Five destinations removed from UK travel exemptions list
The UK government has announced the removal of Turkey, Poland, Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba from its travel exemptions list following an increase in COVID-19 cases.
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Tampa Airport launches COVID-19 testing pilot programme
Two types of COVID-19 tests are being trialled for passengers at Tampa Airport - both the rapid antigen test and the PCR nasal swab test.
IATA air freight data for August 2020 outlines slower than expected recovery
Global air freight demand fell by 12.6 per cent in August 2020 when compared to 2019 as a result of insufficient capacity due to grounded passenger aircraft fleets.
Contactless self-check-in trials begin at Hamad International Airport
As part of its efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19, Hamad Airport has introduced two new solutions to enable contactless self-check-in.
ACI World develops tools to help passengers travel with confidence
Airports Council International (ACI) World has launched a set of tools which provide passengers with information about the health measures in place at airports around the world.
Lithuanian Airports signs €70 million loan agreement for infrastructure upgrades
The loan agreement concerns infrastructure, efficiency and safety upgrades at Lithuanian Airports-managed Vilnius, Kaunas and Palanga Airports.
U.S. CBP pre-clearance operations to be implemented at Brussels Airport
By introducing U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations at Brussels Airport, passengers can bypass customs and TSA security inspections upon arrival in the U.S.
‘Simplified Arrivals’ facial comparison technology introduced at San Francisco Airport
The biometric 'Simplified Arrivals' technology will reduce wait times during the customs process and improve the passenger experience.
Plans for second expansion phase unveiled by Hamad International Airport
The second phase will include the construction of an indoor tropical garden and water feature to improve the Hamad Airport passenger experience.
Edmonton Airport to host trial of new COVID-19 testing technology
In partnership with GLC Medical Inc., Edmonton Airport will run clinical trials of a new COVID-19 test that provides results in one minute.
U.S. airports to receive $335 million in safety and infrastructure grants
The funding, which is dedicated to improving safety and efficient airport operations, will be distributed among 80 airports across 25 U.S. states.
Bangalore International Airport Limited considers Hyperloop corridor
Hyperloop would connect BLR Airport to the city centre in approximately 10 minutes; helping BIAL achieve its goal of an airport transportation hub.
Phoenix Sky Harbor’s commitment to sustainability is officially recognised
There are only seven airport systems in the U.S. and 17 airports overall in North America who have achieved Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation.
ACI calls for widespread deployment of COVID-19 testing
ACI World has reinforced the industry’s need for the widespread deployment of COVID-19 testing of international passengers before travel.
Denmark, Slovakia, Iceland and Curaçao removed from UK’s list of travel corridors
People arriving in the UK from Denmark, Slovakia, Iceland and Curaçao – beginning on 26 September 2020 – will need to self-isolate for two weeks.
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