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Switzerland has authorised the release of up to 30 million litres of jet fuel from compulsory reserves to address a supply shortage at Zurich Airport. Disruptions to river and rail freight have affected deliveries to the country’s main aviation hub.
5 days ago · 2 sources
Fuel
Swiss petrol and diesel prices have risen again, while supply disruptions are also threatening aviation-fuel deliveries to Zurich Airport. Low Rhine water levels and congested rail routes are making fuel imports more expensive and less reliable.
The Local Switzerland · +3 more
aviation
Switzerland is releasing up to 30,000 cubic metres of aviation fuel from its compulsory reserves to reduce the risk of shortages at Zurich Airport. Rail disruptions and low water levels on the Rhine have delayed fuel deliveries from Germany.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Zurich Airport
Zurich Airport handled more than 123,000 passengers on a single day during the autumn holiday period, setting a provisional record. The surge provides a timely snapshot of Switzerland’s post-pandemic travel demand and the pressure placed on its main international gateway.
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Switzerland
Zurich Airport cancelled 27 flights and warned of further disruption after lightning near the airport halted ground operations during a severe thunderstorm.
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Travel
The busy summer travel season is under threat as Swiss and European airports warn of significant delays due to the rollout of the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES). This article examines the warnings from industry bodies, advice for travellers from Swiss airports, and the EU's response to the impending travel disruption.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
Travel
Travelers departing from Zurich will no longer need to separate liquids into small plastic bags, as the airport rolls out new CT scanner technology. The new rules, effective this Friday, allow for liquids up to two litres to remain in hand luggage during security checks.
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Aviation
Switzerland's aviation sector is under pressure as a technical glitch slashes Zurich Airport's landing capacity by 30%, while national jet fuel reserves drop below mandatory levels due to Middle East supply chain disruptions.
SWI swissinfo.ch · +1 more
aviation
A perfect storm is brewing for Swiss air travel, with national aviation fuel reserves dropping below mandatory levels while a separate technical glitch at Zurich Airport significantly cuts landing capacity.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
Aviation
The ongoing Lufthansa pilots' strike continued on Friday, leading to the cancellation of numerous flights to and from Switzerland, with Zurich Airport confirming at least twelve affected connections to Frankfurt.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Aviation
Zurich Airport has commenced work on a new CHF 100 million terminal dedicated to private and business aviation. The project aims to meet rising demand and will feature hangars for large aircraft, with an operational start planned for spring 2028.
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Travel
Travelers in Switzerland are facing renewed disruptions as a strike by Lufthansa cockpit staff is expected to cause further flight cancellations at Zurich and Geneva airports on Monday and Tuesday, affecting connections to and from Germany.
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Travel
Travelers at Zurich Airport will soon be able to leave liquids and electronics in their bags during security checks. The introduction of new-generation CT scanners will streamline the process, with a gradual rollout starting immediately.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
