London is losing ground

Article Abstract:

Passenger traffic figures from the world's busiest 1,000 airports released by Aeroports de Paris and Airport Council International in May 2000 indicate that Paris, France's Charles de Gaulle Airport will overtake London, UK's Hearthrow Airport as Europe's busiest airport if passenger traffic growth rates of 1999 continue and business at the two local airports is allowed to grow uncapped. It is also predicted that Frankfurt- Main International Airport will overtake Hearthrow in 2006 if 1999 rates of growth are sustained.

Market share, Airport Operations, Airports

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Twist in the low-cost tale

Article Abstract:

Business travellers are preferring to avail of the services provided by no-frill, low-cost European carriers, according to research conducted by the BAA and other organizations. The trend is supported by the research revealing that 56% of the business passengers surveyed intend to use 'no- frills' airlines in 2000, according American Express Corporate Travel Index. But it is not established that low-cost travel around Europe is luring new clients from socio-economic groups D and C.

Strategy & planning, Scheduled Air Transportation, Scheduled Airlines

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Landmark decision gives go-ahead for Galileo

Article Abstract:

European Space Agency member countries have approved financial support for the second-generation Galileo global navigation satellite system in May 1999. The European satellite venture reflected stronger cooperation among the agency, the European Commission and European Union in pursuing space programs. A space industry contract will be given in 1999, while full civil operations are projected by 2008.

Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing, International politics, Navigation Satellites

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