Revenues

In March 2019, it was reported that global airport revenues grew 6.2 per cent to US$172.2 billion, comprised of 55.8 per cent aeronautical revenue, 39.9 per cent non-aeronautical and 4.3 per cent non-operating. The aeronautical means include the terminal, landing and passenger fees paid by airlines.

Money can also be made through many other aspects within an airport’s operation, for example, car parking fees, retail concessions, real estate and advertising.

Regarding non-aeronautical revenues, a large part of course lies with the duty-free shops and restaurants available in a terminal. It is recognised within the industry that a happy passenger is more likely to be a spending passenger, and so it can be argued that an airport’s revenue strongly relies on securing a high-quality passenger experience.

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Germania has filed for bankruptcy, terminating operations

5 February 2019 | By International Airport Review

Berlin-based airline, Germania, which carried over four million passengers a year, filed for insolvency on Monday 4 February 2019.

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Turkish Cargo reveals date to begin operations at Istanbul Airport

4 February 2019 | By International Airport Review

From the 2 March 2019, operations at Istanbul Airport will begin for Turkish Cargo, adding another Turkish airport for the company's portfolio.

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ACI World say major investment in infrastructure is imperative

1 February 2019 | By International Airport Review

According to ACI, global passenger traffic is expected to exceed 20 billion by 2039, as such, infrastructure will have to adapt accordingly with major investment to accommodate the growth.

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At Fiumicino Airport, Chinese passengers can now shop with WeChat Pay

31 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

The popular instant messaging application in China, WeChat, can now be used to purchase goods in Fiumicino Airport, the first airport in Italy to accept this payment type.

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Cardiff Airport unveils draft Masterplan for development

31 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

Cardiff Airport has experienced positive growth over the past few years, spurred on by a range of new routes and partnerships.

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Transport network in Hawaii to begin ride-share service between islands

30 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

The Hawaii Department of Transportation has announced that the Transportation Network Companies will be eligible to pick-up customers at neighbouring island airports from the beginning of February 2019, in a new ride-share scheme. 

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ICAO underscores need for aviation investment, financially and socially

30 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

ICAO Council President, Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu highlights the need for aviation investments in strategic infrastructure, institutional capacity building, and next generation aviation professionals.

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Changi Airport exceeds the 65 million passenger mark in 2018

30 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

Changi Airport's growth continues as three new airlines and seven new city links are added to the portfolio at the hub airport.

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Drone Series: Examining the public perception of drone use

30 January 2019 | By Parliament Street

Continuing our 'Drone Series', the Parliament Street think tank conducted research into the public perception of drones, which reveals that one third of the public back a total ban.

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Detrimental effects to environment caused by aviation growth

28 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

The predicted increase in greenhouse gas emissions could undermine efforts to mitigate climate change and limit the global temperature rise to below the target of two degrees Celsius in the Paris Agreement. 

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Case Study: Optimisation of staff planning at Genève Aéroport

27 January 2019 | By Copenhagen Optimization

Genève Aéroport (GVA) engaged with Copenhagen Optimization and Copenhagen Airports to carry out a study of how to optimise the staff planning for the security checkpoint operation in GVA.

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Ontario International Airport’s parking gets a digital upgrade

25 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

New online booking system at ONT brings parking into the same realm as hotels and flights for ease of booking.

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Michael Kerkloh discusses Brexit risks, drones, and capacity and charges

24 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

Dr Michael Kerkloh, President of ACI EUROPE and CEO of Munich Airport, commented on the potential impact of Brexit, recent drone disruptions and the need for alignment in airport capacity, investment and user charges, at ACI Europe's New Year Reception.

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“Flight for All” in Mumbai highlights importance of cooperation

23 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

ICAO highlight that heightened regional cooperation and cutting-edge technologies will be crucial to the delivery of sustainable air connectivity to all communities.

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Drone Series: Will the new legislation make a difference?

23 January 2019 | By Lee Mansell

For the first instalment of our ‘Drone Series’ we spoke exclusively to Lee Mansell, Chief Operation Officer at Operational Solutions, to discuss the implications of the new legislation. Operational Solutions are one of a number of specialist UK companies working with airports to find ways to detect, deter and counter…