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Local Italy
16-07-2025
- Business
- Local Italy
Italy vows crackdown on airlines flouting new rules on ID checks
New rules removing ID checks for passengers flying on domestic or Schengen-area flights were introduced last week as part of plans to speed up boarding procedures and reduce waiting times at Italian airports. The new policy ended the requirement for people flying across Italy, or from Italy to another Schengen-area country, to show their passports or ID cards at the boarding gate. The border-free Schengen area includes all EU member states except Ireland and Cyprus, as well as the four members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA): Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. ID checks remained in place for all flights headed to non-Schengen countries, including the US, Canada and the UK. Though Italy's civil aviation authority (ENAC) said the new rules were 'effective immediately', passengers at multiple Italian airports have reportedly continued to face ID checks before boarding domestic or Schengen flights this week. Reports of non-compliance at Italian airports have been met with anger by ENAC, with the authority vowing to crack down on airlines and boarding operators flouting the rules. 'This is an ENAC directive; companies don't get to decide what to do,' the authority's president, Pierluigi Di Palma, told Il Corriere della Sera. Di Palma said that ENAC would conduct 'inspections' at airports around the country to ensure that carriers and boarding staff abide by the new rules. "Those who fail to comply will be punished for disregarding the authority's orders,' he added, without specifying the exact nature of the sanctions. ENAC's decision to remove ID checks on domestic and Schengen flights has drawn harsh criticism from Italian consumer groups in recent days. Codacons said it was 'completely astonished' by the new rules, voicing concerns that they may 'allow passengers to use other people's boarding passes or board a plane while concealing their true identity." Another Italian consumer group, Assoutenti, also expressed doubts over the new ID policy, citing 'an international context marked by growing concerns over security and the management of migration flows'. 'It is essential to ensure that the new practices do not compromise citizens' safety,' it added. Despite criticism from consumer associations, Di Palma has defended the new rules, stressing that they will in no way affect airport security. Air travel is a 'hyper-secure system' relying on 'safety 'filters', both visible and invisible,' he said. ENAC's chief also noted that 'nothing will change in terms of security checks', with passengers still required to go through the existing screening procedures to enter the airport's boarding area.
Local Italy
11-07-2025
- Local Italy
Italy scraps passenger ID checks for Schengen flights
Under the new rules, passengers travelling across Italy, or from Italy to another Schengen-area nation will only be asked to show their boarding passes at the gate, ENAC said on Thursday. The border-free Schengen area includes all EU member states except Ireland and Cyprus, as well as all four members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA): Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. ID checks are set to remain in place for all flights headed to non-Schengen countries, including the US, Canada and the UK. Passengers flying to Italy from abroad will also continue to be subject to the ID requirements enforced by the relevant country of departure. The new rules have already been approved by Italy's interior ministry and are effective immediately, ENAC said. Law enforcement authorities have the power to reintroduce ID checks on routes that are considered to be "sensitive to illegal immigration", the aviation authority added. ENAC president Pierluigi Di Palma told Il Corriere della Sera on Thursday that the decision to end ID checks on both domestic and Schengen flights was intended to speed up boarding procedures. "There's a lot of time wasted on bureaucracy. By removing this requirement, boarding will be faster,' he said. "Airports are secure places, and it's time to treat air travel the same as train travel." Di Palma also warned that the new rules didn't mean passengers should leave their passports or ID cards at home. Police at Italian airports will conduct random checks, and passengers found without valid ID will be 'prevented from boarding' their flights, he said. ENAC's decision to remove ID checks on domestic and Schengen flights was met with criticism by Italian consumer groups. Codacons said it was 'completely astonished' by the new rules, voicing concerns that they may 'allow passengers to use other people's boarding passes or board a plane while concealing their true identity." "We agree with ENAC on the need to streamline and simplify all boarding procedures, but the safety of air transport must come before the speed of airport operations," it added. Another Italian consumer group, Assoutenti, said it had requested "an urgent meeting' with ENAC to ensure that the new system 'doesn't compromise citizens' safety'. The absence of ID checks for passengers travelling on Schengen routes has long been in place in other EU member states, including Germany and Croatia. The new rules came as part of broader plans to speed up security checks and boarding procedures at Italian airports. Last year, Milan Linate and Catania Fontanarossa both launched a new technology known as 'Faceboarding' – a facial recognition software that allows passengers to pass through security and gate checks using only their faces.
Qatar Tribune
10-07-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Italy OKs domestic, Schengen flights with just boarding card, no ID
Rome A boarding pass will now suffice at Italian airports for boarding domestic flights and those within Europe's Schengen visa-free travel area. There is no longer a need to show ID at the gate for these flights, after the Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) changed the rules. This new procedure was introduced by ENAC and approved by the Ministry of the Interior, the daily newspaper Corriere della Sera reported on Thursday. Anyone entering the security area of an airport has already passed the usual security checks, such as metal detectors or security gates. So, anyone flying from Italy to Germany or Spain, for example, can now skip reaching for their ID at the gate. Despite the relaxation, Di Palma advises caution: Passports or identity cards should not be left at home, as anyone without a document during a check will not be allowed on board. (dpa)
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Palantir Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold on New Nuclear Deal?
Palantir (PLTR) shares remained in focus on Friday as the big data analytics firm said it had partnered with Columbia-headquartered 'The Nuclear Company.' Palantir has teamed up with TNC to develop an AI solution dubbed the Nuclear Operating System (NOS) – designed to streamline and accelerate the construction of U.S. nuclear reactors. Holiday Trading, Trade Negotiations and Other Key Things to Watch this Week Options Flow Alert: Bulls Making Their Move in GOOGL Stock Jeff Bezos Unloads $5.4B in Amazon Shares: Should You Buy or Sell AMZN Stock Now? Stop Missing Market Moves: Get the FREE Barchart Brief – your midday dose of stock movers, trending sectors, and actionable trade ideas, delivered right to your inbox. Sign Up Now! At the time of writing, Palantir stock is up more than 100% versus its year-to-date low. The TNC partnership is a strategic win for Palantir as it marks its first foray into nuclear infrastructure, expanding its artificial intelligence footprint beyond defense and commercial analytics. More importantly, the $100 million agreement aligns PLTR with U.S. energy modernization goals, especially as AI data centers drive a massive increase in electricity demand. 'The Nuclear Company' deal offers another reason to own PLTR shares since it reinforces the Palantir's relevance in national priorities and signals long-term growth potential in a sector poised for rapid expansion. Simply put, teaming up with TNC is a move that strengthens both narrative and fundamentals for Palantir. Despite Palantir's commitment to diversifying its revenue streams, Louie DiPalma – a senior William Blair analyst – recommends treading with caution on the AI stock. In his latest research note, DiPalma reiterated his 'Market Perform' rating on PLTR, citing a $200 million Department of Defense contract that it lost to OpenAI last week. According to him, the development signals rising competition that could stand in the way of PLTR stock replicating its recent outperformance moving forward. Finally, the William Blair analyst, much like many other experts, cited egregious overvaluation for taking a cautious tone on Palantir shares. Note that the big data analytics firm is trading at a forward price-to-earnings multiple of about 390x at the time of writing. DiPalma's peers at several other Wall Street firms agree with his cautious stance on Palantir stock. The consensus rating on PLTR shares also currently sits at 'Hold' only with the mean target of about $105 indicating potential downside of some 20% from current levels. On the date of publication, Wajeeh Khan did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Insider
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
AeroVironment (AVAV) Gets a Buy from William Blair
William Blair analyst Louie DiPalma maintained a Buy rating on AeroVironment (AVAV – Research Report) today. The company's shares closed today at $193.28. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter DiPalma covers the Technology sector, focusing on stocks such as Palantir Technologies, Motorola Solutions, and ViaSat. According to TipRanks, DiPalma has an average return of -8.3% and a 63.58% success rate on recommended stocks. AeroVironment has an analyst consensus of Strong Buy, with a price target consensus of $209.17.
