Passenger traffic at the 'Avram Iancu' International Airport in Cluj-Napoca hit over 1.6 million in the first half of 2025, 11% more than in the same period of 2024, the air facility said in a release.Other activity numbers in the reporting period were as follows: over 13,750 aircraft movements (+12% y-o-y); an ACI Europe nomination among the large regional airports with the most consistent air traffic dynamics in May 2025 (+12.8% vs. May 2024); the best month of June in the airport's history - June 2025, with over 338,000 passengers, marking a 13.6% increase compared to June 2024; significant growth in the tourist charter sector (+43%) and domestic flights (+23%).Italy ranked first on the list of destination countries for regular flights from Cluj International Airport, with a total of 286,000 registered passengers, followed by Germany with 225,000 registered passengers, and Spain with a total of 188,000 registered passengers. Romania (177,000 passengers) and the United Kingdom (152,000 passengers) are next in the ranking."H1 2025 was the best half-year in the history of the company in terms of passenger traffic, and this achievement marks not only a consistent increase in passenger volumes, but also a reinforcement of the position of Cluj International Airport among competing airports in the Transylvania region, reflecting equally the airport's responsibility to provide high-quality services, as well as its commitment to offering a pleasant passenger experience. Passenger air traffic data from recent years, as well as the solid figures from H1 2025 prove the fact that the Cluj airport has become increasingly attractive, and the strategic partnerships with various air operators have played a particularly important role in this success," the cited release also states. (Photo:https://www.facebook.com/)
More than 680 houses in Suceava country and 170 houses in Neamţ county were impacted in the flash floods that hit northeastern Romania at the end of last week. Forty-one houses were completely destroyed, Raed Arafat, the head of the Department for Emergency Situations (DSU), announced on Friday, August 1. Three people were killed in […]
Romanian justice minister Radu Marinescu said on Thursday, July 31, that harsher penalties are being considered for violence against women and domestic violence, including the criminalization of femicide. The minister said that Romania currently has legislation that is fairly adequate, in line with European standards, for combating violence, including domestic violence. He also said that […]
Via Transilvanica, the long-distance trail that crosses the country, will apply to be the first accredited long-distance route in Romania after the government issued the methodological norms regulating the hiking trails of national interest. Tășuleasa Social, the non-profit that developed the trail, called the recently issued norms "a huge step that transforms a bold idea into...
Former prime minister and Social Democratic leader Marcel Ciolacu stated that he does not rule out a candidacy for the presidency of the Buzău County Council, after rumors to that end. PSD Buzău president Romeo Lungu had previously told journalists that discussions are underway for the former prime minister to run for the Buzău County […]
The Balneo-Physiotherapy Clinic in the Călimănești resort town, southern Romania, will undergo rehabilitation with a EUR 10 million financing from the European Union, according to representatives of the Vâlcea County Council. The project implementation period will be 24 months from the completion of the tender for the execution of the works, which include, in addition […]
Bringo, the first personal shopper-based rapid grocery delivery service in Romania, handling over 4,000 daily orders in more than 35 cities, launches a loyalty program that turns shopping into a continuous reward experience. "Beyond functional benefits like discounts, free delivery, or double refunds for SGR packaging collected right at your doorstep, Bringo YOU offers a […]
