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01-07-2025
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Customs Urges Kiwi Travellers To Give Digital Declarations A Go
With the start of the winter school holidays, Customs is urging all arriving travellers to use the digital New Zealand Traveller Declaration instead of the paper version available on flights. Customs Manager New Zealand Traveller Declaration, Holly Stringer, says more than five million travellers have submitted a digital declaration since the option became available, and now's a chance for more Kiwis to get onboard. 'Whether it's Kiwis heading off in search of warmer climates, or those living overseas marking their course to our ski fields, our digital declaration is a must-do attraction for New Zealand. 'As travellers, we have come such a long way – everything is now done online. We purchase flight tickets, sort accommodation, sign up to activities, check in to flights and even order domestic transportation to the airport online. The digital declaration is no different. 'It can be completed within 24 hours of your flight, to take away the stresses that last-minute travel requirements can bring. It is easy to complete, it's free, and your details can be saved for the next time you travel,' Ms Stringer says. To complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration, you can head to the website or download the app. The form is available in multiple languages, and for those who may not be so digitally savvy or have digital access, you can even get someone else to help. 'Customs aims to make the New Zealand passenger arrival process as streamlined as possible – going digital is the way of the future, so don't get left behind. Even if you're not travelling, please help friends or family who are by letting them know. 'Across June, approximately 68% of New Zealand passport holders submitted a digital declaration, slightly lower than the 73% of Australian passport holders who did one. It will be great to see more Kiwis making the most of it. Safe travels this season.' she adds. What travellers need to know: All travellers to New Zealand, including Kiwis returning from holiday, need to complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD). A declaration needs to be completed for each traveller, including babies and children. The NZTD app, available on Apple and Android devices, allows users to scan their passport details directly into the declaration and create a profile so it's easier for the next time they travel. When travelling as a family or group and completing multiple declarations, travel details can be copied into other declarations. All submitted declarations will display together in the app. Air passengers can start their digital declaration at a time and place that suits them. The earliest that travellers can submit their declaration is 24 hours before they start their trip to New Zealand. It needs to be submitted by the time they reach passport control in New Zealand. Multiple languages are available in both the NZTD app and online form, including Te Reo Māori, Samoan and Tongan. For more details, including what you need to declare, visit
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23-04-2025
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Auckland Airport Flies Into List Of Global Airports Ranking
Press Release – Auckland Airport Auckland Airport has landed amongst the highest-ranking airports around the world in this years SKYTRAX 2025 Airport Awards for 10-20 million annual passengers, coming in at #4 out of the top 10 list. Auckland Airports enters the SKYTRAX top 10 list this year, ranking #4 for the Best Airports with 10-20 annual million passengers Also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally Maintained position at #3 for Best Airports in Australia / Pacific The Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. Auckland Airport has landed amongst the highest-ranking airports around the world in this year's SKYTRAX 2025 Airport Awards for 10-20 million annual passengers, coming in at #4 out of the top 10 list. The independent SKYTRAX survey ranks global international airports for customer satisfaction including traveller experiences from check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security and immigration through to departure at the gate. Auckland Airport also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally. In the Australia/Pacific category Auckland Airport maintained its #3 ranking, and the Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. This hotel is a joint venture with Tainui Group Holdings and opened in December 2023. Scott Tasker, Chief Customer Officer of Auckland Airport, said the SKYTRAX ranking in the World Airport Awards is 'an awesome accolade for everyone working in our airport ecosystem – the Auckland Airport team, government border agencies, ground handlers, airlines, retail staff and the hundreds of other companies that help support the system to run smoothly'. 'We're committed to creating an airport that Kiwis are proud of and we're heartened travellers have recognised the value of the changes we're delivering,' said Mr Tasker. 'This news comes on top of research findings in 2024 from global insights firm Ipsos that shows 80% of New Zealanders think airports are the best-performing infrastructure in the country.' Auckland Airport's runway is the hardest working in New Zealand, supporting over 400 flight movements per day. Each year there's $35.1 billion of economic output from international and domestic travel and tourism generated by Auckland Airport aviation connections, and $26 billion in annual trade flowing through the airport. 'Our infrastructure programme is progressing quickly and the improvements are really starting to make a difference to customers. We've opened the Transport Hub at the front entrance to the international terminal and we've been upgrading wayfinding signage to make it clear to customers where to go. 'MPI have also enabled an express lane at the international terminal, which has helped create efficient processing while maintaining border security. This, along with the uptake in the New Zealand Traveller Declaration has allowed a smoother arrival for customers coming in from international destinations. Aviation Security have been rolling out CT scanners across both terminals, meaning travellers can leave laptops and items in their carry on at the security checkpoint, which has meant shorter queues for customers. 'We've also been making improvements at the domestic terminal while we're building the new integrated terminal. This has included modernised bathroom facilities, new flooring, updated dwell spaces and plenty of seating. he said. Skytrax is a United Kingdom–based research consultancy headquartered in London that runs an airline and airport review website as well as taking surveys from international travellers to rate airports, airlines, airline lounges, in-flight entertainment, on-board catering, and several other elements of air travel. Singapore's Changi Airport was #1 airport in the world for the 13th time, followed by Doha Hamad.
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23-04-2025
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Auckland Airport Flies Into List Of Global Airports Ranking
Press Release – Auckland Airport Auckland Airports enters the SKYTRAX top 10 list this year, ranking #4 for the Best Airports with 10-20 annual million passengers Also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally Maintained position at #3 for Best Airports in Australia / Pacific The Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. Auckland Airport has landed amongst the highest-ranking airports around the world in this year's SKYTRAX 2025 Airport Awards for 10-20 million annual passengers, coming in at #4 out of the top 10 list. The independent SKYTRAX survey ranks global international airports for customer satisfaction including traveller experiences from check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security and immigration through to departure at the gate. Auckland Airport also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally. In the Australia/Pacific category Auckland Airport maintained its #3 ranking, and the Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. This hotel is a joint venture with Tainui Group Holdings and opened in December 2023. Scott Tasker, Chief Customer Officer of Auckland Airport, said the SKYTRAX ranking in the World Airport Awards is 'an awesome accolade for everyone working in our airport ecosystem – the Auckland Airport team, government border agencies, ground handlers, airlines, retail staff and the hundreds of other companies that help support the system to run smoothly'. 'We're committed to creating an airport that Kiwis are proud of and we're heartened travellers have recognised the value of the changes we're delivering,' said Mr Tasker. 'This news comes on top of research findings in 2024 from global insights firm Ipsos that shows 80% of New Zealanders think airports are the best-performing infrastructure in the country.' Auckland Airport's runway is the hardest working in New Zealand, supporting over 400 flight movements per day. Each year there's $35.1 billion of economic output from international and domestic travel and tourism generated by Auckland Airport aviation connections, and $26 billion in annual trade flowing through the airport. 'Our infrastructure programme is progressing quickly and the improvements are really starting to make a difference to customers. We've opened the Transport Hub at the front entrance to the international terminal and we've been upgrading wayfinding signage to make it clear to customers where to go. 'MPI have also enabled an express lane at the international terminal, which has helped create efficient processing while maintaining border security. This, along with the uptake in the New Zealand Traveller Declaration has allowed a smoother arrival for customers coming in from international destinations. Aviation Security have been rolling out CT scanners across both terminals, meaning travellers can leave laptops and items in their carry on at the security checkpoint, which has meant shorter queues for customers. 'We've also been making improvements at the domestic terminal while we're building the new integrated terminal. This has included modernised bathroom facilities, new flooring, updated dwell spaces and plenty of seating. he said. Skytrax is a United Kingdom–based research consultancy headquartered in London that runs an airline and airport review website as well as taking surveys from international travellers to rate airports, airlines, airline lounges, in-flight entertainment, on-board catering, and several other elements of air travel. Singapore's Changi Airport was #1 airport in the world for the 13th time, followed by Doha Hamad.
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23-04-2025
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Auckland Airport Flies Into List Of Global Airports Ranking
Auckland Airports enters the SKYTRAX top 10 list this year, ranking #4 for the Best Airports with 10-20 annual million passengers Also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally Maintained position at #3 for Best Airports in Australia / Pacific The Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. Auckland Airport has landed amongst the highest-ranking airports around the world in this year's SKYTRAX 2025 Airport Awards for 10-20 million annual passengers, coming in at #4 out of the top 10 list. The independent SKYTRAX survey ranks global international airports for customer satisfaction including traveller experiences from check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security and immigration through to departure at the gate. Auckland Airport also ranked #46 for customer satisfaction across all airports globally. In the Australia/Pacific category Auckland Airport maintained its #3 ranking, and the Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel ranked #3 for Best Airport Hotel in Australia/Pacific. This hotel is a joint venture with Tainui Group Holdings and opened in December 2023. Scott Tasker, Chief Customer Officer of Auckland Airport, said the SKYTRAX ranking in the World Airport Awards is 'an awesome accolade for everyone working in our airport ecosystem – the Auckland Airport team, government border agencies, ground handlers, airlines, retail staff and the hundreds of other companies that help support the system to run smoothly'. 'We're committed to creating an airport that Kiwis are proud of and we're heartened travellers have recognised the value of the changes we're delivering,' said Mr Tasker. 'This news comes on top of research findings in 2024 from global insights firm Ipsos that shows 80% of New Zealanders think airports are the best-performing infrastructure in the country.' Auckland Airport's runway is the hardest working in New Zealand, supporting over 400 flight movements per day. Each year there's $35.1 billion of economic output from international and domestic travel and tourism generated by Auckland Airport aviation connections, and $26 billion in annual trade flowing through the airport. 'Our infrastructure programme is progressing quickly and the improvements are really starting to make a difference to customers. We've opened the Transport Hub at the front entrance to the international terminal and we've been upgrading wayfinding signage to make it clear to customers where to go. 'MPI have also enabled an express lane at the international terminal, which has helped create efficient processing while maintaining border security. This, along with the uptake in the New Zealand Traveller Declaration has allowed a smoother arrival for customers coming in from international destinations. Aviation Security have been rolling out CT scanners across both terminals, meaning travellers can leave laptops and items in their carry on at the security checkpoint, which has meant shorter queues for customers. 'We've also been making improvements at the domestic terminal while we're building the new integrated terminal. This has included modernised bathroom facilities, new flooring, updated dwell spaces and plenty of seating. he said. Skytrax is a United Kingdom–based research consultancy headquartered in London that runs an airline and airport review website as well as taking surveys from international travellers to rate airports, airlines, airline lounges, in-flight entertainment, on-board catering, and several other elements of air travel. Singapore's Changi Airport was #1 airport in the world for the 13th time, followed by Doha Hamad.
