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New data show global passenger demand has risen compared to last year

7 October 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

The International Air Transport Association has released data showing an increase in global passenger demand for August 2024, compared to August 2023.

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Air travel soars in 2023 as industry embraces digital and sustainable future

30 September 2024 | By International Airport Review

Air travel surged in 2023, with a global survey revealing passengers’ growing embrace of digital innovations and sustainability, signalling a transformed future for the industry.

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Oryx Airport Hotel at Hamad International Airport wins multiple hospitality awards

23 September 2024 | By International Airport Review

The Oryx Airport Hotel at Hamad International Airport has been named “Most Hygienic Hotel in Qatar” at the 2024 Haute Grandeur Hotel Awards, alongside other global and regional honours.

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New data shows experience instore is more important than price for duty free

29 August 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

The global travel retail industry is encountering a significant shift in consumer behaviour, as shoppers increasingly prioritise experiential value over price in duty free shops. This is according to data from travel retail research agency M1nd-set.

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King Salman International Airport Development Company signs four firms to build mega airport under ‘Vision 2030’

23 August 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

International companies Foster + Partners, Jacobs, and Mace along with Saudi company Nera, have been signed by King Salman International Airport to build one of the worlds largest airports for 2030.

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Insights on air navigation services and innovations in UAE

8 August 2024 | By Ahmed Al Jallaf

Ahmed Al Jallaf, Assistant Director General of Air Navigation Services at the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), speaks to International Airport Review about how his organisation is looking to modernise airspace, drive technological change and innovation and entice the next generation into the industry.

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Oman Airports: Aerohacking a way to a more innovative future

2 August 2024 | By Sheikh Aimen Al Hosni

During the Airports Innovate Conference, hosted by Oman Airports, International Airport Review’s Holly Miles sat down with Oman Airports CEO, Sheikh Aimen Al Hosni, to discuss the Aerohack held in October 2023; how he drives a culture of innovation within his team and how a new Youth Board is bringing fresh…

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Hamad International Airport sees 25% growth in passenger traffic

1 August 2024 | By Emily Budgen

Hamad International Airport has witnessed a 25% growth in passenger traffic across the first half of 2024.

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Bahrain Airport Company enhances wildlife hazard programme

31 July 2024 | By Emily Budgen

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator of Bahrain International Airport, are enhancing their wildlife hazard programme.

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A holistic approach: Airport management, design and construction

26 July 2024 | By Carl Dainter

Here, Mace’s Global Head of Aviation, Carl Dainter, explains how firms responsible for building and enhancing airports can aid a sense of consistency, providing passengers with a pleasant and frictionless, yet bespoke, experience throughout their journey.

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Turkish Airlines showcases new luxury suites at Farnborough

23 July 2024 | By Emily Budgen

Turkish Airlines have showcased a new luxury suite at Farnborough Airshow in Hampshire this week.

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Etihad Airways launches its early autumn deals

16 July 2024 | By Emily Budgen

Etihad Airways has launched some discounted deals for early autumn travel, responding to customer demand for their routes.

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Managing fear of change during an age of technology acceleration

12 July 2024 | By David Wilson

David Wilson, the Managing Partner of daa International, and International Airport Review’s Advisory Board member spoke to Editor, Holly Miles, about the challenges airports are facing with regards to skills, and the importance of change management when implementing new technologies. Wilson also details his trends to watch in 2024.

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Building tourism amidst the war in Gaza

8 July 2024 | By Ramzi Arafat

Listen to this exclusive interview with the CEO of Aqaba Airport where he talks about the war in Gaza and how it has affected them.

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UrbanV and ICAD join forces to bring AAM to Middle East

27 June 2024 | By Emily Budgen

UrbanV and ICAD Holdings LTD have joined forces to bring AAM to the Middle East region, collaborating on technology integration.

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