More than 62,000 tonnes of goods were transported
In August, Brussels Airport welcomed 2.2 passengers, i.e. 82% of the passenger numbers in August 2019 and the best result since the start of the crisis. Cargo volumes are down on last year (-11%), but up 19% on 2019.
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130 destinations from Brussels Airport this winter
With the arrival of autumn, the aviation sector is preparing for the winter season with an adapted offer, which of course still takes into account any Covid-related travel restrictions. At Brussels Airport, the offer is particularly attrac1
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825,000 passengers chose Brussels Airport in February, half the number of passengers in February 2019
Freight volumes increased by 13% compared with 2019
This last February, Brussels Airport welcomed around 825,000 passengers, up by 400% compared to February 2021, but still down by 50% compared to the same period before the crisis (February 2019). A better month than January (-52%), despite1
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DHL Express leads the way in electrification of ground fleet at Brussels Airport
24 electric tractors, lifts and loaders set to halve DHL’s CO2 footprint on the ground
As part of the Stargate project of Brussels Airport, DHL Express leads the way in the field of electric ground-handling equipment. Following a successful test phase, one in three tractors and loade1
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Celebrating 35 Years of Singapore Airlines’ Cargo Operations at Brussels Airport
Singapore Airlines (SIA) started its cargo operations at Brussels Airport on 4 September 1988. This year, SIA has been operating full freighter flights at Brussels Airport for 35 years, making them the longest operating cargo airline at the airport. Known for their “round the world” c1
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Herfurth Group lays the foundation stone for its new building at Brussels Airport
There is definitely a lot going on in the Brussels Airport logistics zone. Between new buildings, renovations and refurbishments, there is no shortage of development projects! The foundation stone for the new building that will soon be occupied by Herfurth Logistics and its Brucargo&1
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Nearly 1.4 million passengers at Brussels Airport in February, up 65% on 2022
A slight decline in freight volumes of 2%.
In February, Brussels Airport welcomed over 1.4 million passengers, an increase of 65% compared to 2022. February was marked by the Carnival holidays, which brought many holidaymakers to Brussels Airport. Freight volume decreased slightly by 2% comp1
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Maintenance work on runway 25L/07R at Brussels Airport
Work and wind direction have an impact on the PRS*
Thorough inspections of runway 25L/07R carried out last week have shown that maintenance work was required in the short term to guarantee the good condition and safety of the runway. The closure of the runway, every afternoon and evening starting1
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New boarding bridges at Brussels Airport’s Pier B
Enhanced passenger comfort and operational efficiency
On 13 February, Brussels Airport inaugurated its two brand new passenger boarding bridges at Pier B, where it operates its intercontinental flights. These are part of a larger project to replace all the boarding bridges at Pier B, which h1
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Brussels Airport encourages the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) thanks to federal government support
One year ago, Brussels Airport announced the first delivery of sustainable aviation fuel via the NATO pipeline. However the high price of SAF remains an obstacle and slows down its use by airlines. To accelerate the sustainable development of the aviation sector and encourage the use of sustainable1
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