Airports
Breakthrough SAF process could radically simplify production
This article was originally posted on our sister site, Aerospace Tech Review. Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new process that could significantly cut the cost of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. The US-based research team have found a...
SITA integrate Google Find Hub with WorldTracer baggage system
SITA have integrated Google's Find Hub with its WorldTracer baggage system, allowing passengers to share luggage location information with airlines through their personal devices. Bag finding is usually conducted through airport bag scans and airline data exchanges....
Focusing on the customer: Louisville Airport’s $1bn development
Louisville Muhammed Ali International Airport (SDF) has experienced its busiest years on record, with both the cargo and commercial operations taking off at pace. US$1 billion of investment is being funnelled into the site through the SDF Next programme to modernise...
Equilibrion and Rolls Royce to develop nuclear-powered SAF production
This post is taken from our sister publication, Aerospace Tech Review. Equilibrion and Rolls Royce have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop British sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production through nuclear power. The Rolls Royce small modular...
Aviation Festival Asia Startup Pitch Competition: Meet the finalists!
The aviation industry desperately needs new solutions and perspectives to tackle its technological challenges. At Aviation Festival Asia, we're putting innovation front and centre with the Startup Pitch Competition. Before a panel of industry experts and an audience...
UK government launches £43m competition for sustainable aviation projects
The UK government is launching a new fund worth up to £43 million (US$58 million) for financing green aviation projects. Hydrogen propulsion and limiting contrails are two key areas of interest in the competitions, which will run in February. The funding comes from...
World’s busiest airports of 2025 revealed
Aviation data experts OAG have released their list of the busiest airports of 2025. Ranked by seat capacity, the annual report crunches the numbers from across the calendar year to determine which hubs are leading growth. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) once again...
TSA adds touchless screening to 50 more airports
The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that 50 more airports will be upgraded with touchless screening technology. This will enable more passengers to breeze through security without fumbling with physical ID or documents. Launched in spring...
Aviation Festival Asia Award 2026 nominations are now open!
The aviation industry in Asia is moving faster than ever, driven by cutting-edge technology, bold collaborations, and a deep commitment to sustainable growth. The Aviation Festival Asia Awards 2026 are here to celebrate the organisations and initiatives that are...
Construction begins on Ethiopia’s new $12.5 billion airport
Construction has begun on Ethiopia's new Bishoftu International Airport (BIA), 40 kilometres southwest of Addis Ababa. The cost of the airport will total US$12.5 billion when all construction phases are complete, making it Africa's biggest-ever aviation project. The...
IATA reveals the five key risks shaping aviation in 2026
Industry body IATA has named the five risks that most threaten the aviation industry in 2026. With profit margins expected to remain tight at 3.9%, good decision planning and situational awareness will be critical in determining which airlines make it through the year...
How are America’s airports preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
This June, Canada, Mexico, and the US will jointly host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. One of the world's biggest sporting events, airports from Seattle and Toronto to Guadalajara and Miami will welcome players, teams, media — and potentially millions of fans. The impact on...
The most important aviation trends to watch in 2026
It's that time of the year again, where experts across the industry get out their crystal balls and try to predict the next game-changing developments in travel and aviation. To celebrate the imminent arrival of 2026, we've compiled a shortlist of the biggest trends,...
Aviation Festival Asia Award 2026 nominations are now open!
The aviation industry in Asia is moving faster than ever, driven by cutting-edge technology, bold collaborations, and a deep commitment to sustainable growth. The Aviation Festival Asia Awards 2026 are here to celebrate the organisations and initiatives that are...
Elon Musk swipes at American Airlines over Amazon Leo talks
Elon Musk and Space X's VP for Starlink Engineering have disparaged American Airlines on X as the airline entered talks for a potential inflight connectivity deal with rivals Amazon Leo. Bloomberg first reported that American were discussing a partnership with Amazon...
Tech and innovation keep Dallas Fort Worth at the top
Handling 87 million passengers every year, Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) is the third-busiest airport in the world. At the same time, for three consecutive years, Airports Council International (ACI) has recognised DFW as one of the best large airports in...
How will New Terminal One transform JFK Airport?
As the New Terminal One at JFK Airport prepares to reopen in 2026, the airport announced this week that JLL will oversee the terminal's operations. From maintaining its all-electric grounding fleet to sustainable air conditioning systems, JLL's management will be...
Norway’s airport operator offer eSIMs via Alphacomm
Avinor, Norway's state-owned airport operator, have partnered with Alphacomm to offer travellers eSIMs. eSIMs will now be available for purchase on Avinor's website, making connectivity abroad easier and more convenient for Norwegians and international visitors. Jørn...
Abu Dhabi Airports and SITA develop AI airport management
Abu Dhabi Airports and SITA have agreed to work on a new AI-powered airport management system. Air traffic across the United Arab Emirates' capital increased by 13.1% over the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, processing 15.8 million...
2025’s most innovative airports of the year announced
Airports Council International (ACI) and Amadeus has announced the winners of the 2025 Technology Innovation Awards in Busan, South Korea. The fifth annual ceremony celebrated technology, innovation, and sustainability across global airports in four different...
