Construction & Design

With the demand for air travel rising, projects that are investing in infrastructure and expanding existing facilities are frequenting the airport industry. These construction and design projects involve a wide range of stakeholders, and vary both in size and cost.

The role of an airport is to facilitate a journey to a desired destination, however, many airports are endeavouring to become destinations in themselves. To achieve this demands new designs and innovative features which can provide a ‘wow factor’ for passengers, allowing airports to not only cope with growth, but excel.

Already we have seen inspiring applications of innovative design within the industry. In this section of International Airport Review’s website, we will showcase examples of creative construction and design, and keep you up to date with project progress around the world.

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What future does European aviation face?

13 June 2017 | By Henrik Hololei | Director-General for Mobility and Transport | European Comission

Director-General for Mobility and Transport Henrik Hololei discusses the impact of Brexit, the need for progress on the Single European Sky project and what the future holds for European aviation.

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Ottawa Becomes Launch Customer for Rockwell Collins’ ARINC cMUSE launch

6 June 2017 | By Rockwell Collins

March 2017 saw the introduction of Rockwell Collins’ ARINC cMUSE, the next-gen Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) that is cloud-native.

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In-Depth Focus: Safely maximising airport capacity

31 May 2017 | By Bob Graham, Matthis Birenheide, Tony Licu

Capacity is at the heart of an airport’s schedule and planning, and with air traffic figures continuing to rise airports are under growing pressure to increase their capacity within existing infrastructure limits. EUROCONTROL’s Matthis Birenheide, Bob Graham and Tony Licu reveal some of the initiatives currently being used in Europe…

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The future of aviation: a definitive guide to the next 20 years

31 May 2017 | By International Airport Review

What will define the next 20 years in aviation? Which technologies, challenges, regions and innovations will shape the future of our industry? Find out here…

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Tackling the hidden airport security risks

31 May 2017 | By Steven Thompson (Securitas)

As airports strive to increase their capacities and improve the traveller experience with new and improved passenger and cargo terminals, it’s important that safety and security isn’t overlooked. Steven Thompson, Specialised Protective Services Development Manager at Securitas UK, considers how we can tackle the hidden security risks when it comes…

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The challenges with passenger terminal construction

28 May 2017 | By Mehmet Emin Çakırkaya

An airport passenger terminal is an extremely complex building; containing a multitude of precisely interlinked functions defined by various stakeholders. Terminal operator expectations and requirements are high and demanding – the building must display architectural proficiency and identity without suffering any loss in functionality and passenger comfort. Mehmet Emin Çakirkaya,…

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Maximising airport seating capacity while ensuring customer satisfaction | Interview with Johan Berhin

25 May 2017 | By Roy Manuell | Junior Editor

How might an airport maximise seating capacity while ensuring customer satisfaction? Johan Berhin, Designer and Founder of Green Furniture Concept investigates...

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Gatwick kicks off year of investment worth £240 million

15 May 2017 | By International Airport Review

As Gatwick prepares for its biggest year of investment, the airport has announced the award of its Airport Planning Services framework, with three major companies - Arup, Atkins and Jacobs.

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Tackling the hidden security risks in airports

12 May 2017 | By Steven Thompson | Specialised Protective Services Development Manager | Securitas UK

Steven Thompson, Specialised Protective Services Development Manager at Securitas UK, considers how we can tackle the hidden security risks when it comes to airport infrastructure.

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Construction & Design In-Depth Focus 2017

11 May 2017 | By International Airport Review

With numerous interlinked functions, designed and operated by various stakeholders, passenger terminals are extremely complex buildings. Airports spend a lot of time and money on redeveloping their facilities and functionalities to ensure passenger comfort, operational performance and the security of the terminal are optimal. 

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International Airport Review – Issue #3 2017

8 May 2017 | By International Airport Review

The digital version of Issue #3 2017 includes in-depth focuses on safety, construction and passenger flow, with articles covering revenues, ground handling, environmental sustainability and airport development...

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The role of architecture in elevating passenger experience

4 May 2017 | By Karl Traeger | Principal and Aviation Leader | Architectus, Roy Manuell, Digital Editor

We speak exclusively to, Karl Traeger, Principal and Aviation Leader at Architectus on the relationship between airport architecture and the passenger.

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How is Seattle keeping track of its multi-billion dollar capital improvements?

13 April 2017 | By International Airport Review, Phil Fine

Mr. Lyttle recently spoke to journalist Phil Fine about the challenges of running Seattle-Tacoma.

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The International Airport Review Awards 2017

6 April 2017 | By International Airport Review

Have you entered yourself into the International Airport Awards 2017? With just four weeks left to do so, find out more here.

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Infrastructure development and economic policy priorities at IATA event in Brazil

6 April 2017 | By International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

Dr. Fang Liu delivered a strong message on the importance of States’ commitments for infrastructure development to address looming capacity shortfalls.