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International Airlines Group has invested in MAKO to accelerate Flightfilm, a shark skin-inspired technology designed to reduce aircraft drag, cut fuel burn and emissions, and improve operational efficiency.
Dalaman Airport has become the first airport terminal globally to meet 100% of its electricity demand through rooftop solar power. The milestone sets a new benchmark for sustainable airport operations.
Ontario International Airport has expanded its sustainability programme with the addition of its first zero-emission fleet vehicle. The fully electric truck will support airport operations while reducing emissions and operating costs.
iGA Istanbul Airport has become the world’s first mega-airport to source 100% of its electricity from solar energy, marking a major milestone in aviation sustainability and accelerating its journey to Net Zero emissions.
SAS has rebranded its ‘Conscious Traveler’ initiative as EuroBonus ChangeMakers, giving loyalty members new ways to engage with the airline’s sustainability, operational improvement and ESG-focused programmes.
Schiphol, together with easyJet, Airbus and Menzies Aviation, has launched the world’s first electric TaxiBot, supporting more sustainable aircraft taxiing while reducing fuel burn, emissions and apron noise.
KLM and SkyNRG have launched construction of the Netherlands’ first dedicated SAF production facility, a significant milestone in scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel and accelerating aviation’s decarbonisation efforts.
In this deep-dive, published to coincide with Earth Day 2026, a series of in-depth interviews with YVR, MUC, PIT and YEG explores how airports are advancing sustainability through innovation, and turning ambition into tangible action.
SAS and E.ON Drive Infrastructure have launched a first-of-its-kind partnership, allowing EuroBonus members in Sweden and Denmark to earn loyalty points every time they charge their electric vehicles.
Fraport has secured EU funding for its GREENVOLT project at Frankfurt Airport, expanding ground power and EV charging infrastructure to cut emissions, improve operational efficiency and more.
SAS and E.ON Drive Infrastructure have launched a first-of-its-kind partnership, allowing EuroBonus members in Sweden and Denmark to earn loyalty points every time they charge their electric vehicles.
Fraport has secured EU funding for its GREENVOLT project at Frankfurt Airport, expanding ground power and EV charging infrastructure to cut emissions, improve operational efficiency and more.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport has opened a £3 million solar farm generating up to 3 MW, supplying 25% of its electricity and advancing the airport’s Decarbonisation Plan towards a zero-carbon operation by 2040.
Cologne Bonn Airport is accelerating its sustainability strategy with a €33.25 million investment in electrification, charging infrastructure and renewable energy to drive more efficient, low-emission operations.
Heathrow is ramping up its carbon-cutting programme with an ambitious target of 5.6% Sustainable Aviation Fuel by 2026. The airport’s incentive programme, backed by £80 million, will help airlines reduce emissions.
Nantes Atlantique Airport has commissioned new electrified ground infrastructure, investing €15 million to reduce emissions from airside operations. The project supports VINCI Airports’ net-zero strategy and boosts efficiency.
FTE explores a selection of the top trends and technologies for 2026 and beyond, including agentic AI, robotics and automation, biometrics and digital identity, personalisation, immersive technologies, sustainability, and more.
Avinor has opened a new biogas plant at Norway’s Svalbard Airport. Using liquefied biogas, the airport will have a fossil-free solution for both electricity and heating in “a very important climate measure”.
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