Europe

Differing national approaches to reopening borders jeopardises recovery

9 July 2020 | By International Airport Review

ACI Europe and A4E highlight how the smooth reopening of external EU borders is being jeopardised by non-harmonised, uncoordinated national measures.

Avinor rolls out end-to-end touchless travel programme

3 July 2020 | By International Airport Review

Passengers at Norway’s airports can enjoy the summer season with a new end-to-end touchless airport experience.

UK’s self-isolation requirement is lifted for lower-risk countries

3 July 2020 | By International Airport Review

From 10 July 2020, passengers will be able to travel to many countries without having to self-isolate on return to the UK.

COVID-19 impacts and solutions to airport operations: Complete guide by Copenhagen Optimization

1 July 2020 | By Copenhagen Optimization

This guide is for anyone involved in the airport operation – from the airport planner to the terminal manager and the airport executive.

European Business Aviation Association urges governments to collaborate closely

1 July 2020 | By International Airport Review

Removing restrictions on travel to and within the EU is required as the industry begins recovery, but must occur with coordination and collaboration.

DTN WeatherSentry Airport Operations launches in Europe

30 June 2020 | By DTN

Designed for airport operations, WeatherSentry provides accurate and comprehensive forecasts, access to real-time weather data and consultation for year-round support.

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Two Rome airports are first in the world to receive Biosafety Trust certification

30 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

Fiumicino International Airport and Ciampino Airport have become the first airports in the world to receive the voluntary Biosafety Trust certification.

SESAR Deployment Manager creates ATM modernisation COVID-19 measures

29 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

In order to support its partners in the deployment of SESAR ATM modernisation projects amidst COVID-19, the SESAR Deployment Manager has introduced a range of measures.

Istanbul Airport becomes newest addition to EASA COVID-19 monitoring programme

29 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

Around 40 airport operators and airlines are currently involved in the EASA and ECDC COVID-19 guidelines monitoring programme, with Istanbul Airport being among the most recent additions.

European aviation associations call for sustainable COVID-19 recovery

24 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

ACI Europe, CANSO and IATA are among the associations calling for the EU to prioritise aviation sustainability in future COVID-19 recovery plans.

Finavia signs agreement for new generation of electric aircraft in Finland

23 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

By signing the agreement with the Helsinki Electric Aircraft Association, Finavia takes another step towards introducing electric aircraft in Finland.

Sheremetyevo Airport develops COVID-19 safety measures

22 June 2020 | By International Airport Review

In order to protect the health of its passengers and employees, Sheremetyevo Airport has built upon its COVID-19 safety measures.

The complex relationship between airports and territorial administrations

22 June 2020 | By Sergi Alegre - Airport Regions Council

Sergi Alegre, Director General of Airport Regions Council (ARC), details the opportunities that collaboration between airports and territorial administrations could bring for regional development.

Working to make European air travel safe during COVID-19

22 June 2020 | By European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

International Airport Review spoke with EASA about the importance of having a consistent approach to COVID-19 health safety, and to learn more about its new aviation guidelines that were developed with ECDC.