The 23rd edition of Airport Show kicks off at Dubai World Trade Centre
The Airport Show is the world’s largest annual event dedicated to the airport industry in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia.
The event kicked off today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), running until May 16, 2024.
The show features four co-located events including:
- The Air Traffic Control Forum
- Airport Security Middle East
- Global Airport Leaders’ Forum
- Women in Aviation Middle East Conference.
While it brings together over 150 exhibitors from more than 20 countries, as well as 6,000 aviation professionals.
Key highlights:
- Over 150 exhibitors from 20+ countries:
The show features a wide range of exhibitors showcasing the latest airport products, technologies, and services. - Four co-located events:
In addition to the main exhibition, the show also features four co-located events that address key industry topics.
Such as air traffic control, airport security, airport leadership, and women in aviation. - 6,000+ aviation professionals:
The show is going to attract over 6,000 aviation professionals from around the world, providing ample opportunities for networking and business development.
Industry outlook for 2024 and beyond:
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects 2024 to be a “landmark year for the recovery of global passenger traffic.”
Passenger traffic will reach 9.4 billion passengers, surpassing the 2019 record of 9.2 billion passengers.
The General Authority of Civil Aviation issued a protocol to enhance air safety, which aims to provide flexibility in dealing with infectious diseases, and serves efforts to combat the spread of diseases during air travel. pic.twitter.com/0O5UQpRU1o
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While international passenger traffic is going to grow to 4.4 billion international passengers by 2026.
Air traffic movements are also expected to grow to 111.6 million by 2026, with airports worldwide expected to handle 153.8 million flights by 2041.
Overall, the Airport Show 2024 will be an attractive event for anyone involved in the airport industry.
The show is a unique platform to network with industry leaders, learn about the latest trends and technologies, and explore new business opportunities.
