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Contactless COVID-19 testing point opens at Riga Airport

E.Gulbis Laboratory has introduced a mobile, contactless COVID-19 testing point at Riga Airport.

Swissport opens COVID-19 testing facility at Zurich Airport

Swissport subsidiary Checkport Schweiz AG will begin operating a PCR testing facility at Zurich Airport on 7 January 2021. The Ender Diagnostics PCR tests are carried out by saliva sample, rather than nasal swab, and the test result is available within only five hours, instead of 24 to 48 hours as with previous PCR tests.

Belfast City Airport becomes first in Northern Ireland to achieve ACI Airport Health Accreditation

George Best Belfast City Airport has been awarded ACI Airport Health Accreditation for its extensive COVID-19 measures. It is the first airport in Northern Ireland to achieve the accolade, which recognises best-in-class COVID-19 health and safety processes.

Istanbul Airport secures ‘5-Star’ rating

Istanbul Airport has been recognised as a ‘5-Star Airport’ by Skytrax. As a result of the measures taken against COVID-19, the airport has also been certified with the ‘5-Star COVID-19 Airport’ rating.

London City Airport publishes master plan

London City Airport has published its new master plan, which sets out a long-term vision for how the airport can grow in a sustainable and responsible way, supporting London’s recovery from COVID-19.