Jun 28, 2024

Increase in Passenger Traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean from January to April of 2024

Passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean has shown a remarkable growth from January to April of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the main markets in the region

ACI-LAC, ANAC and ABR join forces to improve sustainability practices at Brazilian airports

On Thursday (6), the Airports Council International for Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Aviation Agency (Anac) and ABR Aeroportos do Brasil to encourage the exchange of technical knowledge, experiences, data and information for the sustainable development of the civil aviation sector. The document was signed in Brasilia, during the 5th edition of the Sustainable Aviation event, organized by Anac.

AIFA joins ACI-LAC as a new airport member

Felipe Angeles International Airport (AIFA) joins the network of airport members of Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC), a membership that marks an important milestone in the advancement of airport standards in Mexico.

ACI LAC welcomes First Class Experience as a New Member to its World Business Partners

The Airports Council International - Latin America and the Caribbean is pleased to announce the addition of First Class Experience (FCE) as a distinguished member of its World Business Partners Program (WBP).

ACI-LAC welcomes EXP as a World Business Partner

The Airports Council International - Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) welcomes global engineering and architecture leader EXP as a World Business Partner (WBP).

ACI-LAC welcomes Airport Gurus as a new WBP, marking a milestone for aviation consulting in Latin America

Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce the addition of Airport Gurus as a new World Business Partner

Top airport experts gather in Montreal for the first ACI World Committee Forum

Goal to strengthen global aviation collaboration in the areas of airport information and technology, economics, environment and sustainability, facilitation, safety, and security

ACI Webinar: Implementing Security Management Systems in Airports

Join us for an informative webinar dedicated to introducing our latest release – The Security Management Systems Handbook. We will showcase real-world examples from airports and airlines for airport operators aiming to adopt a management systems approach to security.

Airport architecture: understanding the design of a "non-place"

Airports are not places to stay, but they demand identity and comfort. See how architects solve this challenge and how design priorities have evolved over time.

Fraport is committed to continuing operations and new investments in the country, says Minister of Ports and Airports

In an interview with Jornal da CBN, the Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, discussed the situation at Salgado Filho Airport in Porto Alegre and announced new initiatives to tackle navigation problems in Amazonas.

Chamber of Deputies approves bill with measures to combat pedophilia at airports and on flights

The Committee on Social Welfare, Childhood, Adolescence and Family of the Chamber of Deputies approved a bill that obliges public authorities to promote campaigns in airport terminals and air transportation to warn against the sexual exploitation of children and adolescents.

At meeting with federal government, Porto Alegre airport concessionaire promises diagnosis in four weeks

The diagnosis of the safety conditions of the runway and essential equipment for the operation of Salgado Filho Airport in Porto Alegre should be completed within four weeks.

With the use of solar energy, Salvador Airport stopped emitting more than 620 tons of CO2 in 2023

Salvador Bahia Airport, a member of the VINCI Airports network, reports that its commitment to more sustainable solutions for the environment has resulted in positive results, especially in the generation of clean energy and the expansion of the terminal's energy autonomy.

Congonhas Airport obtains flexibility in slot allocation rules

In order to make the best use of resources and maintain a transparent relationship with air operators, the Airspace Control Department met with authorities from the Air Navigation Management Center (CGNA) and the Brazilian General Aviation Association (ABAG) to discuss the process of optimizing slots at Congonhas airport in São Paulo.

TAV Technologies expands in South America

A leading brand in aviation IT solutions, TAV Technologies began providing services at Santiago Airport in Chile and at a total of five airports in Panama. The company's global footprint extended to over 50 airports in more than 20 countries.

Carrasco Airport raises its proposal with a new gastronomic space

Carrasco International Airport inaugurated a new gastronomic promenade in the boarding area, which enhances the experience of its passengers and expands the culinary offer of the air terminal.

Airport security, a relevant issue for GAP airports

Airport security is a very relevant issue for the sector and the authority supervises everything that leads to maintaining this item, said Jesús Alberto Chávez Delgado, commander of the International Airport of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco.

Punta Cana airport prepares to face disasters and crises

A group of 30 officials from Punta Cana Airport and the National Prevention, Mitigation and Response System participated in the third edition of the "Disaster Ready Airports" (GARD) workshop, organized by the DHL Group, in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and in collaboration with the World Food Program (WFP).

Technological innovation boosts aviation operational efficiency: enITma

In recent decades, connectivity and telecommunications have made great strides, driven by economic growth and demand for digital services.

Latin America experiences a new route boom

This mid-year season has been marked by the accelerated growth of airline supply in Latin America thanks to a large number of new routes with which airlines are seeking to increase their numbers during the vacations and second half of the year.