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of airports plan ‘at least moderate’ investment in their organization, with 44 percent
planning to invest ‘aggressively’ over the coming 12 months, noted Amadeus which, in
collaboration with Opinium Research, conducted the Travel Technology Investment Trends
2024.

Airports are investing more in technology to improve operations, customer experience,
cybersecurity, and sustainability. The airport technologies market size is projected to reach
US$13.99 billion mark in 2025.

The airport digitization market alone is projected to grow to US$27.44 billion by 2030. The
report revealed that nearly all airports surveyed either offer or plan to offer biometrics at
key touch points such as check-in, bag drop, security, lounge access, and boarding.

According to the survey, 92 percent of respondents see value in providing flexible
passenger services from locations beyond the typical fixed check-in and bag drop counter.
Airports are enthusiastic about the potential of serving passengers at new locations
around the terminal, with 52 percent expressing interest.

Airports see significant potential in offering flexible baggage services from a variety of
locations, enhancing the overall passenger experience.
About 52 percent of airports reported more disruption than before the pandemic, and 76
percent of airports confirmed that sustainability objectives are important drivers of
technology investment.

More than three-quarters of airports are either already investing in or planning to invest in
technologies aimed at improving sustainability.

Key areas of investment include moving passenger and operational systems to energy-
efficient cloud computing, optimizing aircraft departure sequences to reduce fuel burn,
and implementing data analytics to power down unused airport resources.
It noted: “The airport sector is undergoing digital transformation as inflexible legacy
technology is gradually replaced by cloud-native systems that connect more easily from
anywhere.
A substantial slice of the fast pace and progress of airport technology and innovation, and
a look into the future, will be showcased and discussed at the 24th edition of the Airport
Show, the world’s largest B2B platform for the airport industry, to be held at the Dubai
World Trade Centre from May 6 to 8.
The exhibition will offer unparalleled networking and business opportunities for the
airport industry players from the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, with the participation
of over 160 exhibitors from over 20 countries.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with participants from different national
pavilions and connect with numerous representatives the through the renowned Business
Connect Programme.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation
Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline
and Group, and Patron of Airport Show, remarked: “Airports are vital connectors and
economic engines for communities and countries. By 2040, airports in the Middle East will
handle 1.1 billion passengers. Airports across the region are also modernizing and
expanding to meet growing demand. The Airport Show has remained a vital stage for
business growth and expansion in the airport industry.”

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