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Tuesday, 22 July 2008

Are you being served?

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Last month saw the deadline for airports worldwide to become e-ticket (ET) compliant. The move, initiated by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), sparked a self-service revolution. But how have systems evolved and in terms of cost, what are the consequences for airports?

Are you being served?

Monday, 21 July 2008

Farnborough Airshow 2008

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This year is significant in aviation, marking 100 years since the UK's first sustained powered flight.

Farnborough Airshow 2008

Memory lane

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This month, air transport enthusiasts and industry officials from across the globe will gather for the UK's leading aviation event, the 46th Farnborough International Airshow.

Memory lane

Saturday, 19 July 2008

Open skies

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Bilaterals may generate increased passenger loads between two nations. But Aytac Aras believes they can also hinder countries with inferior aviation markets.

Open skies

On track

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Electronics powerhouse Nikai boosts its fleet efficiency in the Middle East with a state-of-the-art GPS system.

On track

Virtual handling

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Port operator DP World has upgraded its training facility to include some state-of-the-art simulators. We dropped in to find out more.

Virtual handling

Thursday, 17 July 2008

Lost & found

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With global baggage handling mishaps on the rise, aviation authorities are struggling to combat the problem.

Lost & found

Destination Africa

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How the predicted boom in Africa's maritime sector has caught the attention of Middle East investors.

Destination Africa

Tuesday, 15 July 2008

Secure future airports

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What challenges do airport operators face when it comes to securing the airports of the future?

Secure future airports

Wednesday, 09 July 2008

Jewel of the Gulf

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Bahrain, like many other GCC states, has been a natural stopping-off point for airlines travelling to the Far East.

Jewel of the Gulf

Well trained

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As global airlines continue to expand, the shortage of qualified pilots is becoming more apparent.

Well trained

Tuesday, 08 July 2008

Ok computer

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Richard Dawson focused on aviation industry growth and developing airline computer systems at ARINC's Converge Forum 08.

Ok computer

Worth the wait?

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Airbus delegates gathered in Toulouse last month to discuss the manufacturer's developments.

Worth the wait?

Monday, 07 July 2008

Plane and simple

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Airbus hopes to boost its spare parts distribution with its warehousing facility in Dubai Airport Free Zone.

Plane and simple

Dangerous waters

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Using the latest tools, today's pirates have more in common with organised criminals than story tales.

Dangerous waters

Thursday, 03 July 2008

High society

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Royal Jet's directors believe their business jet service appeases even the most demanding personality.

High society

Keeping your cool

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The increasing importance of temperature-sensitive cargo is posing a series of new challenges.

Keeping your cool

Monday, 30 June 2008

Build, supply, operate

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The focus at this year's Dubai Airport Show was firmly placed on build developments.

Build, supply, operate

Saturday, 28 June 2008

Building developments

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The influx of airport development programmes is set to revolutionise the region's aviation industry.

Building developments

Thursday, 26 June 2008

Are you being served?

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With airline catering improving, carriers are competing to deliver the best cuisine. 

Are you being served?

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