Posts by François Talbot
The top 10 busiest airports in the world revealed
The top 10 busiest airports in the world for the year 2024 is now available. Click here to view it. Initial data shows many previous busiest airports have now re-joined top ranks as recovery continues Note: Since issuance, figure for air cargo representing total metric tonnes at top 10 airports has been amended to 34.2…
Read MoreACI World joins forces with EASA to enhance airport safety and certification in Latin America
Memorandum of Cooperation will bring greater cooperation aimed at airport safety and compliance Montreal, April 8, 2022 – ACI World and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) that will see the two organizations working together on various programs and initiatives to enhance airport safety and aerodrome certification,…
Read MoreTravellers have spoken: the world’s best airports for customer experience revealed
Awards recognize airports who continued their commitment to the customer during the ongoing pandemic Montreal, 10 March 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has today revealed the recipients of this year’s Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards which celebrate and showcase the world’s best airports as voiced by travellers. The COVID-19 pandemic continued to have…
Read MoreStrengthening airport commercial revenue as air travel sets to increase – new guidance series launched
Guidance on airport ground access services first in the series Montreal, 1 March 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has today launched a new series of guidance material dedicated to helping airports strengthen their non-aeronautical (commercial) revenue to improve the traveller experience and contribute to the recovery of the sector as travel begins to increase. The first…
Read MoreThe impact of COVID-19 on the airport business—and the path to recovery
Delayed recovery, persisting financial challenges but renewed optimism and momentum Montreal, 24 February 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has published its ninth quarterly assessment analyzing the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects on the global airport business, and the path to recovery. It has been almost two years since the World…
Read MorePotential turning point in the recovery of travel as latest air traffic data revealed
ACI World calls on governments to ease travel restrictions Montreal, 24 February 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has today released the latest data on the impact of COVID-19 on global passenger traffic and the airport business, as the industry embarks on a potential turning point in the recovery of travel. Despite slower than expected recovery and persisting financial…
Read MoreNew Ground Handling Agreement Template to facilitate a safe and efficient aviation ecosystem
ACI World and the Air Services Association build on Memorandum of Cooperation Montreal, 16 February 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World, in collaboration with Airport Services Association (ASA), have released a new Ground Handling Service Provider (GHSP) and Airport Operator Agreement Template to facilitate and promote a safe and efficient aviation ecosystem. The Agreement…
Read MoreACI World announces recipients of The Voice of the Customer initiative
Recognition for airports that prioritized listening to customers during the pandemic Montreal, 10 February 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has today announced the recipients of The Voice of the Customer, a recognition that celebrates airports that have continued to prioritize listening and adapting to customers during the pandemic. This year, over 200…
Read MoreACI World launches new interactive airport industry intelligence tool
The ACI Intelligence Hub will leverage the most extensive collection of airport traffic and financial data Montreal, 8 February 2022 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has launched the ACI Intelligence Hub, an innovative new platform allowing users to explore airport traffic and financial data in a self-serve and interactive manner. The Intelligence Hub will…
Read MoreDeployment of C-band 5G around airports
Montreal, 25 January 2022 – Over the past few weeks, considerable media attention has been focused on the associated disruptions to aircraft operations caused by the deployment of C-band 5G telecommunication services at airports in the United States. This Advisory Bulletin for ACI Members seeks to provide some background information and point to available resources…
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