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Barbuda’s new international airport, officially opened on October 3, 2024, marks a significant milestone for the island’s connectivity and economic growth.  The facility features a 6,100-foot runway, a full LED runway lighting system enabling night landings, and a 600-foot parking apron capable of accommodating multiple private jets.  This development replaces the previous Codrington Airport, which had a much shorter runway of 1,640 feet.  The airport is expected to attract luxury travelers and private jet owners, enhancing tourism and promoting sustainable economic development.  Currently, the airport accommodates private flights, with commercial routes anticipated in the future, potentially starting with the U.S.  In September 2024, the Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda announced that the airport would be named the Burton-Nibbs International Airport, honoring local figures Sir Eric Burton and Arthur Nibbs for their contributions to the nation’s political landscape and development.  Overall, the new airport is poised to play a pivotal role in boosting tourism, facilitating international travel, and fostering economic growth for Barbuda.

🌍✈️ Celebrating Teesside International Airport’s Remarkable Return to Profitability! As someone who lives and works locally, I’m incredibly proud to see Teesside International Airport not just surviving, but thriving. Recently, the airport reported its first profit in more than a decade, with an EBITDA of £308,555 on annual revenues of £14.5 million for the year to March 2023. This achievement is a testament to the increased demand for flights to popular destinations such as Spain and Portugal, as well as the significant progress being made on the airport’s business park. This return to profitability is ahead of the airport’s financial plan and comes after it recorded its highest passenger numbers in over ten years. This success isn’t just a financial milestone—it’s a powerful indicator of Teesside’s growing connectivity and economic vitality. For our region, having a local international airport is more than a convenience; it’s a gateway to global opportunities. It supports local businesses by connecting them to international markets, attracts investment to our area, and boosts tourism. Personally, living close to Teesside International Airport is incredibly useful, offering me the flexibility to travel internationally and supporting our local achievements. Here’s to Teesside International Airport continuing to soar, bringing growth and prosperity to our region! ✈️🌟 #TeessideInternational #RegionalGrowth #LocalPride #EconomicDevelopment #GlobalConnections

Fraport Greece participated in the “Greek Tourism 2024: A National Affair” George Vilos, Executive Director Commercial & Business Development, Fraport Greece, participated in the panel “How Does Transportation Impact Tourism?” where he underlined: 🔸Record-breaking performance of the 14 regional airports in 2024, with notable passenger traffic increases during the shoulder months, March-April and October-November. 🔸Tourism challenges, emphasizing collaboration, high-quality services and diverse tourist experiences to maintain Greece’s competitiveness. 🔸Infrastructure development, focusing on upgrades and new facilities to support growing tourism flows and ensure the well-being of local communities. 🔸Future investments, including traffic driven capacity expansion at specific airports and runway upgrades to comply with EU aviation safety standards. We remain committed to driving sustainable growth and enhancing the traveler experience. #FraportGreece

Portugal will build a new international airport in the municipality of Alcochete, across the River Tagus from Lisbon. The new airport will replace the Humberto Delgado airport, located in Lisbon. The new airport will be built at the site of a military airfield in Alcochete, about 40 km east of Lisbon, and should start operating by 2034.   The government decided to name the new airport after the poet Luís de Camões. Opting for a single airport helps mitigate the environmental and social impact on the Lisbon region. The government also announced that to make it faster for the passengers to get to the new airport, the third bridge crossing the Tagus river will be built. The government also declared that the high-speed train between capital of Portugal and Madrid will be constructed till 2034 as well. The tourism industry has grown increasingly in the past few years as Lisbon's main airport is operating at full capacity. Portugal is going through a tourism boom, which attracted record numbers of visitors. Source: https://lnkd.in/gMWyqJ4n

Princess Juliana International Airport is elevating the visitor experience in St. Maarten with its newly unveiled arrival terminal. The modern facility introduces improved baggage handling, streamlined immigration processes, digital kiosks, and enhanced passenger amenities, marking a significant milestone in St. Maarten's tourism infrastructure. Read more here. https://lnkd.in/gejREB_k

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐠 - 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 With travel and tourism boosting the city's economy, demand for business aviation is on the rise again. But why? "The business aviation market in Hong Kong is thriving, with robust demand for air services driven by the rebound in leisure travel and growth in business aviation. The Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre (HKBAC) has introduced the new HKBAC JetLink Service to provide seamless connectivity between business jets and commercial flights, offering passengers greater convenience and a personalized transfer journey with enhanced privacy. With Hong Kong's strategic location providing access to major Asia Pacific markets, HKBAC is well-positioned to support Hong Kong's role as an international aviation hub and solidify its position as a "double gateway" between the Mainland and the world." 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲'𝐬 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲? It means that the plans laid out in the 2024 Budget are now starting to show in related activity. We saw that the government is keen to ensure Hong Kong is "on the map" as a travel and tourism destination as well as a business hub. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐊𝐁𝐀𝐂 𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧? The city is more connected than ever, with private jets and business aviation no exception. HKBAC is expanding beyond its traditional clientele to serve a wider variety of passengers, including those on charter flights, group tours, and family getaways. To meet growing demand, HKBAC is undertaking a terminal redevelopment project that will double its business jet handling capacity by 2025. Thank you SHKP Quarterly featuring HKBAC JetLink Service. For the full article, please visit: https://lnkd.in/edcrJjs2 #HKBAC #JetLink Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited

In fact, NAIA’s transformation goes beyond travelers’ convenience – a reliable and modern airport is a key determinant of a country’s competitiveness. It enhances the Philippines’ global appeal as a destination for both tourism and business, attracting significant foreign investments, particularly in the tourism, hospitality, and logistics industries. A modern, reliable airport is more than a piece of infrastructure; one can say that it is a symbol of national progress. After all, the airport is the first thing visitors see upon arrival in a country. https://lnkd.in/gq7u3_kn

Fraport Greece plans to expand its #investments in the airports of #Santorini, #Mykonos, #Corfu, and #Kos, with a focus on increasing capacity to meet rising demand. Athens Investment Forum #Greece #GreekTourism #GreekTravel #Travel #Tourism #Fraport #Aviation #Airports #AirTravel #AirConnection #AviationInvestments #7thAIF #AIF2024 #7thathensinvestmentforum #athens

Tourism Investment Forum(TIF) 2024, which brought together leaders from the tourism and travel industry, was held at the Raffles Hotel and provided an important platform for discussions on future trends. During the "Mature Markets, Emerging Travel Trends" panel, moderated by Mehmet T Nane, Chairman of Pegasus Airlines, our Group CEO Dave Dorner shared valuable insights on green initiatives and their impact on both costs and customer satisfaction, as well as how talent acquisition and employee retention are shaping the future of the industry. In the panel, Franck Mereyde, CEO of TAV Airports and Yildiray Karaer, Chairman of Corendon Group, also shared their views on mature markets and emerging travel trends. We would like to thank TIF for organizing this valuable exchange of experiences! #ÇelebiAviation #AviationLeaders #GlobalTravelDynamics #TravelIndustryTrends #FutureOfTourism #EmergingMarkets #AviationInsights #IndustryInnovation #TIF2024 #TourismInvestmentForum

The City of Perth proudly sponsored the Australian British Chamber of Commerce's "Western Australia's New Horizons: Qantas Tourism and Business Growth Lunch," demonstrating commitment to fostering economic growth and tourism in our vibrant city. This week’s event featured industry updates from Jessica Shaw, Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Minister for State Development & Industry Development, Jobs and Trade; Cam Wallace, CEO of International & Freight at Qantas; and Kate Holsgrove, Chief Commercial & Aviation Officer at Perth Airport. The lunch provided a valuable platform for Qantas and Perth Airport to address plans to boost tourism and economic growth in Western Australia, highlighting Perth's increasing importance as a gateway for international travel. BP's partnership with Qantas also sees them working together on opportunities to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector, including the use of sustainable aviation fuel. Photo credit: Matt Jolenek