Future Airport 2008 Issue 1
Cover Story
Barry Mansfield talks to Dr Ghanem Al-Hajri, director general for Sharjah International Airport.
Abu Dhabi Expansion
We take a look at the expansion plans of Abu Dhabi International Airport.
We take a look at the expansion plans of Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Making History
Paul Griffiths, the new CEO of Dubai Airports, talks about the expansion of Dubai International.
Paul Griffiths, the new CEO of Dubai Airports, talks about the expansion of Dubai International.
Masterplanners
Barry Mansfield talks to Dr Ghanem Al-Hajri, director general for Sharjah International Airport.
Barry Mansfield talks to Dr Ghanem Al-Hajri, director general for Sharjah International Airport.
New York Giants
As Jim Banks discovers, carrying out a major expansion programme while not disrupting existing services is no mean feat.
As Jim Banks discovers, carrying out a major expansion programme while not disrupting existing services is no mean feat.
A Positive Outlook
Dubai International Airport is about to take delivery of a state-of-the-art meteorological system.
Dubai International Airport is about to take delivery of a state-of-the-art meteorological system.
Global Positioning
The US plans to upgrade its over-burdened air traffic control system from radar to GPS.
The US plans to upgrade its over-burdened air traffic control system from radar to GPS.
India Hits Breaking Point
In 2003, Indian air traffic controllers noted seven near misses, in 2004, it was ten.
In 2003, Indian air traffic controllers noted seven near misses, in 2004, it was ten.
Let There be Light
Semiconductor technology has revolutionised light source development and LEDs become more powerful each year.
Semiconductor technology has revolutionised light source development and LEDs become more powerful each year.
It's Good to Talk
Are opportunities missed because the contractors' focus is on cost rather than airport needs?
Are opportunities missed because the contractors' focus is on cost rather than airport needs?
Uplifting Technology
Airlines and airports are facing greater challenges than ever.
Airlines and airports are facing greater challenges than ever.
Filled to Capacity
Capacity has been the driving force behind expansion plans at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport.
Capacity has been the driving force behind expansion plans at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport.
Safety First
Barry Mansfield talks to Craig Bradbrook of Airports Council International about keeping air travel safe.
Barry Mansfield talks to Craig Bradbrook of Airports Council International about keeping air travel safe.
A Runaway Success
Munich Airport is considered one of Europe's most efficient.
Munich Airport is considered one of Europe's most efficient.
Eastern Star
How is technology helping to ease congestion and enhance security at Hong Kong International Airport?
How is technology helping to ease congestion and enhance security at Hong Kong International Airport?
Broadening Horizons
Dirk Schusdziara, explains how an ambitious redevelopment programme aims to exploit Cairo Airport's prime location.
Dirk Schusdziara, explains how an ambitious redevelopment programme aims to exploit Cairo Airport's prime location.
All Systems Go
How has a new management approach led to dramatically improved results at Switzerland's busiest airport?
How has a new management approach led to dramatically improved results at Switzerland's busiest airport?
Holding Pattern
As IATA's Heathrow community representative, David Stewart is not afraid of fighting for his representatives' interests.
As IATA's Heathrow community representative, David Stewart is not afraid of fighting for his representatives' interests.
