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Local Sweden
04-07-2025
- Business
- Local Sweden
Copenhagen Airport could get more long distance flights after SAS takeover
A takeover of Scandinavian airline SAS, announced Friday, could bring more long distance routes to Copenhagen Airport, the airline's new owners have said. Advertisement Air France-KLM wants to introduce more long distance flights out of Copenhagen if, as expected, the company completes a takeover of Scandinavian airline SAS. CEO of Air France-KLM Ben Smith said at a press conference on Friday that the takeover would mean more long distance SAS flights from Copenhagen, media Finans reports. "SAS is currently underrepresented on long distance routes. We want more long distance departures out of Copenhagen, because the airport doesn't have its fair share right now. There will be growth in the number of long distance routes," Smith said. The comments from the Air France-KLM CEO come after the company announced on Friday that it is to initiate proceedings to take a majority stake in SAS. The former company intends to increase its ownership stake in SAS from 19.9 percent to 60.5 percent by the end of next year, by acquiring shares currently held by investment groups Castlelake and Lind Invest. Advertisement The Danish state, which also owns part of SAS, will retain its 26.4 percent stake and its seats on the board, while Air France-KLM will hold a majority of the board positions, news wire Ritzau reported. Smith said the company would invest in Copenhagen Airport to make it its third hub, joining existing hubs for the airline in Amsterdam and Paris. In a SAS statement, CEO Anko van der Werff said the move would strengthen the Scandinavian airlines's market position by 'positioning Copenhagen as our global hub for the region, while continuing to uphold strong and strategic operations in both Oslo and Stockholm.'
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Time of India
10 best airports in the world for security screening (2025)
Airport security isn't exactly anyone's favourite part of travel. Long queues, unpacking electronics, and the occasional pat-down can make even seasoned flyers groan. But not all airports are created equal. Some have turned this dreaded routine into a smooth, efficient, and even pleasant experience. The 2025 Skytrax World Airport Awards ranked the world's top airports for security screening, places where the lines are shorter, and the process is faster. From Copenhagen to Changi, here are ten airports that prove getting through security doesn't have to be stressful, and that it can actually set the tone for a great journey. Here's a closer look at the best in class. Copenhagen Airport , Denmark Topping the list is Copenhagen, where security checking feels like a breeze. With intuitive design, automated trays, and minimal queues, it shows how to travel hassle-free and stress-free. Rome Fiumicino Airport, Italy Known for its recent upgrades, Fiumicino manages crowds with cleverly separated lanes for families, frequent flyers, and general passengers. The result? Less congestion, more calm, and no elbow-duels in the tray line. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Read more: 6 hidden spots in and around Bengaluru perfect for offbeat travel Chubu Centrair Airport, Japan Japan takes order seriously, and Chubu Centrair delivers it with a flourish. From quiet signage to spotless lanes and tech-led scanning, this airport keeps things moving with near-silent precision. Tokyo Haneda Airport, Japan Also from Japan, Haneda is a masterclass in manners and mechanics. Staff guide passengers with gentle efficiency, and even the bins seem to glide with grace. The experience is fast, clear, and free of confusion. Hamad International Airport, Qatar All marble and calm, Doha's Hamad International takes security seriously, but not at the expense of comfort. Advanced CT scanners reduce the need for unpacking, and space is never in short supply. Read more: 7 must-visit places in the Philippines — now visa-free for Indians, with direct flights coming soon Bahrain International Airport, Bahrain Bahrain's smaller scale works in its favour. Security staff are swift yet warm, and the entire process feels designed for real people, not just procedural checkboxes. Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore No list is complete without Changi. Beyond its butterfly gardens and rooftop pool, it excels at screening. Automated lanes, CT scanners, and helpful signage make the process comfortable, like magic, only better organised. Zurich Airport, Switzerland Elegant and restrained, Zurich channels Swiss punctuality into its screening process. Security zones are clearly demarcated, and staff move things along without a fuss — or a frown. Tokyo Narita Airport, Japan The third Japanese entry on the list, Narita handles international volumes with efficiency and multilingual guidance. There's order, there's speed, and there's hardly ever drama. LaGuardia Airport, USA Once the punchline of many travel jokes, LaGuardia's recent revamp has paid off. Spacious terminals and smarter screening zones have propelled it onto this global top 10, a glow-up worth applauding. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Local Sweden
20-06-2025
- Local Sweden
Why the Bridge Run between Sweden and Denmark meant so much to me
The Local Sweden's deputy editor Becky Waterton spent her Sunday running over the bridge between Sweden and Denmark in a half marathon to celebrate the bridge's 25th anniversary. She explains what the bridge means to her and to people in the Öresund region. Advertisement This weekend, I completed the Broloppet half marathon over the Öresund Bridge between Sweden and Denmark. The organisers of the run made a big deal of the bridge (and the run) symbolising the connection between Denmark and Sweden. At first, that sounds quite cheesy, but life here in Malmö where I live would certainly be different if it didn't exist. It means that you can live in Malmö and commute to work in central Copenhagen in less than an hour, opening up Copenhagen to Swedes looking for new work or study opportunities. Swedes can head over to Louisiana or Tivoli for a day trip, and Danes can nip to Malmö or Lund to see the sights and make the most of the low Swedish krona for some cheap shopping. I hadn't even run 5km before I bought my ticket in February last year, but I just knew when I saw the run being advertised that I had to do it. This may sound odd, but the Öresund Bridge means a lot to me. I've lived and worked in both cities, speak both languages, and aside from the fact that I cross the bridge whenever I visit friends in Denmark or travel via Copenhagen Airport, it's played a central role in many important moments in my life. Advertisement I met my Swedish husband when I was living in Copenhagen and he was living in Malmö. I crossed the bridge when I caught the train to Malmö for our first date. I crossed it when we left Malmö for our wedding in Frederiksberg town hall, and I crossed it while in labour with our daughter, who was born in Denmark. I even crossed it mid-pandemic, when my parents were able to visit Copenhagen but not Malmö, so that my family could meet my daughter for the first time. On Sunday, I crossed it on foot with my dad (who, unlike me, is an avid runner) by my side. That was the culmination of over a year of training, much of which was done along the seafront in Ribersborg looking out at the bridge. Now when I look out at the bridge, I along with 40,000 other runners can say 'I ran over that'. The Öresund Bridge run also means a lot to people in southern Sweden and, I assume, Denmark too. Three generations of my daughter's family have done it now, including my father-in-law who skated over on roller blades (!) 25 years ago. I know that we have some readers who were there on Sunday with their own connections to the bridge, whether that's in their own lives or through their family history. Admittedly, the connection between Sweden and Denmark isn't always smooth. What was supposed to be temporary border checks at Hyllie are nearing their tenth anniversary this year, and non-EU citizens can't live in one country and work in the other without a work permit. It's also extremely expensive to cross it (at least for those of us who are paid in Swedish kronor), and the trains are often delayed or cancelled. Advertisement The bridge run itself didn't go completely smoothly either, to be fair. Long toilet queues before the run meant that many people didn't have time to go before they were due to start, and chaos with buses and bag pick-up afterwards meant that those heading back to Denmark had to wait in the finish area for hours. Many runners even had to queue in the last 200 metres before they could cross the finish line, which must have been frustrating to say the least after pushing yourself for 21 kilometres. For the most part though, I'd say that the bridge has clearly benefited both countries greatly, and has brought them closer together in the 25 years since it was built. I don't particularly fancy doing it again anytime soon, but who knows ‒ maybe I'll feel differently if another run is planned for the bridge's 50th anniversary in 2050. By then, there could even be a metro line stretching between both cities, bringing us even closer over national and geographical borders. I certainly feel closer to the other runners who spent a couple of hours (in my case, almost three) running under and over the Öresund from Denmark to Sweden on Sunday. Even considering the organisational chaos and the frankly terrible conditions, I doubt there are many people who regret they did it.
Local Sweden
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Local Sweden
How the Copenhagen-Malmö Bridge Run will affect travel (and where you can watch)
Thousands of runners will cross the Öresund Bridge this weekend as they contest a unique half-marathon taking them from Danish capital Copenhagen to Swedish city Malmö. Advertisement The 2025 Bridge Run takes place this weekend, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Öresund Bridge between Copenhagen and Malmö. The event sold out faster than a Usain Bolt sprint and 40,000 runners are now scheduled to take part in the unique half marathon on Sunday June 15th. While the race itself begins at 10am, traffic is expected to be disrupted throughout the morning and afternoon. Vehicles will still be able to cross the bridge throughout the day, but reduced speeds and delayed journey times can be expected between 6am and 5pm. 'You should certainly expect extended travel time over the Öresund Bridge on June 15th,' John Alexander Sahlin, press adviser with bridge operator Øresundsbron, told news wire Ritzau. Traffic will be one-way through the tunnel between 9:30am and 1:30pm, with the direction changing roughly every 15 minutes. A single lane only will be open in both directions between 6am and 9:30am, and between 1:30pm and 5pm. Rail traffic will also be affected by the road closures on the bridge. Øresundsbron advises travelling before or after the event where possible. Advertisement 'If, for instance, you have planned a little trip to Sweden that day, we recommend finding another day,' Sahlin said. Some traffic disruption can also be expected around the starting area of the event in Tårnby south of Copenhagen, and the finishing area at Sibbarp in Malmö. Train stations at Copenhagen Airport and Malmö Hyllie could also see congestion. Participants in the race can use special buses provided by the Bridge Run organisers to travel between the two cities. Race bibs must be shown when you board. Because of the nature of the event – it's mostly on a bridge – the options for spectators are more limited than you might usually find at marathons and other popular running events. But there are places you can go to cheer on your loved ones and other runners, in both Copenhagen and Malmö. On the Danish side, the first two kilometres of the course will be open to spectators. This covers the stretch from the start line at Øresundsparken near Amager Strandpark, with music and entertainment at a 'power point' in the town of Kastrup around the 1-kilometre mark. In Sweden, you'll be able to access around one kilometre of the final stretch leading up to the finish line in Sibbarp. This comes after the runners leave the bridge and the motorway toll area and are running along more regular streets. You will also be able to find entertainment zones in this area and around the finish. Maps showing the areas accessible for spectators can be found on the Bridge Run website.
Local Sweden
28-05-2025
- Local Sweden
Rail services between Sweden and Denmark reduced as summer holidays get under way
If you're taking the train between Malmö and Copenhagen in the weeks ahead, be prepared for crowded trains and delays. Advertisement Only one track will be open to traffic until June 9th, warned Swedish public transport operator Skånetrafiken. Skånetrafiken asked for travellers' patience and understanding as urgent work is carried out to replace 3,500 metres of rails through the tunnel section of the combined bridge-tunnel connecting Denmark and Sweden. "It's unfortunate that this work has to be carried out at short notice, for such a long period of time," said Kevin Brandt Leander, business lead for the Öresund trains at Skånetrafiken, in a press statement. "We know how important train traffic across the bridge is for the region, and the bridge section in particular is sensitive as it can be difficult for our passengers to sort out other means of transport," he added. Replacement buses will be called in during rush hour, but delays are expected. Bicycles are not allowed on the buses. Allow for longer journey times especially if you're travelling from Malmö to Copenhagen Airport, and remember that although Skånetrafiken does on occasion refund train tickets if journeys are unexpectedly delayed, they won't refund your flight if you miss it as a result of delays.
