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Aviation emissions should be included in net zero 2050 target
The CCC looks at how to bring IAS emissions formally within the UK’s net-zero target, setting out the rationale and the implications for the UK’s climate strategy.
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Heathrow Airport in London is the UK’s largest and busiest airport as well as being the busiest airport in Europe and the seventh busiest in the world based on passenger traffic.
Located in the west of the city, in the London borough of Hillingdon, Heathrow hosts two runways and four operational terminal buildings. It is the primary hub for British Airways and the main operating base of Virgin Atlantic.
Approximately 80 airlines fly from London Heathrow, taking passengers to over 180 destinations around the world.
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Virgin Atlantic unveils new route plans for expanded Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic is urging ministers to ‘shake up the Heathrow market’ by reforming slot allocation, as it unveils plans for 84 new routes following the airport's expansion.
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NATS records busy August despite strike and weather challenges
As passenger growth continues on its exponential curve, NATS has recorded a growth in air traffic for August 2019, compared to the same period 12 months ago.
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Heathrow to trial new technology to improve recycling rates at airports
In a UK first, Heathrow will trial new technology that could turn unrecyclable passenger waste into airport furniture, uniforms and alternative fuels.
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From assistance to bespoke customer service
As the aviation industry moves towards a more focused approach on passengers with reduced mobility, accessibility within airports is changing. We spoke to Roberto Castiglioni, Chair of the Heathrow Access Advisory Group, who takes a closer look at how the industry should handle this.
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Using biometrics in multiple stages of the passenger’s journey
For our Guide to Biometrics, International Airport Review spoke to Simon Wilcox, Programme Manager for Automation at Heathrow Airport, to find out how biometrics are capable of providing a more efficient and secure journey.
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Sustainability Series: Yet more drone disruption set for Heathrow
Labelled 100 per cent safe and 100 per cent illegal, the plight of the drone comes back to haunt Heathrow Airport as more climate activists demand their voices are heard.
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Passenger experience during 2019 is significantly varied at UK airports
The UK's busiest airports have fallen victim to their capacity constraints as passenger feedback suggests that more needs to be done to accommodate the exponential traffic growth.
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Heathrow witnesses a record-breaking day with 262,000 passengers
Heathrow Airport's busiest day ever is a strong example of the need to expand if the airport is to continue hosting the exponential growth of passengers.
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Boris Johnson plans to introduce 3D scanning technology to all major UK airports
UK Prime Minister plans to introduce 3D technology to airports across the UK to improve passenger experience and create a more seamless journey.
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London Assembly raises concerns around Heathrow’s third runway
Yet more opposition has surfaced for the expansion of the UK's only hub airport as the London Assembly highlights the negative effects the expansion will have upon the capital.
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British Airways witnesses yet another IT system failure
British Airways has fallen victim to another IT system failure which has left thousands stranded and is expected to cost the airline in excess of £8 million.
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Modern baggage messaging standards
30 July 2019 | By International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Following on from the first two webinars of this series - which introduced the IATA RFID priority and highlighted some successful deployments - this session will cover the messaging aspect as baggage is moved according to messages that are sent from the airline Departure Control System (DCS) to the baggage…
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Extinction Rebellion call off planned disruption at Heathrow Airport
In a statement on their website, Extinction Rebellion have called off the proposed action at Heathrow following new alliance with XR Youth.
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Heathrow launches new partnership with First Bus to take cars off the road
The new service is set to provide a sustainable transport alternative to Heathrow for passengers and staff, saving thousands of car journeys every year.
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