LONDON, 2013-04-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has announced it is launching its state of the art River Bar as an events space. The River Bar, which serves a selection of lighter dishes and offers an extensive cocktail menu, is now available to organisers looking for a sleek and sophisticated venue, within a… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Classic Air Force visitor centre – which has seen more than 11,000 people through its doors since it opened at Easter – is getting set to host a collection of “far from standard” vintage cars on Sunday April 21. The new facility, which is located at Newquay Cornwall Airport, is playing… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch Airport’s CEO Jim Boult is applauding the Government’s announcement of a funding boost for tourism over the next four years. Mr Boult says he’s delighted by the $158 million extra funding and has no doubt it will boost tourism. “Tourism is one of this country’s largest export industries, second only to… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian is launching Fort Lauderdale, Florida as a new destination from Oslo Airport. The new route, which opens 30 November, is an important event for the airport and completely in line with its strategy of becoming a Scandinavian aviation hub. “This is a good day and an important event for Oslo Airport. The… Read the full press release
Geneva, 2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Warren Jones as Head of Cargo Network Service (CNS), effective 24 April 2013. Jones, a US national, was previously the Aviation Development Manager at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and has more than 15 years’ experience in aviation and cargo issues. He… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Members of the public are invited to George Best Belfast City Airport on Friday 19th April for a photograph opportunity with the Barclays Premiership Trophy and the FA Community Shield Trophy. The trophy tour, arranged by Brantwood Manchester City Supporters Club, will see the amazing silverware arrive at Belfast City Airport on… Read the full press release
MESA, Ariz., 2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority Board of Directors authorized a contract with D.L. Withers Construction today to build an additional two gates and an additional outdoor courtyard at the Airport’s Charles L. Williams Passenger Terminal at a cost of $4,871,600. The additional gates will increase the total number of gates from… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. (WAA) announced today the closing of a $100 million privately-placed bond issue with institutional investors across Canada. The bond issuance provides WAA with capital to, among other things, repay certain amounts owing under WAA’s bank credit facility with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, finance capital expenditures and… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow has partnered with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to bring the best in traditional English gardens to welcome passengers into London. Between 15 April and 25 May, over 8 million passengers travelling through Heathrow will be welcomed with distinctive garden displays to celebrate National Gardening Week (15 – 21 April) and… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Helsinki Airport, operated by Finavia, has won the prestigious World Airport Award for Best Airport in Northern Europe. The nomination awarded by Skytrax is an indication of success in developing customer services and smooth travelling. Helsinki Airport has been voted the best airport in Northern Europe in 2013. The World Airport Awards… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a consultation with the aviation community concerning its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. This follows an International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) audit of the UK in February 2009 and detailed consideration of the airspace… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (11.4.2013), Gebr. Heinemann opens its doors to the brand new ‘Copenhagen Airport Tax Free’ and reveals a main store landmark emphasizing Copenhagen Airport’s dedication to the extraordinary: ‘The BIG Mermaid’ by world-renowned Danish architects Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Poul Henningsen’s famous Artichoke Lamps, exquisite wooden lamellae, floor-to-ceiling trees and natural light ceilings… Read the full press release
2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch Airport is congratulating Jetstar on achieving two unique milestones this month, as the low fares airline celebrates carrying 5 million domestic passengers across New Zealand and the introduction of its 100th aircraft to its Asia Pacific fleet. Jetstar has had a long and successful association with Christchurch Airport, launching its first international… Read the full press release
2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) is delighted to announce the arrival of a new service at the Airport aimed at helping passengers navigate their way through the terminal, helping them to take advantage of the great facilities on site following recent improvements. LJLA is the latest airport in the UK to feature… Read the full press release
Los Angeles, 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — In anticipation of National Volunteer Week (April 21-27) starting today passengers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be greeted by a new breed of furry Airport Volunteers—dogs! Airport officials today announced the new program—PUP (Pets Unstressing Passengers) at LAX. As one of the few programs of its kind in the United… Read the full press release
£88,900 donated to local parishes 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — A fund set up to benefit the local community around Bristol Airport has donated over £88,900 to a variety of projects and initiatives, in its first 12 months. The Airport Environmental Improvement Fund was set up in 2012 as one of the commitments the Airport agreed to… Read the full press release
One of Europe’s fastest growing airlines bases aircraft at Gatwick Norwegian has increased flights from Gatwick by over a third since 2009 Twelve new leisure routes and increased Scandinavian services offer greater choice for leisure and business travellers 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle, one of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines, has chosen to establish a UK… Read the full press release
Geneva, 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Warren Jones as Head of Cargo Network Service (CNS), effective 24 April 2013. Jones, a US national, was previously the Aviation Development Manager at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and has more than 15 years’ experience in aviation and cargo issues. He… Read the full press release
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Please be informed that Skybus have this morning closed Lands End Airport and will be transferring all flights to and from the Isles of Scilly to Newquay Cornwall Airport until Monday 15th April 2013 inclusive. This decision follows periods of prolonged heavy rain and takes into account the weather warnings for the… Read the full press release
Schiphol ranks among Top 3 airports worldwide 2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — At the Skytrax World Airport Awards held at Passenger Terminal Expo in Geneva, passengers once again proclaimed Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Europe’s best airport, marking the second year running that Schiphol has received this prestigious award. Schiphol also climbed one spot to 3rd place on the ranking… Read the full press release
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bridge Rehabilitations on I-29 and I-435 near KCI Begin Sunday, April 14Bridge rehabilitation to prolong the life of several structures in the Northland begins in April, requiring the Missouri Department of Transportation to temporarily close each structure. Some of this work and other improvements are near Kansas City International Airport. Travelers should… Read the full press release
Los Angeles, California, 2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Members of the media were invited today (April 11, 2013) to join airport officials on a construction “hard hat” tour of the $438-million replacement Central Utility Plant (CUP) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The new modern, state-of-the-art, energy-efficient, computer-managed utility plant will provide the heating and energy needs of the new,… Read the full press release
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passenger traffic increase at London Gatwick Passenger traffic up by 2.5% compared with March 2012 Traffic for the 12 months ended 31 March 2013 increased by 1.2% taking the total annual passenger numbers to 34.2 million March 2013 traffic performance summary Month Moving Annual Total Growth Apr-12 Apr-11 Growth Mar-13… Read the full press release
Geneva, 2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced an organizational restructuring of its main divisions and regional operations to even better address the needs of its 240 member airlines. Senior management changes were also announced to support the new structure. All changes will take effect from 1 July 2013. A key guiding… Read the full press release
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa, Cape Town International Airport has once again been awarded the Best Airport in Africa and the Best Airport in Africa for Staff Service Excellence this time at the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards held last night. The announcement comes weeks after having been awarded the Best Airport in Africa… Read the full press release
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In summer `2013 Sofia Airport’s schedule provides convenient direct flights to 43 destinations from Sofia to other European capital cities and international airports. 19 airlines operate flights on these destinations, most of the flights being operated on daily basis. During the period of Summer Schedule 2013, from 31 March to 27 October, it is expected that9 700 passenger aircraft… Read the full press release
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s Terminal 5 has been named the world’s ‘Best Airport Terminal’ for a second time and Heathrow has been named ‘Best Airport for Shopping’ for a fourth time at this year’s World Airport Awards held yesterday (Wednesday 10 April) at the Passenger Terminal EXPO in Geneva. The award reflects the findings of… Read the full press release
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — A total of 12.1 million passengers have rated 395 airports worldwide in the Skytrax international survey of passenger satisfaction, and the conclusion is clear: Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and most friendly security process. “At a time when airport security screening is usually seen as a necessary evil, it is extremely… Read the full press release
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hamburg Airport had a positive commercial finish for 2012. 13.7 million passengers used Hamburg Airport in the course of 2012, around one percent more than the previous year. The final result was a profit of 39.0 million euros; the previous year’s result was 49.2 million euros. Turnover for the year was 251.5… Read the full press release
New fuel farm arrangements facilitate best price fuel for airline customers 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport (LCY) has completed the purchase of a fuel farm from BP for an undisclosed sum. The facility is one of two situated at the airport, supplying fuel to LCY’s 10 airline customers. Until now, the airlines have purchased… Read the full press release