Winter operations

VAMMAS Airport Equipment

A six step guide to creating the perfect flight with A-CDM

13 May 2019 | By Veovo

Improve turnaround performance with Airport Collaborative Decision Making. Tips for partner engagement. Case study. Extend to Total Airport Management (TAM)

Snow clearance: Combining futuristic design with innovative solutions

8 May 2019 | By VAMMAS

From delivering its first snow removal machine to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport back in 1982, VAMMAS has proved its worth with an industry-leading surface cleaning product range. We examine the Finnish company’s range of sweeper-blowers in more detail, and reveal how they have revolutionised airport snow removal.

Sustainability Series: Stuttgart’s mission to melt down carbon

26 April 2019 | By Cornel Ritter, Ina Mangold, Peter Nowak

For the Sustainability Series this week we delve into the realms of winter operations as de-icing fluids can put natural resources at risk as they increase the carbon content in water. Stuttgart Airport maintains an intelligent sewage system consisting of 250km of tubes and water treatment basins with environmentally-responsible management.

Airbus’ icephobic coatings to reduce time for de-icing planes

27 March 2019 | By Camille Caruhel, Elmar Bonaccurso, Fabien Dezitter

In an interview with International Airport Review, Airbus discuss their new icephobic technology that will reduce de-icing times airside.

Winter Operations In-Depth Focus 2019

28 February 2019 | By International Airport Review

As winter weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, airport winter operations teams need to ensure they have the ability and provision to keep the airport running as smoothly and seamlessly as possible. This In-Depth Focus examines the ways airports can ensure they are adaptable and prepared for all eventualities.

International Airport Review Issue 1 2019

27 February 2019 | By International Airport Review

In this issue: ensuring operational efficiency during the winter season, using passenger projections to create a seamless experience, and how AI can enhance threat detection.

From digital tower to digital airport: How technology is transforming air traffic services

12 February 2019 | By NATS and Searidge Technologies

NATS and Searidge are working with airports to combine the latest camera and machine learning technology with airfield and ATM data to solve some universal challenges – from low visibility to stand management.

Case Study: Deicing pad capacity study – Toronto Pearson

22 January 2019 | By Copenhagen Optimization

The Greater Toronto Airport Authority (GTAA) engaged with Copenhagen Optimization to create a capacity assessment of the Central Deicing Facility (CDF).

Ryanair in hot water over aircraft de-icing operations

14 January 2019 | By International Airport Review

Ryanair's recent de-icing techniques have come under scrutiny as a video has emerged of buckets of hot water being used to de-ice a plane.

Tackling disruptions and ensuring a smooth day of operations

2 November 2018 | By Dassault Systèmes

Between delays, extreme weather conditions and complex labour union rules, ground operations are becoming more complex every day. Planners must manage information flow across different departments and avoid planning in silos. They must also ensure efficiency in resource utilisation without compromising employee satisfaction, even on the day of operations.

Autonomous snowploughs implemented at Oslo Airport

1 October 2018 | By International Airport Review

The autonomous snow ploughs will keep Oslo Airport running smoothly through Winter 2018.

Interview Spotlight: Peter Spuhler, Barend Fruithof and Rudi Rosenkamp, ASH Group

18 August 2018 | By Barend Fruithof, Peter Spuhler, Rudi Rosenkamp

With the acquisition of M-B Companies (MBC), a leading U.S. manufacturer of snow removal and cleaning machines, Aebi Schmidt has consolidated its position in the North American airports market. Peter Spuhler, Barend Fruithof and Rudi Rosenkamp of ASH Group reveal why the purchase is a perfect fit.

Winter Operations In-Depth Focus 2018

15 August 2018 | By International Airport Review

How can airports and airlines ensure that their winter operations will stand up to the harsh reality of snowfall and ice on an airfield? We examine the strategies that are put in place, how effective teamwork is a real asset, and the technological advances that have benefited this sector.

International Airport Review – Issue 4, 2018

13 August 2018 | By International Airport Review

In this issue: using technology to improve passenger experience, security issues and how to mitigate the insider threat, and next generation baggage handling at San Francisco.