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Day`s summary for 17 Mar 2026

FACC sets up new high-tech plant in Upper Austria

Based on current market forecasts, FACC will continue to grow until 2030. In order to increase production rates for existing projects and to develop new customer projects, around EUR 350 million will be invested in new technologies and the expansion of global locations by 2030. The strategically important location in Upper Austria is now being further expanded: In order to create new capacity for...

Munich Airport welcomes its one billionth passenger

Munich Airport reached a special milestone in passenger numbers today: At noon, the airport welcomed its one-billionth passenger since it opened in 1992. The airport celebrated this symbolic moment together with its partner, Lufthansa. This significant milestone marks Munich Airport’s transition into one of Europe’s leading aviation hubs, serving approximately 100 airlines and offering...

Talon Air selects MySky to support its next phase of growth

Talon Air has selected MySky Spend and MySky Quote to streamline manual processes, enhance operational efficiency, and support its ambitious growth plans following its transition to full independence. Talon Air, which recently returned to independent ownership under the leadership of CEO James Chitty and COO Nicholas Piazza, continues to build on a strong growth trajectory that saw the company add...

Avation orders five additional ATR 72-600s

ATR announced that Singapore-based lessor Avation has exercised purchase rights for five ATR 72‑600 aircraft under its long-term framework agreement signed in 2011. Deliveries are scheduled for 2028 and 2029. This latest commitment covers the 50th to 54th ATR aircraft ordered by Avation since the start of its cooperation with ATR 15 years ago. Over that time, the partnership has steadily expa...