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The Programme Trap in Airport Terminal Planning
Many Airport terminal planning projects run into budget problems because the requirements-program is created without strategy, and without really questioning existing processes. If airports first define clear strategic goals and turn some “fixed requirements” into...
The Programme Trap in Airport Terminal Planning
Airport terminal planning projects run into budget problems because the requirements-program is created without strategy, and without really questioning existing processes
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How to Measure Sustainability in Airport Terminal Planning?
Within the last 10 years, sustainability has become a key goal in airport infrastructure development. But do we understand well enough what truly defines a sustainable terminal? On the level of technical solutions, the answer seems easy: the more solutions for...
AI won’t save your airport – your bold decision will!
Everyone talks about AI like it’s a silver bullet. But for airports facing rising passenger numbers, aging infrastructure, and increasing complexity, AI won’t solve problems that leadership isn’t bold enough to confront. Many airport leaders underestimate what it...
How to Become a Good Airport Planner? Tips for Young Professionals
Sometimes people ask me “how do you become an airport planner?” The great thing about this profession is that there are many different paths. But for me, the real question is: how do you become a good airport planner?I studied architecture and worked as a traditional...
Is Zurich’s “The Circle” the best Airport City in the World? Here’s why I think so
Last week marked my 3-year anniversary of working at “The Circle” at Zurich Airport! It’s by far the most beautiful workplace I’ve ever experienced at an airport. 5 years after its opening, over 5,000 people work in "The Circle" every weekday, giving the place a...
Why I still call myself an Architect after 18 years of Airport Planning – Labour Day reflections
Tomorrow is International Labour Day — a public holiday in many countries. Historically, it’s a day to honour workers’ rights and contributions. But perhaps it’s also a good moment to pause and reflect on our own professional identity beyond job titles: What is...
Rethinking your Business Model – The Future of Airport Development
At „Passenger Terminal Expo“ in Madrid in April 2025 I attended an insightful talk on the use of AI at Airports. An Amazon and a Microsoft executives shared their view on how airports approach this topic. The room was packed, AI is on everyone’s mind in the...
The Programme Trap in Airport Terminal Planning
Airport terminal planning projects run into budget problems because the requirements-program is created without strategy, and without really questioning existing processes
How to Measure Sustainability in Airport Terminal Planning?
Sustainability is a major priority in airport terminal design, but its true meaning is still unclear.
AI won’t save your airport – your bold decision will!
Everyone talks about AI like it’s a silver bullet. But for airports facing rising passenger numbers, aging infrastructure, and...
How to Become a Good Airport Planner? Tips for Young Professionals
Sometimes people ask me “how do you become an airport planner?”
Is Zurich’s “The Circle” the best Airport City in the World? Here’s why I think so
Last week marked my 3-year anniversary of working at “The Circle” at Zurich Airport! It’s by far the most beautiful workplace I’ve ever experienced at an airport
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