Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was voted Best Airport in China in the 2024 TTG China Travel Awards, in recognition to HKIA's exceptional facilities and excellent services. Jack So, Chairman of Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), extended his sincerest thanks to TTG China’s readers and members of the travel trade for their support and to all staff in the airport community for their professionalism and dedication to maintaining a world-class service. “It is our honour to be named Best … [Read more...] about HKIA Wins Best Airport Award in 2024 TTG China Awards
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Changi Airport Group awards OUE tender for lease and development of new hotel at Changi Airport Terminal 2
Changi Airport Group (CAG) and SGX Mainboard-listed OUE Limited (OUE) announced today that OUE has been awarded the tender by CAG for the lease and development of a new hotel to be located at Changi Airport Terminal 2 (T2). The new hotel, Hotel Indigo Changi Airport, is expected to be completed and fully operational by 2028. Mr Lee Seow Hiang, Chief Executive Officer of CAG said, “The hotel concept proposed by OUE was the most compelling and promises to be the first zero-energy hotel in … [Read more...] about Changi Airport Group awards OUE tender for lease and development of new hotel at Changi Airport Terminal 2
Swissport to serve entire Qantas fleet in Melbourne
Qantas has chosen Swissport as its preferred ground handling partner at Melbourne International Airport in Australia. After successfully providing ground handling services for Qantas domestic flights over many years, Swissport commenced handling for the carrier’s international flights this week, including the entire narrow-body and wide-body fleet. Swissport International has expanded the scope of services for the Australian flag carrier Qantas at Melbourne’s busy Tullamarine Airport (MEL). … [Read more...] about Swissport to serve entire Qantas fleet in Melbourne
Swissport subsidiary Checkport launches MatchBox
Swissport subsidiary Checkport introduces MatchBox, a digital tool for the verification of travel documents during online check-in. The new tool helps ensure passengers are in possession of the necessary documents before they are issued their boarding passes. MatchBox will improve departure punctuality and save airlines millions in fines. Checkport, a subsidiary of Swissport, unveils MatchBox, a digital application designed for comprehensive document verification during passengers’ online … [Read more...] about Swissport subsidiary Checkport launches MatchBox
Lufthansa Cargo continues to rely on the cargo handling services of Vienna Airport
Lufthansa Cargo has extended its contract with Vienna Airport for cargo handling services until the end of 2028. The cargo airline is one of the most important customers of the airport's own cargo handling services and the Vienna Airport Pharma Handling Center. Vienna Airport is the most punctual hub in the Lufthansa network and impresses with its efficient and high-quality services. Lufthansa Cargo has relied on cargo handling services at the Austrian capital airport since 2010. In addition … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo continues to rely on the cargo handling services of Vienna Airport
HKIA crowned World’s Busiest Cargo Airport again in 2023
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named once again the world’s busiest cargo airport for 2023 in terms of total volume, according to the latest data released by Airports Council International (ACI). The airport handled 4.3 million tonnes of cargo during the year. It is the 13th time since 2010 that HKIA is named the busiest cargo airport in the world. Jack So, Chairman of Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), said, “We are proud to have claimed once again the top spot for air … [Read more...] about HKIA crowned World’s Busiest Cargo Airport again in 2023