The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and the New York Power Authority have commenced construction on New York State’s largest onsite solar plus storage project at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The solar carport canopy will generate electricity to help power the airport’s AirTrain, as well as to reduce electricity […] The post Construction Begins on 12 MW Solar Project at JFK Airport appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

In Saudi Arabia, Alstom has been contracted to upgrade the Innovia automated people mover (APM) system at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) Terminal 1. This full system upgrade will include the addition of four new cars, which will be integrated into the current fleet of ten. The project aims to enhance passenger flow to […] The post Alstom to Upgrade Jeddah Airport’s Automated People Mover appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

The 36th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC), hosted by Icelandair in Reykjavík from May 7-9, 2024, will focus on integrating more sustainable practices into all aspects of ground handling operations. The conference aims to tackle critical issues such as achieving the industry’s ambitious goal of net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, enhancing talent retention and development […] The post IATA Ground Handling Conference 2024 to Focus on Sustainability appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has broken ground on its West Infill and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Checkpoint 3 Expansion project. This marks the airport’s latest milestone in its Journey With AUS expansion programme, which aims to enhance the passenger experience and accommodate for the population growth and increased demand for air travel in Central Texas. […] The post AUS Breaks Ground on West Infill Expansion Project appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) has partnered with Too Good To Go to reduce food waste at Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and G.B. Pastine Ciampino Airport (CIA) in Rome. This partnership will implement the Too Good To Go service at 32 food venues across the airports. This includes Autogrill, Chef Express, Lagardère Travel Retail […] The post Aeroporti di Roma Offers Too Good To Go at FCO and CIA Airports appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has launched an autonomous electric passenger shuttle service at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu. These new shuttles will expand the existing Wiki Wiki shuttle bus service at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), providing an additional option for people travelling between gates and terminals. The […] The post Autonomous Shuttle Service Launches at Honolulu International Airport appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

Oshkosh has sold its first fully electric aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles in Europe to Groupe ADP for use at Paris–Le Bourget Airport (LBG). The four Oshkosh Striker Volterra™ 6×6 electric vehicles will fully replace the fleet of ARFF trucks at Paris-Le Bourget Airport. This will enable Groupe ADP to enhance the safety […] The post Groupe ADP Purchases Four Electric ARFF Vehicles appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

Visual Approach Slope Indicator, or VASI lights, offer a quick visual indication to pilots on final approach as to whether or not they are on the correct glideslope. Runway VASI lights have a 2-bar or 3-bar configuration, with an array of red and white lights. Based on the visibility of the lights, pilots can immediately […] The post Why VASI Lights Have Been Replaced in Aviation appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

VINCI Airports has signed an agreement to acquire the majority shareholding in Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Under this contract, the VINCI Concessions subsidiary will acquire a 50.01 percent shareholding in the company owning Edinburgh Airport. Alongside its existing shares in Belfast International and London Gatwick, this purchase will expand VINCI Airports’ UK network to three freehold […] The post VINCI Airports to Acquire Majority Shareholding in Edinburgh Airport appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has commenced construction work on its new terminal regeneration project, LBA:REGEN. This 100 million GBP development will enhance LBA’s existing terminal building, transforming it into a modern and efficient facility that will improve the passenger experience and support the region’s economic growth. LBA:REGEN will deliver a three-storey expansion covering 9,500 square […] The post Leeds Bradford Airport Starts Construction on Terminal Regeneration Project appeared first on Airport Industry-News ..read more