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New logistics centre now in operation at Munich Airport
The new logistics centre will support Munich Airport's decarbonisation efforts, as well as offer sufficient capacity for airport subsidiaries and companies outside of the FMG Group.
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Banning single-use plastics, encouraging use of public transport to and from an airport, managing food waste, reducing use of fossil fuels, monitoring water use, switching to renewable energy sources, sourcing food sustainably. These are all examples of how an airport can begin to reduce its carbon footprint; its greenhouse-gas emissions; its impact on the environment.
The climate change emergency is upon us, and all industries must work hard at becoming more sustainable – the aviation industry included. As the above paragraph demonstrates, this goes beyond using sustainable aviation fuel.
Many airports and authorities have recognised the need to implement environmentally-friendly strategies, and International Airport Review here showcases some of these achievements. However the entire industry must continue striving and innovating to ensure an airport’s surroundings are not negatively impacted and the environment is protected for the future.
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VINCI Airports continues modernisation and expansion of Belgrade Airport
Two years into a 25-year concession, VINCI Airports is continuing its modernisation work at Belgrade Airport in order to make it a more sustainable hub.
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Norwegian aviation industry commits to fossil-free operation by 2050
A number of stakeholders have worked to set a common emissions target and roadmap to achieve the 2050 fossil-free goal for Norwegian aviation.
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Issue 6’s In-Depth Focus on Sustainability
From reducing carbon emissions, noise levels, water usage and waste, all aspects of airport operations need to be considered with a sustainable mindset. This In-Depth Focus highlights some important changes that airports are making to reduce energy consumption and emissions, and some innovative ways to produce renewable energy to power…
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NEXTT Vision: From concept to implementation – during and post-COVID-19
17 December 2020 | By NEXTT Vision (IATA & ACI)
As a joint initiative of ACI and IATA, NEXTT (New Experience Travel Technologies) creates a shared vision for the future of travel. While the first webinar confirmed the validity of and the need for the concepts of NEXTT in these difficult times for the air travel industry, this second webinar will…
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Funding opportunities for Europe’s airport regions
Gabriele Dackaite, ANIMA Project Information Officer at Airport Regions Council (ARC), details the work of the organisation with airport regions, and highlights the funding opportunities that are available for green recovery in EU projects post-COVID-19.
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International Airport Review Issue 6 2020
In this issue we feature articles from industry experts on a vast range of topics including: how the new Salt Lake City International Airport will provide passengers with an entirely new experience; a look at whether the two-tier fire protection system developing at some key airports is potentially affecting the…
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Dallas Fort Worth International becomes first airport to reach new 4+ level in ACI’s Airport Carbon Accreditation programme
Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) was recognised as the first carbon-neutral airport in North America in 2016, but this new accreditation demonstrates the airport's continuing commitment to sustainability.
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Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport achieves ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 2
The certification marks a new phase in Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport's long-term commitment to environmental responsibility.
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Belgrade Airport awarded Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation from ACI
The ACI accreditation is the first result of the new environmental strategy that has been implemented at Belgrade Airport.
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European aviation industry welcomes EC’s Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy
The European Commission's strategy reinforces the sector’s existing commitments towards a sustainable post-crisis future, including reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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London City Airport publishes new master plan that supports recovery and growth
The new master plan is a long-term vision for how London City Airport can recover from COVID-19 and ensure future growth in a sustainable and responsible way.
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Heathrow to consider implementation of Forecourt Access Charges in 2021
The airport is considering the introduction of Forecourt Access Charges in order to prevent a car-led airport recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Commercial aviation’s first SAF-fuelled cargo flight operated by DB Schenker and Lufthansa Cargo
By utilising Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), DB Schenker and Lufthansa Cargo have operated commercial aviation's first carbon-neutral freight flight.
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IATA calls on governments worldwide to support Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Currently SAF is on average between two to four times more expensive than fossil fuels with current global production of about 100 million litres a year which is just 0.1 per cent of the total amount of aviation fuel consumed by the industry.