Infrastructure (Economics)
South Africa's state-owned airports operator, Airports Co. South Africa SOC Ltd. (Acsa), is planning to raise a significant amount of funding to support its airport infrastructure program. The program aims to refurbish its network of airports, including a new cargo terminal at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Mayors
The South Yorkshire Mayor, Oliver Coppard, will make a final decision on September 9 regarding the reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport. The proposal, presented by Mayor Ros Jones, aims to utilize devolved gainshare funding worth £145m to revamp the airport. If successful, the airport could reopen in the spring of
Airports
Numerous travelers have seen their plans disrupted after several major airlines, including American, JetBlue, Spirit, Republic, and Frontier Airlines, canceled or delayed hundreds of flights. The disruptions, which began before the article was written, have significantly impacted travel across the US, UK, Mexico, and Caribbean, with major airports like New
Airports
The Ogun State Commissioner for Transportation, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, has announced that the Gateway International Airport (GIA) will soon be operational, marking a significant milestone in the state's transportation infrastructure. The airport's commercial flight certification, authorized by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), is a testament
Airports
Ground handling staff at airports across Portugal are bracing themselves for potential rolling strikes starting in September, which could last through early January. The strikes, a result of a long-standing labor dispute between the staff and Menzies Aviation, have caught the attention of the industry as a whole. The dispute
Airports
Transport Minister Anthony Loke reportedly said that despite some airlines relocating from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang, others are still keen on setting up operations there. The ministry remains optimistic about the airport's potential as a Premium Airport and Private Jet Hub, with its rejuvenation plan,
Airports
Virginia's airports will receive more than $48 million in federal funding for infrastructure upgrades, part of a nationwide effort to modernize air travel hubs and boost local economies. The funding, awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will support construction projects ranging from runway rehabilitation to new hangars
Airports
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has initiated a new biometric electronic gate pilot program in partnership with identity verification company CLEAR. The effort aims to enhance security measures and provide a more efficient travel experience for millions of visitors expected to arrive in
Airports
On August 22, 1985, British Airtours Flight 28M took off from Manchester Airport bound for Corfu, but never left the runway. A catastrophic engine failure, caused by a faulty combustor canister, led to a devastating chain reaction that resulted in the deaths of 53 passengers and two crew members. The
Airports
A subsidiary of Turkey-headquartered Celebi, Celebi Nas Airport Services India, had been operating at the Mumbai International Airport. However, following the revocation of security clearance by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) in May, citing "national security" reasons, the airport terminated their contract. The BCAS had taken
Airports
Travel experts have warned that up to 600,000 passengers could face disruption at Gatwick Airport due to a baggage screeners' strike over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The strike, which involves staff employed by ICTS, is set to take place from August 22 to August 26 and again
Airports
East Midlands Airport has announced ambitious expansion plans that could create more than 20,000 new jobs in the coming years. The airport's cargo operation is set to play a key role in this growth, with plans for 122,000m2 of warehouse space, new taxiways, and stands for
