORD), today with a celebratory event at Shannon Airport. The airline will operate five flights per week on the route until Aug. 27, 2013 (westbound). James Mueller, United’s Vice President Atlantic & Pacific Sales, was… Read the full press release
LAWA Invites Public to Preview the New Tom Bradley International Terminal
Los Angeles, California, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today launches www.laxappreciationday.com the reservation site for the public to register to attend LAX Appreciation Day – a preview of the New Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on June, 22 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. LAX Appreciation Day will… Read the full press release
Increase in Passenger Traffic at Mineta San José International Airport
Calendar Year-to-Date Increase of 3.3 Percent SAN JOSE, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) is experiencing sustained passenger traffic growth in 2013, the result of more air service to the places Silicon Valley travelers want to go and an improving economy. Passenger traffic began a steady year-over-year increase in January 2013 with 0.9 percent,… Read the full press release
Visit the Chalet Suisse and discover “a piece of Switzerland” at Zurich Airport
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — A variety of popular Swiss dishes such as Zürcher Geschnetzeltes (strips of veal in a creamy sauce) or mincemeat with maccaroni is now available at the new Swiss restaurant at Zurich Airport’s Airside Center. How about a hearty Swiss meal before your trip abroad? Dishes that the Swiss miss abroad and that… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines, Changi Airport Group And South African Tourism to Jointly Promote Tourist Traffic to South Africa
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — (Joint Release with Changi Airport Group and South African Tourism) – Singapore Airlines has signed a memorandum of co-operation (MoC) with Changi Airport Group and South African Tourism to promote travel to South Africa. Under the agreement, the three parties will explore and implement activities jointly to promote tourist traffic to South Africa through Singapore Airlines’… Read the full press release
The CAA Proposes to Replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released additional information in support of its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. The consultation with the aviation community was launched on 8 April 2013. The CAA proposes to replace Class F Advisory Routes with Class… Read the full press release
ADAC Led A Comprehensive Tour For Students To Promote The Aviation Industry With Younger Generations
Al Yasmina School grade 2 students tour of the Capital’s airport to experience the potential of this dynamic industry in the coming year Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its commitment to promoting the aviation industry with younger generations, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), with the support of Etihad Airways, welcomed… Read the full press release
Manchester Airport, International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) to partner on firefighter training courses
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week. Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim to deliver real benefits to the… Read the full press release
LA Airport Police officers to carry the “Flame of Hope” for the 11th year to raise funds for Special Olympics
Los Angeles, California, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles Airport Police officers will participate on June 7 in the 2013 Southern California Law Enforcement Torch Run® to promote and raise funds for the Special Olympics. This will be the eleventh year Airport Police Officers to carry the “Flame of Hope.” The Law Enforcement Torch Run includes… Read the full press release
The Symbol of Bulgaria, the oil-bearing rose, again to welcome arriving passengers at Sofia Airport
2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — For second consecutive year, Sofia Airport Terminal 2 is opening doors for the Bulgarian oil-bearing rose – a symbol of our country. On Thursday and Friday (30-31 May) 20 volunteers will welcome arriving passengers with fragrant flowers, picked early in the morning from the rose gardens of the village of Panicherevo. To preserve rose fragrance, collection… Read the full press release
O’Hare International Airport Offers Express Lanes for International Passengers Arriving Without Checked Baggage
CHICAGO, 2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — O’Hare International Airport now offers expedited “1-Stop” customs processing for international passengers arriving without checked baggage. The new initiative will streamline the U.S. entry process and minimize customs wait times. “1-Stop” is available to all passengers who arrive at O’Hare’s International Terminal 5 with only carry-on luggage and proper documentation. “Chicago O’Hare… Read the full press release
Copenhagen Airport Offers Lowest Prices on Beauty Products in Scandinavia
2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Prices on fragrances, cosmetics and skincare products are lower at Copenhagen Airport Tax Free than at the neighbouring airports in Scandinavia, a price check made by Norwegian newspaper Aftenposten shows. For passengers spending time at Copenhagen Airport before their flight, it is not a bad idea to pamper themselves with fragrances, cosmetics… Read the full press release
Heathrow’s New Terminal 2 is Now Only One Year Away
Heathrow’s new Terminal 2 will open its doors on 4th June 2014 £2.5bn of private investment in UK infrastructure Companies and jobs supported across the UK 20 million passengers a year will use the new terminal 6 months of testing involving 14,000 people before the new terminal opens 2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s new Terminal 2,… Read the full press release
WAA calls on Local Businesses to Support Winnipeg Harvest’s Grow-A-Row program
2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — As a longtime supporter of Winnipeg Harvest, Winnipeg Airports Authority is issuing a challenge to local businesses to Grow-A-Row this summer to help nourish families in our community. This summer marks the eighteenth year Winnipeg Airports Authority is participating in Winnipeg Harvest’s Grow-A-Row program. Over the years, they have donated more than… Read the full press release
Kauniste pop-up shop at Helsinki Airport is now open!
2013-06-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kauniste works together with young designers to create inspirational everyday textiles. Kauniste pop up –shop was opened on June 1 at Helsinki Airport. Kauniste unites the talents of young graphic designers and craftsmen. It combines the best of both worlds: fresh design and traditional screen printing skills. Pop up –shop offers fresh… Read the full press release
All Nippon Airways Resumes San José-Tokyo Service
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Soars Over Bay Area Skies Again SAN JOSE, 2013-06-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) resumed nonstop service between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner today. ANA’s first priority is passenger safety, and worked closely with the Boeing Company, the… Read the full press release
‘Get Closer’ Is The Bold New Strapline Of London City Airport
London City Airport Invites Passengers to ‘Get Closer’ 2013-06-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — ‘Get Closer’ is the bold new strapline of London City Airport. The line will be incorporated into the airport’s logo, which is being refreshed as a result of a branding review, rolling out this month [June]. A new advertising campaign will run across print… Read the full press release
CDA Residential Sound Insulation Program named Project of the Year by the Federation of Women Contractors
CHICAGO, 2013-06-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Residential Sound Insulation Program (RSIP) was named Project of the Year by the Federation of Women Contractors (FWC) during an awards ceremony on May 30, 2013 at the House of Blues in downtown Chicago. The CDA’s residential sound insulation program at O’Hare and Midway International Airports is led by a woman-owned… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Celebrates the Opening of its Newest Concessions Locations
A unique link ties together the Atlanta Braves All Star Bar and Grill, Goldberg’s Café and The New York Times Bookstore ATLANTA, 2013-05-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — You don’t have to be a sports fan or an avid reader to enjoy the two newest concessions locations now open at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Aviation officials celebrated the Atlanta… Read the full press release
Heathrow to Propose Significant Increase in Noise Fines
Heathrow publishes commitments on noise reduction measures Airlines to be ranked on noise performance New noise insulation scheme being piloted 2013-05-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow today publishes ‘A quieter Heathrow’, a report setting out Heathrow’s commitments to reducing aircraft noise while safeguarding the UK’s connectivity. In the report, Heathrow makes a range of new commitments on… Read the full press release
Aviation Leaders Gather in Cape Town for the 69th IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit
Cape Town, 2013-05-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that some 700 aviation leaders are gathering in Cape Town, South Africa for the 69th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. From 2-4 June 2013 Cape Town will be the global capital of commercial aviation as the industry discusses… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi Airports Company Implements eProcurement Technology System
Partnership with Tejari aims to advance procurement functionality Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced a five year contract with Tejari to implement eProcurement technology across all contracting and supply management systems. ADAC will use the technology to enhance buyer and supplier interaction throughout the organization. The contract… Read the full press release
Lufthansa set to change its take-off procedure for all departures outside Germany, implementing worldwide standards
• From 1 June, 1000-foot acceleration outside Germany • New take-off procedure reduces CO2 emissions and fuel consumption • Transparent measurement procedure planned at Frankfurt Airport prior to introduction in Germany 2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa is set to change its take-off procedure for all departures outside Germany, thereby implementing worldwide standards. As of 1 June… Read the full press release
The Chicago Department of Aviation to Present Airport Concessions Workshop on June 14
CHICAGO, 2013-05-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Are you interested in operating a business at O’Hare or Midway International Airport and don’t know where to begin? The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will present a free “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” workshop on Friday, June 14, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the City… Read the full press release