Edinburgh Airport is pioneering sustainable energy by installing innovative wind panels, developed by Katrick Technologies and Bosch, directly on its airfield. This project, part of the airport’s Greater Good sustainability strategy, complements its existing solar farm and sets a new standard for green aviation. The compact wind panels, designed for restricted spaces, are expected to significantly reduce the airport’s carbon footprint.
A major IT failure at Edinburgh Airport on December 16, 2024, caused a complete standstill of air traffic control for several hours. Countless flights were delayed, cancelled, or diverted, leaving passengers stranded. While the issue was resolved within hours, the incident exposed vulnerabilities in the air travel system and the need for robust backup systems and improved communication.
Edinburgh Airport could face major flight disruptions this holiday season due to a potential strike by North Air tanker drivers over a pay dispute. Unite union members overwhelmingly rejected a 4.5% pay increase offer, threatening widespread travel chaos unless a better deal is reached.
Whitbread PLC, the parent company of Premier Inn, is set to open a new 200-room hotel near Edinburgh Airport, offering travelers a convenient and modern stay just a short walk from the terminal. The hotel, designed with both business and leisure travelers in mind, reflects Whitbread’s commitment to sustainability and will feature a ‘The Social’ restaurant and dedicated parking spaces.
Edinburgh Airport is undergoing a significant transformation, with the addition of a larger BrewDog bar, a new Sainsbury’s store, and other dining and shopping options. This revamp aims to enhance the passenger experience at Scotland’s busiest airport.
American Airlines will resume its daily seasonal route between Edinburgh and Philadelphia in 2025, marking a significant boost for Scotland’s tourism and transatlantic travel. This move reconnects Edinburgh Airport to all of its pre-Covid transatlantic routes, offering greater travel opportunities for Scottish travelers and inbound visitors.
Edinburgh Airport has become the first in Scotland to earn global carbon accreditation, achieving Level 4 ‘Transformation’ in the Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme. This accomplishment, driven by collaboration and a new Net Zero strategy, underscores VINCI Airports’ commitment to sustainability and its goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2030.
Edinburgh Airport has become the first in Scotland to achieve global carbon accreditation, reaching Level 4 ‘Transformation’ in the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This accomplishment signifies the airport’s commitment to its sustainability strategy and its collaboration with stakeholders, airlines, and partners to reduce emissions across its supply chain.
This summer, Pegasus Airlines takes flight in Scotland, establishing a direct link between Edinburgh Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW). Starting June 27th, Pegasus will operate year-round flights between Scotland and Turkey on Thursdays and Sundays, aboard A320neo/A321neo aircraft. This new service will provide passengers with convenient access to Turkey, as well as Pegasus Airlines’ extensive internal network and strong presence in the Middle East.
