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Airports face financial challenges despite air traffic rebound says ACI World

5 May 2025 | By Holly Miles

Global revenues were 11.4% lower in 2023 than the US$158.6 billion reported pre-pandemic according to the ACI World economics report.

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ACI Europe backs regional airports as they urge EU to act on critical connectivity challenges

30 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

ACI Europe supports Europe's regional airports as they call on the EU to address economic, policy and sustainability hurdles.

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Airport revenues lag behind traffic recovery as ACI World releases new economic performance data

28 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Passenger numbers neared pre-pandemic levels in 2023, but global airport revenues remained significantly lower, according to ACI World’s latest report.

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AviAlliance pledges £350m to boost AGS Airports growth, sustainability and regional economic impact

24 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

AGS Airports to receive £350m investment from AviAlliance to enhance terminals, expand connectivity, and support sustainable infrastructure across Scotland and the south.

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Brussels Airport unveils decade-long expansion to boost capacity, connectivity and passenger experience by 2032

22 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Brussels Airport (BRU) will expand its terminal, add a hotel, and build a green intermodal hub by 2032.

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Finavia expands Rovaniemi Airport terminal to meet growing demand from Lapland’s booming tourism industry

22 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Rovaniemi Airport's terminal will grow by 1,000m² to support rising international tourism and enhance passenger experience.

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Airports in Asia-Pacific and Middle East to invest $240 billion in expansion by 2035

16 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Asia-Pacific and Middle East airports will invest $240 billion to expand capacity, modernise infrastructure, and support future passenger and cargo growth.

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Vienna Airport signs support deal with Ukraine to boost airport recovery and donate equipment

7 April 2025 | By

Vienna Airport will support Ukrainian airports with technical donations and expertise as part of a new cooperation agreement.

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Airports Council International supports Auckland Airport’s infrastructure plans and commerce commission’s pricing decision

4 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Airports Council International backs Auckland Airport’s $6.6 billion investment, highlighting its transparent consultation process and economic benefits while dismissing allegations of unfair pricing as misleading.

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Mumbai Airport proposes new user development fees for passengers

18 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Mumbai International Airport Limited plans UDF increases to fund airport upgrades, while reducing airline charges to keep airfares competitive and improve passenger services.

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Malta International Airport unveils €345 million investment plan to enhance operations and sustainability

3 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Malta International Airport announces €345 million investment programme to improve infrastructure, sustainability, and the guest experience between 2025 and 2029.

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A new vision for global airport excellence under ACI World’s new Director General: Justin Erbacci

26 February 2025 | By Holly Miles

In a recent interview, Justin Erbacci, the new Director General of ACI World, outlined his strategic approach for guiding airports towards global operational excellence, exploring his vision and drawing on his own words to illustrate his priorities.

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London Heathrow Airport CEO announces record investment plans, including third runway and major upgrades

19 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

London Heathrow Airport CEO Thomas Woldbye reveals the largest private investment programme in the airport’s history, including a third runway, with plans to submit to the Government by summer.

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UrbanV and PAX Aeroportos to develop Brazil’s first regulatory sandbox for advanced air mobility

7 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

UrbanV and PAX Aeroportos will establish a regulatory sandbox at Campo de Marte Airport, advancing vertiport infrastructure and eVTOL integration for a sustainable urban air mobility ecosystem in Brazil.

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Munich Airport international to support reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport in spring 2026

6 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Munich Airport International and FP Airports Ltd will help reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport, aiming to boost the local economy and regional connectivity by 2026.

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