Newly appointed president of ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, SGK Kishore, aims to position airports as key drivers of economic growth while prioritising resilience, efficiency, and seamless passenger experiences, writes Sunil Subbaiah. CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPOINTMENT AS PRESIDENT OF ACI ASIA-PACIFIC & MIDDLE EAST. HOW DO YOU ENVISAGE YOUR LEADERSHIP SHAPING THE REGION’S AIRPORT INDUSTRY? […]
Joe Bates takes a closer look at Perth Airport’s ambitious A$5 billion investment programme and how the new facilities will help it meet rising demand. Perth Airport has delivered another bumper year for aviation with a record 16.9 million passengers passing through its terminals in 2024. A surge in international travellers and continued growth in […]
Director general, Stefano Baronci, reflects on a milestone year for aviation, a busy start to 2025, and looks forward to ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Regional Assembly, Conference and Exhibition in Delhi. The aviation industry marked a new milestone in 2024 with passenger traffic not only rebounding from the pandemic but exceeding pre-pandemic levels, signalling […]
The installation of Newcastle Airport’s first-ever aerobridge, a new baggage carousel, and key terminal finishes have signalled the final phase of a once-in-a-generation project that will redefine connectivity and economic growth for the Hunter Region forever. All are seen as key developments as the gateway prepares to officially become an international port of entry to […]
Aberdeen International Airport has unveiled ‘Hello Aberdeen’, an innovative digital assistant designed to provide instant support and improve every stage of the passenger journey. Developed in partnership with Hello Lamp Post, the tool is said to deliver real-time, personalised assistance, helping passengers access vital information and navigate the terminal with ease. Available via QR codes […]
Kansai International Airport’s fully refurbished Terminal 1 has opened to accommodate the millions of passengers expected to pass through the iconic building to attend World Expo in Osaka. The new Terminal 1 includes a 60% increase in the size of the international departure lounge and retail offerings, the introduction of innovative retail layouts based on […]
Airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions are poised to undergo extensive development, with combined investments of $240 billion dedicated to both upgrading existing facilities (brownfield projects) and building new airports (greenfield projects) between 2025 and 2035. This capital expenditure, revealed today by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), […]
Airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions are poised to undergo extensive development, with combined investments of $240 billion dedicated to both upgrading existing facilities (brownfield projects) and building new airports (greenfield projects) between 2025 and 2035. This capital expenditure, revealed today by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), […]
Kansai International Airport’s fully refurbished Terminal 1 has opened to accommodate the millions of passengers expected to pass through the iconic building to attend World Expo in Osaka. The new Terminal 1 includes a 60% increase in the size of the international departure lounge and retail offerings, the introduction of innovative retail layouts based on […]
The airport construction boom in the US will provide plenty of opportunities for airport contractors this year, writes Mary Scott Nabers. Airport officials across the US will be busy during 2025, not only with airlines and the passengers they serve, but also because hundreds of large construction projects are currently in the planning phases, with […]
We find out more about the current growth trajectory of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is India’s busiest and best-connected gateway, handling close to 80 million passengers annually and non-stop services to 150 destinations across the globe. Operated by GMR Airports Limited-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), last year’s […]
Dnata has reached a significant milestone, handling over one million tonnes of cargo in Dubai between April 2024 and March 2025 – the highest volume ever processed by the company in a 12-month period. The record reflects a 30% year-on-year increase, driven by rising freight volumes at both both Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al […]