Swiss police deploy special border-control powers as WEF 2026 opens in Davos
Record influx of 3,000+ leaders to Davos creates busiest travel week in Swiss history
‘House of Switzerland’ returns to Davos – CHF 130,000 deal secures networking hub for international partners
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Zurich Airport Smashes Pre-Covid Record with 32.6 Million Passengers in 2025
Passenger statistics published on 17 January reveal that Zurich Airport processed 32.6 million travellers in 2025, eclipsing its 2019 peak. Robust trans-Atlantic corporate demand, strong leisure flows and the return of Gulf and Asian carriers drove the 4.5 % year-on-year growth. More seats and slightly lower fares will ease corporate travel planning, but ongoing construction works may lengthen dwell times until late 2026.
Private-Jet Traffic Soars as Global Elite Fly in for Davos WEF 2026
More than 150 business jets landed in Switzerland ahead of the 19–23 January World Economic Forum, adding about 1,000 extra movements at Zurich Airport and straining slots at Engadin. Security restrictions and sustainability concerns complicate logistics, while late bookers face sold-out helicopter transfers and tighter commercial seat availability.
WEF 2026 Security Lockdown: 5,000 Soldiers, Controlled Airspace and Airport-Style Checks in Davos
The opening day of WEF 2026 sees Davos under a full security lockdown: 5,000 troops, restricted airspace, anti-aircraft positions and airport-style screening at every venue. Mobility consequences range from road convoys and rail ID checks to stringent drone bans and special airport slots, requiring meticulous planning from corporate travel and logistics teams.
Zurich Airport Extends Visitor-Terrace Hours and Launches Apron Photo Tours for WEF Week
To manage the influx of VIP aircraft during WEF 2026, Zurich Airport will keep its Dock B terrace open 08:00–20:00 from 17–23 January and run escorted apron photo tours. The programme helps disperse plane-spotters, raises ancillary revenue and signals that popular morning departure slots will be scarce; corporate travellers should book flexible tickets or consider secondary airports.