Airport Recovery Plan published by the Airport Operators Association
AOA has called for urgent additional, aviation-specific financial support from the UK and devolved governments in order to support the recovery of the industry.
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Air cargo demand in 2020 lowest since IATA records began
Global demand in 2020 was 10.6 per cent below 2019 levels, the largest drop in year-on-year demand since IATA started to monitor cargo performance in 1990.
Aviation experiences sharpest decline in passenger traffic in its history during 2020
International passenger demand fell by 75.6 per cent in 2020 compared to 2019 levels, representing the sharpest traffic decline in aviation history.
Kempegowda Airport partners with Envirotainer to improve temperature-sensitive cargo transportation
The new partnership will allow Kempegowda Airport to maintain the integrity and quality of temperature-sensitive cargo throughout entire journey.
New travel restrictions plunge Canadian airports into ‘most severe crisis since March 2020’
The new restrictions, on top of existing rules and requirements, are creating an even bleaker future outlook for Canadian airports.
TIACA and Pharma.Aero release second report on transportation and handling of COVID-19 vaccines
The report outlines the recommended practices to ensure that all vaccine transportation by air meets the highest standards of speed, security, reliability and transparency.
ACI Asia-Pacific expects pre-pandemic passenger volumes to return by 2024
Volumes in the Asia-Pacific market are expected to return by approximately 2023, but the Middle East will take longer, and is expected to return to pre-COVID-19 levels by 2024.
UK government’s Airport and Ground Operations Support Scheme opens for applications
The scheme will allow commercial airports and ground handlers to apply for up to £8 million each from the UK government to support with fixed costs.
Munich Airport achieves ACI’s Airport Health Accreditation
Munich Airport fully met the strict requirements of the ACI accreditation, so passengers can now be sure about the quality of health and safety precautions at the airport.
Heathrow Airport to launch colleague rapid testing pilot
The UK government-led testing pilot will be conducted with Heathrow Airport employees in partnership with the NHS Test and Trace scheme.
IATA calls on governments to establish global vaccination and testing standards
By accelerating the establishment of vaccination and testing certifications, IATA has stressed that governments can better support the re-establishment of global air connectivity.
All-electric aircraft tow tractor introduced at Munich Airport
The use of the tow tractor supports Munich Airport's climate protection goals, which include to be completely carbon-neutral by 2030.
Travel bans extended and hotel quarantine for travellers introduced in UK
The UK government's travel ban has been extended to the UAE, Burundi and Rwanda in order to prevent the importation of a new COVID-19 variant found in South Africa.
Contract awarded for the reconstruction of the Palanga Airport runway
The reconstruction of Palanga Airport's runway, as well as one taxiway and parts of the apron, will take 45 days and €13.6 million to complete.
Aviation’s path to recovery will be uncertain without government support, says ACI
ACI has stressed that governments need to introduce a consistent approach to COVID-19 testing and vaccination in order to promote air travel and support the recovery of the industry.
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