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New ATC simulator to be implemented in universities and research centres
A new version of EUROCONTROL's ESCAPE air traffic control simulator will facilitate academic research around the world and improve future training.
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GUIDE TO… Remote Digital Towers the technology to increase productivity
We explore how airports are benefiting from remote tower technology, and how it can assist the productivity and safety of air traffic control and management, both at large hubs and smaller regional settings.
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BlipTrack operations at Birmingham expanded to streamline operations
BlipTrack solutions will be expanded to cover all processes at Birmingham Airport, to help make more informed strategic resourcing, facility and expansion planning decisions, following successful queue management strategies.
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Speaker series: Airport IT & Security
Roberto Castiglioni, Chair, Heathrow Access Advisory Group, Heathrow discusses his highlights from Airport IT & Security 2018 and what he looks forward to at this years event.
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On-Demand Webinar – Blockchain: Flying the friendly skies
7 March 2019 | By TIBCO
Blockchain in the world of airports According to the newest research released by SITA, blockchain is fast emerging among airports and airlines as the priority technology for making the travel experience more efficient. The most commonly expected use of blockchain is for passenger identification, with 40 per cent of airlines…
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Paris Charles de Gaulle’s baggage handling systems from top to tote
A new baggage handling system at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, Terminal 2E saw the beginning of operations in May 2018. Airport operator Groupe ADP’s project scope was to create an automated sortation system that collected the baggage from the six eastern check-in groups in Terminal 2E for transport to Satellite…
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Baggage handling: The secret life of luggage through the airport
It has been a busy few years for baggage. Resolution 753, which introduced baggage tracking as a common industry capability, came into effect on 1 June 2018. The run up to its introduction involved a lot of work ensuring that airlines and airports were aware of the new tracking requirements.…
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Speaker Series: Airport IT & Security
Shane Zbrodoff, Managing Director of Pilot Project International, discusses his highlights from Airport IT & Security 2018, and what he's looking forward to at this year's event.
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Manchester Airport becomes UK’s first 5G connected airport
Manchester Airport has had its 5G capabilities switched on by Vodafone, with other travel locations set to follow suit in the coming weeks.
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Dublin Airport and IAA embark on joint initiative to improve air traffic flow
DUB and the IAA will now incorporate A-CDM into the management of daily flight operations at the airport to help to reduce delays.
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ICAO sign agreement to increase digital framework in aviation
Digital connectivity and a robust digital infrastructure are key to the development of the aviation industry, as ICAO and ICANN sign MoU.
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France’s DSNA and Spain’s ENAIRE discuss air traffic control capacity
As part of the SESAR 2020 project, EUROCONTROL emphasises importance of joint initiatives between France and Spain to increase air capacity.
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Real-time updates now available at Port Authority Airports
Real-time information is now available on airport websites and terminal monitors for passengers travelling through JFK, LaGuardia, Newark Liberty and New York Stewart.
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At Fiumicino Airport, Chinese passengers can now shop with WeChat Pay
The popular instant messaging application in China, WeChat, can now be used to purchase goods in Fiumicino Airport, the first airport in Italy to accept this payment type.
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Pulkovo Airport partners with Kiwi.com to increase ease of transfers
The first self-connected project in Russia’s airport industry has been announced in a partnership between Pulkovo International St. Petersburg Airport and Kiwi.com.
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