Three crew members fined for failing alcohol tests at Amsterdam Schiphol
Dutch authorities conducted an alcohol screening operation at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Friday morning, 29 November, resulting in fines for three crew members who...
KLM Catering Services debuts world’s first fully electric catering trucks
KLM Catering Services has introduced two fully electric, refrigerated catering trucks, a global first for airline catering.These quieter, emission-free vehicles support KLM's goal of...
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport October 2024: passenger and cargo growth
Six million passengers flew to, from or via Schiphol in October 2024. It is an increase of almost 4% compared to 2023. Most passengers...
Emergency services respond to “strange odour” on KLM flight
On Wednesday morning, 20 November, emergency services and firefighters were deployed to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport following reports of a “strange odour” on a KLM...
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol opens expanded Lounge 1, enhancing passenger experience
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has unveiled a new section of Lounge 1, adding 5,000 square metres to improve comfort and capacity for travellers within Europe....
Major fire destroys over forty cars in popular Amsterdam Schiphol Airport parking lot
Last night, a massive fire broke out in a parking area in Rijsenhout, North Holland, destroying between 40 and 50 vehicles. This parking lot,...
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol partners with security firms for improved long-term collaboration
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has announced a strategic collaboration with security companies, aiming to enhance service quality and worker conditions through new joint ventures. Schiphol...
Corendon expands Caribbean routes with new Bonaire flights and enhanced comfort services on own aircraft
Corendon recently celebrated its inaugural flight CD599 to Bonaire with its own aircraft, an Airbus A350-900 registered EC-NZF, landing at Flamingo International Airport on...
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport’s fee hike sparks investment in quality and noise reduction amid KLM concerns over rising costs
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport plans to increase its airport charges by 37% over the next three years to fund infrastructure upgrades, better passenger services, improved...
Passengers compensated after drunk passenger delays flight
Two KLM passengers have successfully claimed compensation after their flight from Stavanger in Norway was delayed due to a disruptive, intoxicated passenger. The incident,...
KLM launches double daily service from Belfast City Airport to Amsterdam
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has officially launched its new double daily service from Belfast City Airport to Amsterdam, increasing connectivity options for passengers travelling...
Runway 18R-36L a.k.a. Polderbaan at Amsterdam Schiphol closed for annual maintenance from 28 October to 6 November
From Monday 28 October to Wednesday 6 November, Schiphol’s Runway 18R-39L a.k.a. Polderbaan will be out of service for scheduled annual maintenance. During this...
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol sees 4% passenger growth in September 2024, cargo volume up by 10%
In September 2024, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport handled 6 million passengers, a 4% increase from 2023. Of these, 3.9 million were direct arrivals or departures,...
Transavia launches new route from Amsterdam to Granada, Spain
On Monday, Transavia inaugurated its first flight from Amsterdam to Granada, Spain. The new route will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays,...
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol reports 8.7% cargo growth in first half of 2024
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol saw an 8.7% increase in cargo volumes in the first half of 2024, handling 738,414 tonnes, compared to the same period...
Urgent medical landing in Gran Canaria: crew and ground teams save passenger in critical condition
Transavia flight HV6521 from Amsterdam to Gran Canaria (Boeing 737-800 registered PH-HXG) made a priority landing on Saturday 21 September due to a passenger...
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport traffic and transport figures for August 2024: +6%
Passenger Overview:Total passengers: 6.4 million (an increase of 6% compared to August 2023)Departing/arriving passengers: 4.2 million
Transfer passengers: 2.2 million (counted as...
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol advances sustainability with new electric bus fleet
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has made a significant step in boosting its capacity and sustainability by purchasing over 50 new electric buses from MAN. These...
Qatar Airways increases Amsterdam flights to meet winter travel demand
Qatar Airways is expanding its Amsterdam operations by adding four additional weekly flights from 12 November 2024 to 29 March 2025, increasing its total...
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport trains to run during rail strike following court ruling
A court in Haarlem has ruled in favour of Schiphol Airport, mandating that a minimum number of trains must run between Amsterdam Centraal and...