As Iraq emerges from the shadow of Daesh, it is pouring considerable effort into restoring and improving its civil airports with help from international organisations. Alan Dron reports.
A new international airport will serve the emirate of Ajman in the UAE from 2019. Keith Mwanalushi discusses the business case for the new gateway with John Grant, senior analyst at air travel intelligence specialist, OAG.
As Tehran's Imam Khomeini Airport (IKA) continues to grow as the main hub for the Iranian capital, Mohammad Razazzan looks at the development of the project.
Managing global airport carbon emissions has become increasingly important and Muscat International Airport in Oman is determined to meet the challenge, as Keith Mwanalushi reports.
TAV Airports is growing its presence in Saudi Arabia with the addition of three new gateways under concession. Keith Mwanalushi looks at the opportunities in the Saudi market.
Evolving threats to aviation security and the approaches used in confronting them are putting pressure on airports and passengers to adjust to new screening procedures, as Keith Mwanalushi reports
Tracking baggage throughout the journey will soon become an industry standard, with the Middle East leading the way. Keith Mwanalushi gained some insight at the SITA IT summit in Brussels.
Keith Mwanalushi looks at the expansion of ground support operators and equipment in the Middle East region as the pressure mounts to remain competitive and maintain commercial viability.
Working towards a common goal is vital for airport operators and the national carrier. Keith Mwanalushi looks at how Abu Dhabi International Airport is preparing for the surge in passengers, especially from Etihad Airways.
Keith Mwanalushi speaks to Jeppesen's Tony Weatherington to explore the growing popularity for airport and airspace modelling systems and, in particular, their application in the Middle East region.
When air transport IT specialist SITA held its annual summit in Spain to showcase the latest trends in travel technologies, it was clear to see that airport operators in the Middle East are getting smarter at every step. Keith Mwanalushi reports from Barcelona.
Ground handling and aviation services company Dnata is reporting a successful 2014, having invested almost $150 million to broaden its interest in travel, cargo, ground handling and catering sectors.
National Aviation Services (NAS), an airport services provider in emerging markets, has successfully renewed its IATA's Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) for the fifth time.
The Hong Kong-based startup intends to operate a launch network of three routes across the Asia-Pacific region once it commences commercial operations.
Kenya Airways has implemented contactless transactions to enhance customer and staff health and safety priorities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This service will be effective from 1st September 2021.
