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There are a multitude of regulations and legislation that impact the aviation industry. These can be focused on safety, workforce needs, the legal requirements of connecting countries, and more.

As new risks begin to threaten airports, new regulations come into play to protect the aerodrome environment and its inhabitants.

With multiple aviation authorities working within the industry, regs and legs are being continuously reviewed. Within this section of International Airport Review we hope to keep you up to date on the most recent amendments and rules.

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ACI Europe reacts to Australian airport regulation report

25 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

Reacting to Australia’s Productivity Commission's report, ACI Europe has said that European regulators should "follow the lead of Australia".

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New laws introduced to prevent illegal use of unmanned aircraft in the UK

24 October 2019 | By International Airport Review

The government bill will work towards modernising the airspace and ensuring drone technology will not be used as a threat.

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Detroit Airport trials non-ticketed visitors going beyond security

23 October 2019 | By International Airport Review

Visitors who do not hold a ticket will now be able to pass through security to the main body of Detroit Metropolitan Airport.

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Australia’s economic regulations of airports confirmed as fit for purpose

22 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

A Productivity Commission report has found there is no need for changes to the existing economic regulations of airports in Australia.

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UK government takes action to detect and disrupt the misuse of drones

22 October 2019 | By International Airport Review

The new Counter-Drone Strategy aims to harness the benefits of drone technology by protecting the public from malicious or criminal use.

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Smaller airports must invest in GSE if they wish to compete

18 October 2019 | By Jay Lucas - Arkle Finance

Aging GSE risks being not just a liability but a serious barrier to future growth, and so smaller airports determined not to be left behind must consider alternative investment opportunities. Jay Lucas, Aviation Specialist at Arkle Finance, provided more information.

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Crypto-mining infection discovered in an international airport

17 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

A crypto-mining infection has been discovered at an international airport, despite the network being protected by antivirus systems.

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Innovation key to sustainable growth of African airports

16 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

The Director General of ACI World has said that innovation is key to the growth of African airports but regulatory support is needed.

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For the first time, Pulkovo St Petersburg Airport serves passengers with e-visas

11 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

Pulkovo St Petersburg Airport will now serve visitors from 53 countries entering the Russian Federation with free electronic visas.

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Progress in key economic development priorities to be driven by ICAO

11 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

The importance of economic development within air transport has been stressed by the UN agency.

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Investigating airport development in Africa and the Middle East

11 October 2019 | By Kashif Khalid - IATA

Airport development is often greatly influenced by who owns the assets and how they are managed and regulated. Kashif Khalid from IATA here describes how it is no different in Africa and the Middle East.

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Are commercial airports in U.S. responsible for PFAS contamination?

11 October 2019 | By Environmental Litigation Group

Environmental Litigation Group discusses how the use of PFAS-containing foams at airports is increasing the likelihood of individuals suffering from multiple types of cancer.

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ICAO Secretary General emphasises safety, capacity and efficiency

9 October 2019 | By Rachael Harper (International Airport Review)

Speaking at the ICAO 40th Assembly, ICAO Secretary General, Dr Fang Liu, discussed aviation safety and air navigation capacity and efficiency.

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Could impending industry challenges disrupt Groupe ADP’s stability?

9 October 2019 | By Juliana Gallo - S&P Global Ratings

Despite near-term challenges, Groupe ADP’s operating performance and business fundamentals should remain sound, says Juliana Gallo, Director, Infrastructure EMEA, S&P Global Ratings.

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UK to advise Kazakhstan on aviation regulation

8 October 2019 | By International Airport Review

This agreement will allow the AAK to "enhance competence and qualification of its staff, as well as to transfer the best experience from aviation authorities to Kazakhstan."

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