Airport Technology

Airport-technology.com is the premier destination for the latest updates on airport projects, trends, products, and services within the aviation industry. From new construction initiatives to regulatory changes and technological advancements, our team of global journalists provides unbiased reporting that C-level executives and decision-makers rely on to stay informed about the sector. Additionally, with an extensive and detailed directory of airport equipment suppliers, products, and services, along with free white papers and company press releases, it’s clear why airport-technology.com serves as the essential resource for industry professionals.

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The future of air cargo networks: Trends and predictions for the next decade

4 days ago | airport-technology.com | Fi Forrest

Over the next decade, logistics professionals, supply chain managers, cargo managers, and airport professionals will witness a remarkable transformation in how goods are moved across the skies. To stay competitive and resilient in this evolving landscape, it’s crucial to understand the emerging trends and predictions that will shape the future of air cargo networks.
A silver lining for air traffic controller mental health

1 week ago | airport-technology.com | Keri Allan

Mental health concerns amongst air traffic controllers (ATCOs) are increasingly being recognised as a critical issue in aviation safety. A 2024 study by Southern Illinois University entitled Exploring Mental Health Disorders Among Air Traffic Controllers reported that nearly 20% of ATCs in the US and 13% of those in the rest of the world present moderate to severe anxiety levels, while over 10% show signs of depression.
So who holds the Heathrow Parking Pods contract?

2 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Patrick Atack

Way back in 2011, Heathrow Airport launched a novel way of getting passengers from their parked cars to its Terminal 5. The Pod Parking system allows users to sit in “small driverless electric vehicles” which run automatically on laser-assisted guiderails. In the project’s first 18 months it won multiple awards and was described as “British engineering, design and execution at its best,” by then-MP and government minister Alan Duncan.
COM-B: why aviation must rethink people, not just process

2 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The aviation sector didn’t just stall during the pandemic, it was forced to look in the mirror. Operational systems froze, passengers disappeared, and frontline teams were stretched to breaking point. Now, with aircraft back in the skies, it’s easy to assume the sector has recovered. But beneath the surface, many of the underlying issues, such as disconnected training, outdated leadership models, and underinvested development, remain unresolved.
Jet Aviation unveils new digital flight operations platform for EMEA

2 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Ranjithkumar Dharma

Jet Aviation has launched a new digital flight operations environment tailored for its fleets in the EMEA and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions.
How 'historic' is Trump's Qatar Airways-Boeing deal?

3 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Patrick Atack

US President Donald Trump has been in the Middle East, and between receiving gifts that could well be seen as bribes and heaping praise on leaders with questionable records, he has apparently played a major role in a deal between Qatar Airways and Boeing, which the White House described as “historic”.
China reportedly removes Boeing bar

3 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Patrick Atack

Following the pause of US-China tariff escalations, the Beijing government has reportedly told Chinese airlines they can resume business with US manufacturers, paving the way for Boeing jet deliveries completion. Bloomberg first reported the block on dealing with US plane and parts makers on 15 April, and again cited sources with knowledge of proceedings when reporting the lifting of commercial restrictions.
The challenge of airport dining: how F&B operators can soar

3 weeks ago | airport-technology.com | Peter Nilson

Airports are unlike anywhere else. Almost self-contained towns, they have their own rules, regulations, and nuances. For most people, they are a transitory space, often both the first and last touchpoint of the holiday, a ‘treat yourself’ moment or a final hurrah before heading home. Regardless of whether people are travelling for business or leisure, consumers expect to have ‘free’ time within an airport, which has opened the doors for numerous leisure opportunities.
Geopolitical conflict tops business concerns for first time in years

1 month ago | airport-technology.com | Stu Robarts

Geopolitical conflict is the theme that businesses believe will most impact them over the next 12 months, a new survey has found. GlobalData’s ESG Sentiment Polls Q1 2025 survey found that 36% of businesses believe that geopolitical conflict will be the biggest issue for them, while 35% believe inflation will remain the biggest issue. The results mean that it displaces inflation as the perceived most impactful theme for the first time in 10 quarters.
The importance of cybersecurity training in aviation

1 month ago | airport-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The aviation industry’s increasing reliance on interconnected systems and digital technology has opened the door to serious cybersecurity threats. Airlines, airports, and air traffic control systems all depend on digital networks to operate safely and efficiently, but these essential networks are also prime targets for cyber attackers. In 2024, the global aviation sector experienced 604 documented cyber incidents, according to CERT-SysDream.