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Royal Schiphol Group is constantly working on making its airports and the aviation sector more sustainable.

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Award for autonomous robot mowers

23 September

14 September

From PFAS-contaminated soil to reusable sand

The PFAS soil treatment facility next to the Zwanenburgbaan Runway was officially opened on 10 September. After years of research, testing, consultation with the local community and preparation, this marks an important milestone.

10 September

New departure procedure on Pier D

It’s a small change with a big impact. Thanks to a new departure procedure at Pier D, employees working on the apron are now exposed to fewer aircraft emissions.

3 September

TaxiBot increasingly visible at Schiphol

You might have already seen it on your way to the Polderbaan Runway: the TaxiBot. What began as a trial is gradually becoming a more prominent part of day-to-day operations at Schiphol. This brings us ever closer to more sustainable taxiing.

TaxiBot at Schiphol © Jens van Houwelingen

4 June

Schiphol takes part in electric cargo plane test

On 29 May 2026, Schiphol took part in the first test flights in the Netherlands featuring a fully electric cargo aircraft, the BETA ALIA CX300. The test flights were organised by e-Smart Avia and all the other parties involved.

2 June

Electric TaxiBot starts operating at Schiphol

Since May 2026, together with easyJet, Airbus and Menzies, we have been deploying the world’s first electric TaxiBot. To continue efforts toward cleaner and more sustainable taxiing.

22 May

Hidden nature at Schiphol: from orchids to weasels

Did you know that all kinds of special plants and animals live at Schiphol? Biodiversity is important for Schiphol. We want to support nature at and around the airport because a healthy ecosystem contributes to a better living environment.