Airports In Asia, Middle East Gear Up For 7% Traffic Surge

16 May 2025 CW Team

This decision was made during the 2nd ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly of Airport Members held in New Delhi. The resolution marks a united commitment to future-ready, climate-conscious airport development in a region that accounts for 58 per cent of the global aviation market and hosts nine of the ten fastest-growing aviation economies.

Acknowledging the essential role of airports in regional connectivity, trade, and economic development, the assembly called for infrastructure expansion aligned with long-term environmental and financial sustainability. Key measures include modernising airport slot allocation systems to improve operational efficiency, mitigate congestion, and reduce delays.

The resolution also emphasises collaboration in traffic management through systems such as Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) and cross-border Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM), designed to cut fuel use and lower emissions.

Infrastructure expansion will prioritise climate resilience and digital integration, with plans for smart terminals, green buildings, and renewable energy use. To ensure financial viability, the resolution advocates for diverse funding models, including public-private partnerships and institutional investments.

Airport authorities are urging governments to adopt progressive regulatory frameworks that promote innovation and consumer-centric development. The resolution underlines the need for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), zero-emission operations, and disaster-resilient design in all future projects.

A strong emphasis has also been placed on collaboration across the aviation ecosystem. The resolution calls for greater coordination among airports, airlines, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure growth is inclusive and aligned with global climate goals. Leadership from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East stated that with the region driving global aviation growth, building sustainable and efficient airport infrastructure is crucial.

This resolution signals a shift towards viewing airports not just as transit points, but as climate-resilient, digitally connected engines of mobility and growth. The move positions the region to lead in sustainable aviation, ensuring that expansion balances efficiency with ecological and social responsibility.

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Airports across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East are preparing for a major upsurge in air travel, with passenger volumes expected to grow by nearly 7 per cent annually over the next 25 years. In response, regional airport stakeholders have adopted a collective resolution focused on sustainable infrastructure upgrades and capacity optimisation.This decision was made during the 2nd ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly of Airport Members held in New Delhi. The resolution marks a united commitment to future-ready, climate-conscious airport development in a region that accounts for 58 per cent of the global aviation market and hosts nine of the ten fastest-growing aviation economies.Acknowledging the essential role of airports in regional connectivity, trade, and economic development, the assembly called for infrastructure expansion aligned with long-term environmental and financial sustainability. Key measures include modernising airport slot allocation systems to improve operational efficiency, mitigate congestion, and reduce delays.The resolution also emphasises collaboration in traffic management through systems such as Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) and cross-border Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM), designed to cut fuel use and lower emissions.Infrastructure expansion will prioritise climate resilience and digital integration, with plans for smart terminals, green buildings, and renewable energy use. To ensure financial viability, the resolution advocates for diverse funding models, including public-private partnerships and institutional investments.Airport authorities are urging governments to adopt progressive regulatory frameworks that promote innovation and consumer-centric development. The resolution underlines the need for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), zero-emission operations, and disaster-resilient design in all future projects.A strong emphasis has also been placed on collaboration across the aviation ecosystem. The resolution calls for greater coordination among airports, airlines, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure growth is inclusive and aligned with global climate goals. Leadership from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East stated that with the region driving global aviation growth, building sustainable and efficient airport infrastructure is crucial.This resolution signals a shift towards viewing airports not just as transit points, but as climate-resilient, digitally connected engines of mobility and growth. The move positions the region to lead in sustainable aviation, ensuring that expansion balances efficiency with ecological and social responsibility.

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