Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has won a 5-year license to provide ramp handling for aircraft at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 4. The license was awarded by JFK International Air Terminal (JFKIAT) – the operator of JFK’s Terminal 4 – and follows an extensive review of potential service providers’ operations, presence at JFK and in North America, financial status, safety record and processes, and service testimonials. WFS is already an … [Read more...] about Worldwide Flight Services wins 5-year ramp handling license at New York JFK’s Terminal 4
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Fraport: Noticeable cargo increase in Frankfurt, passenger growth slowing in July
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed some 6.0 million passengers in July 2024 - an increase of 0.5 percent compared to the same month last year. The most popular destinations within Europe during July’s summer travel season included the Balearic Islands, Portugal and Italy. Meanwhile, long-haul traffic saw ongoing strong demand particularly to and from the U.S. In the Far East, traffic to and from China rebounded dynamically by 35.5 percent year-on-year. The passenger load factor, indicating the … [Read more...] about Fraport: Noticeable cargo increase in Frankfurt, passenger growth slowing in July
Brussels Airport welcomes nearly 2.5M passengers and transports 61,000 tonnes of freight in July
In July, Brussels Airport welcomed 2.5 million passengers, a growth of 5% compared to the same month in 2023. That is effectively the highest number of passengers per month since 2019. The main reason for that high number was the start of the summer holidays. On average, there were 152 passengers per flight last month, which is an all-time record. Cargo volumes rose 6% to a total of 61,000 tonnes. Passenger numbers: up 5% compared to July 2023 This July, 2,450,771 passengers travelled through … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport welcomes nearly 2.5M passengers and transports 61,000 tonnes of freight in July
Liege Airport reports 7th consecutive month of growth in cargo movements and tonnage
In July, Liege Airport continued to grow both in terms of aircraft movements and tonnage carried. This was the 7th consecutive month of growth. In July 2024, the number of cargo aircraft movements was up 18% on July 2023 (2,259 vs. 1,920). And tonnage rose from 81,474 tons in July 2023 to 95,471 tons in June 2024, a spectacular 17% increase! These figures confirm Airport Council International's analysis for 2024, which places LGG among the top-performing airports in Europe: “In H1, freight … [Read more...] about Liege Airport reports 7th consecutive month of growth in cargo movements and tonnage
In a boost to Dubai’s GDP, DXB sets record with 44.9 million guests in first half
Dubai International (DXB) has raised the bar on its contribution to Dubai’s economy by welcoming a record 44.9 million guests during the first six months of this year. Marking an 8% year-on-year increase in guests, DXB has established its position as a globally preferred gateway, boosted by strong connectivity with key international markets, while reaffirming its central role in supporting Dubai’s economic growth. Dubai attracted 9.31 million international visitors in H1 2024, reflecting its … [Read more...] about In a boost to Dubai’s GDP, DXB sets record with 44.9 million guests in first half
Fly Khiva Group starts operations at Liege Airport
Liege Airport and Fly Khiva Group announced the start of operations with a Boeing 767-300 BCF aircraft on 6 August. In 2024, as a cargo airline, Fly Khiva Group has adapted its route network to include flights to Europe, China, Southeast Asia, the CIS, the Middle East, and Africa. The airline provides services for organizing charter cargo flights on Boeing 767-300F transport aircraft under its own flag. Fly Khiva Group was founded in the city of Khiva, Uzbekistan with the aim of developing … [Read more...] about Fly Khiva Group starts operations at Liege Airport
