Revenues

In March 2019, it was reported that global airport revenues grew 6.2 per cent to US$172.2 billion, comprised of 55.8 per cent aeronautical revenue, 39.9 per cent non-aeronautical and 4.3 per cent non-operating. The aeronautical means include the terminal, landing and passenger fees paid by airlines.

Money can also be made through many other aspects within an airport’s operation, for example, car parking fees, retail concessions, real estate and advertising.

Regarding non-aeronautical revenues, a large part of course lies with the duty-free shops and restaurants available in a terminal. It is recognised within the industry that a happy passenger is more likely to be a spending passenger, and so it can be argued that an airport’s revenue strongly relies on securing a high-quality passenger experience.

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The privatisation of the FAA: Does it go far enough?

22 June 2017 | By David McMillan, International Airport Review

David McMillan, the former DG of Eurocontrol, Chair of the ATM Policy Institute, argues that Trump's proposed privatisation of the ATM network is a good but improvable decision.

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Is Chinese air travel demand to Thailand improving?

22 June 2017 | By CiR, International Airport Review

It is not just the South Korean duty free and travel retail market that is suffering from a dearth of Chinese travellers – Thailand has also seen falling traffic...

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Top 20 airports by passenger growth | 20 years of International Airport Review

21 June 2017 | By International Airport Review

Ever wondered which airport is currently the fastest growing in the world? How many of the world’s top 20 are situated in Asia? Find out in our latest instalment of the anniversary series…

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Exclusive: Heathrow on expansion and the digital revolution

20 June 2017 | By International Airport Review, Jonathan Coen | Customer Relations and Service Director | Heathrow Airport

International Airport review speaks exclusively to Heathrow's Jonathan Coen about finding ways to ensure passenger satisfaction in the digital age.

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Personalising ancillary sales all the way through to mPOS

20 June 2017 | By Simon Pont | CEO | ECR Retail Systems

Personalisation and passenger experience are key. Here's an analysis as to whether the ancillary payment processes in place are fit for purpose...

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Brexit: Sleep-walking towards disaster for aviation | Chris Chalk

15 June 2017 | By Chris Chalk | Mott MacDonald

Chris Chalk*, speaking as a member of the British Aviation Group (BAG), offers an analysis of the potentially devastating impact of Brexit on both the UK and the European aviation networks.

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ACI Europe Best Airport Award winners for 2017 announced

15 June 2017 | By Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, International Airport Review

The 13th Annual ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards were announced last night during the Gala Dinner of the 27th ACI EUROPE General Assembly, Congress & Exhibition, hosted by Groupe ADP.

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Dr Michael Kerkloh elected to lead European airport association

15 June 2017 | By International Airport Review

During the 27th ACI EUROPE Annual Assembly meeting, Dr Michael Kerkloh, President & CEO of Munich Airport was elected to lead the organisation as President.

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European airport industry chief spells out views on security, Brexit and more

13 June 2017 | By International Airport Review

International Airport Review LIVE from ACI Europe's General Assembly 2017: Augustin de Romanet, President of ACI EUROPE and President & CEO of Groupe ADP outlines current challenges in Europe.

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International Airport Review live from ACI Europe’s General Assembly 2017

13 June 2017 | By Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, International Airport Review

ACI Europe addresses the state of the airport industry with a focus on the immediate and longer-term outlook for its 500-strong airport membership spanning 45 countries.

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What future does European aviation face?

13 June 2017 | By Henrik Hololei | Director-General for Mobility and Transport | European Comission

Director-General for Mobility and Transport Henrik Hololei discusses the impact of Brexit, the need for progress on the Single European Sky project and what the future holds for European aviation.

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ADP Ingénierie outlines a model approach to partnering with the aviation industry

12 June 2017 | By Gratien Maire | CEO | ADP Ingénierie

ADP Ingénierie, CEO, Gratien Maire offers an insight into an enhanced partnership approach with airport operations from an engineer's perspective.

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Direct payment option introduced at Lufthansa check-in counter and gate

8 June 2017 | By International Airport Review

From June 2017 onwards, customers will be able to pay with Amadeus Airport Pay for ancillary services while checking in.

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Bringing efficiency to aeronautical financial services

8 June 2017 | By Giorgio Camilleri | Manager Product Development | IATA

Giorgio Camilleri, Manager, Product Development, with the International Air Transport Association describes how aeronautical financial services can maximise their efficiency.

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Jamie Oliver brings flagship restaurant The Diner to Gatwick

7 June 2017 | By International Airport Review

The second ever Jamie Oliver’s The Diner to open at Gatwick Airport, a homage to great American comfort food.