Airport News and Aviation Updates

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of airports, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on airport facilities, their use of technology, passenger experience and relationships with airlines.

Airports are evolving into high-tech travel ecosystems, integrating smarter infrastructure, touchless technology, and advanced operations to enhance efficiency and the passenger experience. PhocusWire brings you the latest airport news and aviation updates, tracking how global hubs are responding to the demands of modern travel and future growth.

Airport operations, infrastructure developments, and global hubs

Our coverage highlights airport modernization efforts, sustainability strategies, and digital transformation initiatives taking place at key aviation hubs around the world. From biometric screening and baggage automation to terminal redesigns and mobility partnerships, we explore the innovations redefining airport functionality and service delivery.

FBI warns airlines about looming cybersecurity attacks
News / Technology
FBI warns airlines about looming cybersecurity attacks
By Morgan Hines | June 30, 2025
Almost one year after the CrowdStrike outage grounded flights, airlines face cybersecurity threats from Scattered Spider. Read More
Report—Cross-border payments in travel: Risks, rewards and the road ahead
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Report—Cross-border payments in travel: Risks, rewards and the road ahead
By Michelle Bruno | June 30, 2025
This exclusive report, produced by PhocusWire in association with Worldline, details the potential, costs, benefits and solutions available to travel retailers.  Read More
DerbySoft launches flight technology solution
News / Technology
DerbySoft launches flight technology solution
By Morgan Hines | June 17, 2025
Jason Sui, who co-founded PKFare which was acquired by DerbySoft last year, will take the reins as divisional CEO for flights at DerbySoft. Read More
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5 key findings on how American travelers shop and book air travel
By Phocuswright Research
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Flying into the future: Willie Walsh calls for tech-first thinking at IATA AGM
News / Technology
Flying into the future: Willie Walsh calls for tech-first thinking at IATA AGM
By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | June 9, 2025
IATA director general Willie Walsh addressed the future of air travel and the crucial role of technology. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Uber, eDreams Odigeo, SITA and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Uber, eDreams Odigeo, SITA and more...
By PhocusWire | June 6, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
From concept to curbside: Zoox and Resorts World's hospitality-driven autonomous mobility
Opinion / Technology
From concept to curbside: Zoox and Resorts World's hospitality-driven autonomous mobility
By Alex Bainbridge, Autoura | June 4, 2025
As Zoox is named the official robotaxi partner of Resorts World Las Vegas, Alex Bainbridge, Autoura founder and CEO, explores the integration of hospitality and mobility. Read More
Accelya launches AI layer FLX AIViator
News / Technology
Accelya launches AI layer FLX AIViator
By Morgan Hines | May 28, 2025
FLX AIViator will be used in forecasting, merchandising, dynamic pricing, customer service, operational insights and financial settlement. Read More
Rapid Fire with Filip Filipov of OAG
News / Online
Rapid Fire with Filip Filipov of OAG
By Morgan Hines | May 27, 2025
As we count down to Phocuswright Europe, PhocusWire is shining the spotlight on a selection of conference speakers in a series of Q&As. Read More
4 scenarios on the future of agentic AI in travel
Opinion / Technology
4 scenarios on the future of agentic AI in travel
By Mario Gavira | May 22, 2025
Mario Gavira outlines future scenarios amid the evolution of agentic AI in travel—and provides key recommendations for how OTAs can respond. Read More
Amadeus acquires travel intelligence company ForwardKeys
News / Online
Amadeus acquires travel intelligence company ForwardKeys
By Morgan Hines | May 20, 2025
Amadeus will share more information regarding the acquisition “in due course,” a spokesperson said.  Read More
Startup Stage: VanityPass aims to redesign loyalty rewards for younger travelers
Interview / Startups
Startup Stage: VanityPass aims to redesign loyalty rewards for younger travelers
By Morgan Hines | May 19, 2025
VanityPass is working to revolutionize the travel perks that often come as part of a credit card loyalty program. Read More
Amadeus reports Q1 profit increase despite global instability
News / Technology
Amadeus reports Q1 profit increase despite global instability
By Linda Fox | May 8, 2025
Amadeus reported revenue increases across its air distribution, air IT solutions and hospitality technology business units in the first quarter of 2025. Read More
Rapid Fire with Irra Ariella Khi of Zamna
News / Online
Rapid Fire with Irra Ariella Khi of Zamna
By Morgan Hines | May 6, 2025
As we count down to Phocuswright Europe, PhocusWire is shining the spotlight on a selection of conference speakers in a series of Q&As.   Read More
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