Global body shaping airport standards and practices
Heathrow reports July traffic near 7.86 million, down 1.5% from last year, while Istanbul remains Europe’s busiest hub. The airport argues expansion is essential to restore UK leadership and support growth after a summer peak, with new routes from ITA Airways, Alaska Airlines and Riyadh Air highlighting demand.
Incheon International Airport has become the world's busiest international hub in the first half of 2026, overtaking London Heathrow as disruptions from the US-Iran conflict redirect passengers to Asia. Heathrow remains under pressure to expand as Istanbul overtakes it in Europe, while Dubai declines.