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
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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
Fraport achieves double-digit growth in H1 2024, driven by passenger surge
The Fraport global airport company registered passenger growth of 7.2 percent to a total of 74.1 million travelers across its actively-managed aviation gateways during the first half of 2024 (ending June 30). Supported by the growing demand for air travel, Group revenue increased by 13.0 percent year-on-year to €2,038.8 million. Fraport’s operating result or EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) reached €567.1 million, up 17.8 percent year-on-year. The Group … [Read more...] about Fraport achieves double-digit growth in H1 2024, driven by passenger surge
Airport Authority Hong Kong signs MoUs to enhance connectivity and cooperation with Southeast Asia partners
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) signed four Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with its counterparts and flagship carriers in Vietnam and Cambodia this week, to further enhance air connectivity with Southeast Asia, as well as contribute to the promotion of the Belt and Road Initiative. Witnessed by John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and Tran Luu Quang, Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam, Fred Lam, Chairman of AAHK, signed three MoUs with top management … [Read more...] about Airport Authority Hong Kong signs MoUs to enhance connectivity and cooperation with Southeast Asia partners