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The top 10 busiest airports in the world by cargo handled

15 April 2025 | By International Airport Review

In this article, we review which airports handled the largest amount of cargo by metric tonne that passed through the airport in 2024.

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The top 10 busiest airports in the world by passenger numbers

15 April 2025 | By International Airport Review

In this article, we review which airports had the highest passenger numbers in 2024, based on the total number of departing, arriving, transferring and direct passengers.

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London Heathrow Airport warned of power supply vulnerabilities days before major outage disrupted 300,000 passengers

2 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

MPs were told that London Heathrow Airport's power issues were raised just days before a major outage, affecting 300,000 passengers and costing airlines £100 million.

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Building Saudi “Hafawah” into King Salman International Airport

28 March 2025 | By Mammen Tharakan

At Routes 2024 in Bahrain, International Airport Review Editor, Holly Miles, caught up with Mammen Tharakan, Vice President, Investment & Partnerships at King Salman International Airport Development Company.

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Opening this year: Noida International Airport – a game-changer for Indian aviation

19 March 2025 | By Christoph Schnellmann, Holly Miles

Watch the interview with the CEO of this highly anticipated new airport opening in India.

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Inside Riyadh’s mega-airport project: King Salman International Airport

7 March 2025 | By Holly Miles, Mammen Tharakan

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the King Salman International Airport (KSIA) and its pivotal role in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.

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Bahrain Airport’s game-changing strategies for 2030 and beyond

28 February 2025 | By Holly Miles, Mohamed Albinfalah

Watch this exclusive interview to discover Bahrain Airport's bold vision.

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ZeroAvia to establish liquid hydrogen refuelling research facility at Stockton Metropolitan Airport

24 February 2025 | By

ZeroAvia will open a research facility at Stockton Metropolitan Airport to advance hydrogen refuelling technology, supporting sustainable aviation with a focus on liquid hydrogen systems.

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The air cargo boom and what it means for the future of aviation

21 February 2025 | By Mpho Rambau

For International Airport Review, Mpho Rambau, Acting Group Manager for Traffic Development at Airports Company South Africa, talks about the growth of the air cargo market, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) which is set to boost intra‑African trade and how they are preparing for this at their airports.

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Canada invests $180 million in new aircraft engine maintenance facility at Calgary International Airport

14 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

The Government of Canada is investing in a new state-of-the-art aircraft engine maintenance facility at Calgary International Airport, driving aviation innovation and sustainability.

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Vienna Airport records highest air cargo volumes in history with significant pharma growth in 2024

22 January 2025 | By

Vienna Airport set a new cargo record in 2024, with 22% growth, driven by long-haul services, increased belly capacities, and a 15.3% rise in pharma handling.

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SF Airlines launches direct freight route between Ezhou and Oslo to boost Norway-China trade

21 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

SF Airlines launches a direct freight route between Ezhou and Oslo, enhancing trade and seafood exports between Norway and China.

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AI-powered maintenance: Reducing downtime and costs in airport security systems

21 January 2025 | By Danlex, Munich Airport, SOF Connect (Sofia Airport)

This virtual panel will delve into the transformative impact of AI-driven predictive maintenance on airport security systems.

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Global air cargo demand grew 8.2% in November 2024, led by strong Asia-Pacific performance

13 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Global air cargo demand grew 8.2% in November 2024, driven by strong Asia-Pacific performance, with international traffic up 9.5% amid rising e-commerce demand.

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Norway signs letter of intent for zero-emission aviation test arena with key partners

18 December 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

Norway partners with industry leaders to create a test arena for zero- and low-emission aviation, aiming for trial operations by 2025.

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