GAP announces historic investment for airports in Mexico
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) announced an investment of US$2.5 billion to modernize and expand the 12 airports it operates in the country. The company described this figure as “historic” and included it in its Master Development Plan 2025-2029. The planned improvements will involve, on average, a 50% increase in terminal capacity, a 45% increase […]
Aeroporto de Brasília renova certificação internacional de redução de emissão de carbono
O Conselho Internacional de Aeroportos para América Latina e Caribe (ACI-LAC) renovou o certificado do Aeroporto de Brasília no seu programa ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA). A certificação avalia e reconhece o esforço da Inframerica para gerenciar e reduzir as emissões de carbono no terminal brasiliense. A ACI avalia e reconhece de forma independente os […]
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport recognised for pharma handling efforts
Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) has been recognised by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a hub for certified pharma handling. It follows efforts by the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community (the Community) to improve cold chain operations in the region. The Community has been working closely with SJU […]
Miami International: Driving the U.S. Flower Industry
Miami International Airport (MIA), a gateway to the United States, maintains an incredibly robust perishable cargo hub at the ready to serve American consumers on Valentine’s Day. Beyond pharmaceuticals and food, the perishable cargo capabilities at MIA allow the airport to handle flowers on a massive scale. MIA is responsible for 89% of all flower […]
Ecuador Shines on Valentine’s Day: Quito Airport Sets Historic Record for Flower Exports
Ecuador continues to showcase its remarkable position in the flower export industry with a historic record during the 2025 Valentine’s Day season. From Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Ecuadorian flowers—especially roses known for their exceptional quality—once again captivated international markets. This year, 28,779 tons of flowers were exported through Quito Airport, marking an 8.7% growth […]
Flower imports at MIA are in full bloom before Valentine’s Day
Business has been blooming at Miami International Airport in the weeks leading up to Valentine’s Day, with the cargo gateway projecting that more than 1,500 tons of cut flowers will arrive daily between January 1 and the end of February – a 3% increase over the airport’s record-breaking peak season in 2024. America’s largest gateway […]
YVR marks second-highest passenger count in airport history, breaks cargo record in 2024
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) announced today that it has recorded the second-highest passenger count in its history, with 26.2 million travellers passing through the airport in 2024. This five per cent increase over the previous year’s 24.9 million travellers is a testament to YVR’s domestic and international connectivity, and continuous work with airlines and tourism […]
IATA Releases Updated 2025 Manuals Reflecting Latest Industry Standards
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the 2025 edition of key industry manuals for cargo and ground handling operations, which incorporate over 350 changes and revisions needed to align with evolving industry standards and state and operator variations. Highlights include: Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) Ten additional new dangerous goods, such as sodium-ion batteries […]
Aruba Airport Achieves Record-Breaking Growth in 2024
Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) proudly reflects on a remarkable 2024, marked by significant growth across key performance metrics. Despite infrastructure challenges, AAA successfully balanced stability and sustainable growth, further solidifying Queen Beatrix International Airport’s position as the premier aviation hub in the Caribbean. In 2024, Aruba Airport managed 30,604 flights, reflecting a 5.2% increase […]
Transparency and Coordination Essential to Ensure Successful Opening of Lima Airport’s New Terminal
Following the decision by the Peruvian Government to further delay the opening of the new terminal at Jorge Chavez International Airport, Lima, to 30 March 2025, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Association of International Air Transport Companies (operating in Peru) (AETAI) wish to point out the following: Both associations understand the Government’s […]
