Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport

Creative Realities Partners with Departure Media Airport Advertising to Enhance Traveler Experience at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

With a focus on enhancing the traveler experience through innovative technology-driven advertising solutions, Departure Media operates in 14 airports nationwide, including CVG and, most recently, Kansas City International Airport.

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  • With a focus on enhancing the traveler experience through innovative technology-driven advertising solutions, Departure Media operates in 14 airports nationwide, including CVG and, most recently, Kansas City International Airport.
  • Departure Media has been a valued partner of Creative Realities for the past eight years.
  • "We're excited to continue providing digital signage solutions in our successful partnership with Departure Media,” said Rick Mills, CEO of Creative Realities.
  • By leveraging the latest in digital signage technology and creative media placement solutions, the two companies are setting a new standard for airport advertising.

Finalists Named in IDC Government Insights' Seventh Annual Smart Cities North America Awards

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Monday, February 26, 2024

IDC Government Insights named finalists this week in the seventh annual Smart Cities North America Awards (SCNAA).

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  • IDC Government Insights named finalists this week in the seventh annual Smart Cities North America Awards (SCNAA).
  • The awards were designed to recognize the progress North American municipalities have made in executing Smart Cities projects, as well as provide a forum for sharing best practices to help accelerate Smart City development in the region.
  • As the next step in the nomination process, IDC invites the public to vote on the named finalists at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCNAA24 .
  • Winners will be announced March 27th and honored at Smart Cities Connect being held May 7-10 in Raleigh, NC.

DHL-CVG TEAMSTERS RATIFY CONTRACT BY 98%

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a 12-day unfair labor practice strike that saw picket lines extended nationwide, 1,100 DHL ramp and tug workers of Teamsters Local 100 at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) have ratified their first contract with the logistics giant by a 98 percent margin.

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  • But the executives didn't win — workers did, and now they've got a powerful Teamsters contract to prove it," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien.
  • Throughout this fight, Teamsters at DHL-CVG stood strong and remained determined to secure an outstanding contract they can call their own."
  • "This collective bargaining agreement shows once again that when Teamsters fight, Teamsters win," said Teamsters General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman.
  • "The new contract at CVG and the resolve of Teamsters across the country exemplify the power of collective action.

TEAMSTERS REACH TENTATIVE AGREEMENT AT DHL-CVG TO END 12-DAY STRIKE

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a 12-day unfair labor practice strike that united thousands of Teamsters in nationwide picket line extensions, the Teamsters Union has reached a tentative agreement with DHL Express to bring all members back to work. The agreement protects 1,100 ramp and tug workers of Teamsters Local 100 at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) who were forced out on strike on Dec. 7.

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  • The agreement protects 1,100 ramp and tug workers of Teamsters Local 100 at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) who were forced out on strike on Dec. 7.
  • "'Teamsters don't cross picket lines' isn't just a saying — it means something in our union, and it works.
  • As strike action continued, Teamsters representatives kept the pressure on DHL to negotiate around the clock to reach the tentative agreement.
  • The final tentative agreement will be presented to Local 100 members at CVG for a ratification vote as soon as possible.

TEAMSTERS EXPAND DHL-CVG STRIKE OVER UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICES

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

HERBON, Ky., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 100 on strike against DHL Express at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) have expanded their picket lines to numerous locations nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • On December 7, DHL walked away from the bargaining table in an attempt to slow-walk negotiations until January, leaving Local 100 with no choice but to launch an unfair labor practice strike over the holiday season.
  • "Our unfair labor practice strike was necessary because DHL treats us like we are pieces of equipment.
  • 1,100 DHL Teamsters working at CVG are fighting for similar standards and the same safe working conditions enjoyed by other DHL Teamsters nationwide.
  • Instead of playing games, I strongly recommend that DHL rectify their unfair labor practices, return to the bargaining table, and begin negotiating with us in good faith immediately."

TEAMSTERS STRIKE DHL OVER UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICES, STALLED CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,100 DHL Express Teamsters at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) went on strike today to protest unfair labor practices and demand the company negotiate a fair contract.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,100 DHL Express Teamsters at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) went on strike today to protest unfair labor practices and demand the company negotiate a fair contract.
  • The union has filed numerous unfair labor practices with the National Labor Relations Board during and since the organizing campaign, including for DHL's retaliation against pro-union workers.
  • The General Executive Board of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters recently authorized an increase in strike benefits for DHL-CVG workers.
  • The Teamsters have been in negotiations with DHL since July for a first union contract at CVG.

TEAMSTERS AUTHORIZE STRIKE AT DHL

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Sunday, December 3, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Teamsters at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Teamsters at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike.
  • The vote allows the DHL Teamsters Negotiating Committee to call a work stoppage at any time should DHL fail to remedy its behavior and come to terms on a fair contract covering 1,100 ramp and tug workers.
  • The Teamsters Negotiating Committee has been bargaining with DHL since July, seeking a first contract that includes improved pay and working conditions.
  • The General Executive Board of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters recently authorized an increase in strike benefits for DHL-CVG workers should strike action become necessary.

Atlas Air Worldwide Announces New Corporate Headquarters in White Plains, New York

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Air Worldwide [“Atlas” or the “Company”], a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services, today announced that its new corporate headquarters will be located in White Plains, New York, signifying the Company’s ongoing commitment to operations within New York State.

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  • PURCHASE, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Air Worldwide [“Atlas” or the “Company”], a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services, today announced that its new corporate headquarters will be located in White Plains, New York, signifying the Company’s ongoing commitment to operations within New York State.
  • The Company expects to move from its current headquarters in Purchase, New York in January 2024.
  • “Atlas is excited to continue our ties to New York, which is an important part of our global network as we support our customers around the world,” said Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide.
  • “I am pleased that Atlas will continue operation of its headquarters here in New York, which will create good paying local jobs and boost the economy.

SP Plus Corporation Launches its AeroParker Online Booking Reservation System at Airports in Illinois, Kentucky, South Dakota, and Texas

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

In Texas, SP+ launched AeroParker at the Park Air Express Valet Parking operation, at El Paso International Airport (ELP).

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  • In Texas, SP+ launched AeroParker at the Park Air Express Valet Parking operation, at El Paso International Airport (ELP).
  • These four new wins by AeroParker demonstrate SP+’s success in cross-selling AeroParker to existing clients where SP+ provides operational services.
  • "Through the launch of our AeroParker reservation system at these regional airports, which collectively handle millions of passengers each year, we are proud to enable them with a user-friendly, online pre-booking reservation system," said Alan Daring, VP Business Development, AeroParker.
  • "SP+ also provides operational services at these airports, and now with the addition of AeroParker technology, SP+ is instrumental in providing passengers an enhanced and efficient experience at the airport.

BIRD - Israel-U.S. Binational Industrial R&D Foundation, to Invest $3.85M in Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Projects

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- While the cybersecurity industry experienced record-breaking investments and continuous growth in recent years, most cyber companies have focused on developing solutions for banking and insurance companies, defense, eCommerce, and other verticals with generous budgets. Yet, cybersecurity requirements on the national level are growing at a rate faster than industry can support. Many companies, utilities, and small and medium-size ports and airports, have a constant need to adopt such enhanced cybersecurity solutions, though they must keep pace with the increasing number and complexity of requirements.

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  • The BIRD Foundation's Board of Governors recently approved funding for four joint cybersecurity projects submitted by U.S. and Israeli companies in response to the first BIRD Cyber solicitation.
  • In addition to the BIRD grants, the projects will leverage private-sector funding, boosting the total value of the projects to approximately $10 million.
  • "We are proud to partner with DHS to develop cutting-edge solutions for small and medium-sized businesses and critical infrastructure cybersecurity.
  • The BIRD Cyber program advances the U.S.-Israeli partnership through cyber innovation and collaboration, to build a more secure and resilient infrastructure.