EU's new Entry/Exit System is causing severe airport delays, threatening airline operations and tourism revenueExecutive summary: The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) has led to average waiting times exceeding two hours at border controls, causing passengers to miss flights and luggage to be left behind. These disruptions raise operational costs for airlines, inconvenience travelers, and risk reducing tourism inflows to the Schengen area. Airlines, airport authorities, EU border agencies, and travelers from within and outside the EU. Industry groups are urging the European Commission to adjust EES procedures or increase staffing, while airlines may seek compensatory measures or reroute traffic.The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) has produced average waiting times exceeding two hours at border controls, prompting passengers to miss flights and luggage to be left behind. Airlines and tourism operators have raised alarms, citing operational disruptions and potential revenue losses. The situation highlights the need for procedural adjustments or additional resources to mitigate the impact on cross‑border travel.Connected developmentsToday: SpaceX-Aktie rutscht ab: Mehr als nur ein Realitäts-Check?Renault R4 E-Tech: Mehr frische Luft für den R4Open the full case file on Beyond →
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