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2/21/24, 10:48 AM Dubai to host the world’s largest airport industry show - GulfToday

The Middle East’s airports are set to handle 1.1 billion passengers by 2040, more than double
the 2019 figure of 405 million passengers. They will be required to invest around $151 billion
in capacity expansion. The region, with over 110 airports, is among the fastest-growing
aviation markets in the world.

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Airport developers, officials, and suppliers worldwide will reach Dubai in mid-May 2024 to
participate in the world’s largest annual event dedicated to the airport industry. The 23rd
edition of the three-day B2B event at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the Middle
East’s leading exhibition and convention venue, will have more than 150 exhibitors from more
than 20 countries and 7,500 visitors from over 30 countries attending. The Airport Show will
have co-located events - ATC Forum, Airport Security Middle East, and the 11th edition of the
Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF).

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority,
Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group,
and Patron of Airport Show said, “The business event will provide the industry professionals
from Middle East, South Asia, and Africa region, the opportunity to see innovations in airport
sustainability, digitalisation, and urban air mobility.”

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