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Help for airlines at Changi when higher airport charges kick in
Short-term relief like discounts to be rolled out on July 1, when hike in charges takes effect
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The increase in airport charges to help fund the development of the Changi East airport expansion project has been criticised by some airlines and industry groups.
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Karamjit Kaur
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Airlines facing higher charges at Changi Airport will get some temporary relief as part of an aid package to ensure that the airport remains competitive against its rivals.
The Straits Times understands that the authorities intend to roll out an aid package, which could take the form of discounts on aircraft parking and landing fees, on July 1 - the same day the higher charges kick in .
