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Tenerife South Airport chaos sees UK families trapped for hours in sweltering, overcrowded passport queues

2 June 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Hundreds of UK tourists faced dangerous overcrowding at Tenerife airport, with some lifting children to stop them suffocating.

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Delivering a gold medal performance for Queensland and Australia: An interview with Brisbane Airport CEO, Gert-Jan de Graaff

2 June 2025 | By Gert-Jan de Graaff

Gert-Jan de Graaff, CEO of Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty, tells International Airport Review why his staff won best airport staff in Australia & Pacific at the 2025 World Airport Awards, how they are preparing for hydrogen and the 2032 summer Olympics, plus why he’ll never talk publicly about 2019 numbers…

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Munich Airport celebrates 15 years of strong partnerships with United, Singapore Airlines and ANA

30 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Munich Airport marks 15 years of collaboration with three Star Alliance carriers, strengthening its status as a leading global hub.

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TikTok trends reshape UK travel as airports see rise in ‘dupe destination’ demand

19 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

UK holidaymakers are swapping classic destinations for trendier alternatives, with Albania and Morocco soaring in popularity thanks to TikTok influence.

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Milan airports break non-aviation revenue records as long-haul travel and luxury spending surge

16 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Milan airports post record commercial revenue in 2024, with rising long-haul traffic and strong luxury, retail, and food sales.

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European tourism stays strong in 2025 despite global uncertainty and transatlantic travel concerns

14 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

European travel continues to grow in early 2025 as value-focused tourists drive off-season demand despite economic uncertainty.

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Frankfurt-Hahn and Somon Air partner to boost cargo and passenger links with Tajikistan

14 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Frankfurt-Hahn Airport and Somon Air have signed a strategic agreement to expand passenger and cargo links between Germany and Tajikistan.

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Everyone is a “guest” and Lynden Pindling is #NoOrdinaryAirport says CEO Vernice Walkine

9 May 2025 | By Holly Miles, Vernice Walkine

Watch this exclusive interview to discover CEO Vernice Walkine's philosophy around passenger experience which has contributed to its success on the world stage.

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Lisbon airport faces major disruption as Iberian power outage grounds flights and halts operations

1 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Lisbon Airport suffers severe disruption after a widespread power outage hits Portugal, grounding flights and stranding passengers.

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London Heathrow Airport opens birdwatching hide shaped like control tower to spotlight biodiversity and sustainability efforts

30 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

London Heathrow Airport's new bird hide lets visitors explore biodiversity sites while learning about its Nature Positive Plan and sustainability goals.

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Warsaw Chopin Airport celebrates Star Wars Day with galactic attractions and LEGO Darth Vader

28 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Warsaw Chopin Airport transforms into an intergalactic space port with Star Wars-themed activities and LEGO displays from April 25 to May 4.

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Europeans plan longer, higher-budget holidays in 2025 despite slight drop in travel intention

25 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

New ETC data reveals Europeans are prioritising longer trips, spending more, and exploring alternative destinations amid evolving travel preferences.

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Tallinn Airport launches new fitness and sports zones to improve wellbeing and passenger engagement

24 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Tallinn Airport introduces free gym, interactive games, and a Paralympics gate to enhance travel experience and promote healthy, active lifestyles.

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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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