Covid-19: Scientists express concern over lack of airport tests in UK
The Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage), a governmental advisory body in the UK, has expressed concerns over the lack…
21 Sep 2020
Covid-19: Helsinki Airport to use trained dogs to identify coronavirus
Finnish airport operator Finavia has announced that Helsinki Airport is set to launch a pilot project that involves using trained dogs to identify coronavirus-infected passengers. The pilot is scheduled to…
18 Sep 2020
Covid-19: Gatwick rolls out UV system to disinfect security trays
Gatwick Airport in the UK has rolled out ultraviolet (UV) technology to disinfect security trays amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Delivered by Smiths Detection, the system uses short-wavelength UV-C light…
16 Sep 2020
Israel lockdown: Ben Gurion Airport to remain open
Ben Gurion International Airport, the main airport of Israel, will remain open during the country's upcoming lockdown. The decision was taken following a ministerial meeting where it was decided that…
15 Sep 2020
Hyderabad Airport to equip elevators with touchless technology
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in the Indian city of Hyderabad is set to equip all passenger elevators with touchless technology for passenger safety. According to an Indian Express report, the…
15 Sep 2020
Covid-19 impact: London City Airport to cut up to 239 jobs
London City Airport in the UK is set to axe up to 239 jobs, equal to around 35% of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan. This comes as…
14 Sep 2020
India launches first airport Covid-19 testing facility at Delhi
India has opened an airport Covid-19 testing facility at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi amid rising novel coronavirus cases in the country. The facility was launched by Delhi…
