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2/21/25, 4:01 PM Passenger Traffic Sees 10% Growth, Reaching 147.8 Million In 2024

Passenger traffic sees 10% growth, reaching

147.8 million in 2024

Middle East / 15 days ago

ABU DHABI, (Pakistan Point News - 06th Feb, 2025) The General Civil Aviation Authority
(GCAA) announced that the UAE’s civil aviation sector achieved significant growth in 2024,

with passenger traffic increasing by 10 percent to reach 147.8 million from 134 million in
2023.

Air cargo also saw notable growth of 17.8 percent to reach 4.36 million tons compared to 3.7
million tons last year, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for air transport.
These results reflect the sector’s sustainable growth and operational efficiency, as well as its

vital role in connecting the world through the UAE.

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the GCAA, stated, "These

figures are not just growth indicators, they are a clear testament to the strength of the UAE’s
aviation sector and its key role in supporting the national economy. The sector continues to

enhance the country’s position as a global hub for air transport, trade, tourism, and
investment. This progress is a direct result of our leadership’s vision, which has laid the
foundation for a strong and competitive aviation sector that has gained significant global

confidence."

He added, "This confidence is evident in the UAE’s selection to host key events shaping the

future of aviation. In just a few days, Abu Dhabi will welcome one of the world’s largest civil
aviation gatherings, hosting the ICAO 4th Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS

2025), alongside the launch of the Global Sustainable Aviation Marketplace, an initiative by
the UAE aimed at accelerating global efforts to scale up the production of sustainable, low-
carbon aviation fuel.

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