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10 May 2017
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Board Directors Elected Airport Carbon Accredited Airports in Asia-Pacific Reached New Highs February 2017: Passengers up 5% and 8% respectively in Asia-Pacific and Middle East Airports Bengaluru Airport Clocks Another Milestone in Its Sustainability Journey Farewell to Soonil Hwang, Secondee from Incheon Airport
Industry News Australia Adelaide Airport Adelaide Airport records 8.6% growth in international passengers for Q3 FY17 Sydney Airport Sydney Airport introduces indoor Google Maps at terminals
Hong Kong, China Hong Kong International Airport HKIA Records Significant Growth in Cargo Throughput in March
Japan Narita International Airport Corporation A new service facility on the arrival level in Terminal 1 to improve inbound customer convenience Kansai Airports Japanese and Taiwanese Rail and Airport Operating Companies Form Partnership
Jordan Airport International Group Queen Alia International Airport Registers Increase in Passenger Traffic during Q1 2017
Malaysia Kuala Lumpur International Airport KLIA2 Received Its 88 Millionth Passenger 2
New Zealand Auckland International Airport North American visitor growth to continue Wellington International Airport Wellington Airport Bracing for Big Year
Oman Oman Airports Manangement Company Muscat International Airport Completes First Steps of New Environmental Achievement
Qatar Hamad International Airport Hamad International Airport Handles Record Number of Aircraft Movements and Cargo in March 2017
Singapore Changi Airport Tenancy for stores and restaurants fully secured for Changi Airport Terminal 4
United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi International Airport 6.15 Million Passengers used Abu Dhabi International Airport in the First Quarter of the Year Dubai Airports Passenger traffic up 29.5 per cent at Dubai World Central in Q1
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Airports Gathered in Doha for the 12th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly, Conference & Exhibition Hosted by Hamad International Airport Hosted by Qatar Hamad International Airport (HIA), the 12th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly, Conference & Exhibition was held from April 10-12, 2017 concluded with another year of record attendance. HIA and ACI AsiaPacific warmly welcomed 400 delegates representing 175 organizations from 54 countries to the event. The conference was officially opened on April 11, 2017 under the patronage of H.E Mr. Jassim Seif Ahmed Al Sulaiti, the Minister of Transport and Communications of the State of Qatar. In his welcoming remarks, he welcomed delegates to Doha for the event and stated the success of Qatar’s plan is closely related to the country’s connectivity where transportation is the prime enabler.
H.E Mr. Jassim Seif Ahmed Al Sulaiti, the Minister of Transport and Communications of the State of Qatar.
“As the Minister of Transport, I have been given the mandate to further advance Qatar’s connectivity and have therefore embarked on a large-scale investment programme to deliver critical transport projects, including thousands of kilometers of road and expressway upgrades and construction, the new Hamad Port, and a major railway system. And of course Hamad International Airport which over the past three years has established itself as a world-class hub, facilitating the expansion of our national carrier Qatar Airways which currently connects Doha with more than 150 destinations.”
“Aviation has long played a leading role in supporting local and global economies, but today airports are proving to be a key driving engine for this dynamic industry as they evolve into a fully-fledged sector, conducive to aviation expansion. To this extent, we consider Hamad International Airport as an integral part of Qatar’s long-term development strategy; and after 3 years of successful operation under the leadership of Qatar Airways, we have recently announced the corporatization of Hamad International Airport in line with international airport best practices.” “I would like to thank you for being here with us, extend my appreciation to ACI Asia-Pacific for selecting Qatar to host this prestigious event and wish this year’s conference all the success with new ideas and solutions that will further advance our industry.” He concluded. During the three-day conference, leading airport operators and aviation experts discussed some of the most critical issues, opportunities and challenges facing the aviation industry today, as well as share strategies for success. The event has also attracted a significant number of service providers exhibiting their innovative products and award-winning services.
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Representatives from Hamad International Airport and ACI officiating the opening ceremony.
Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer, Chief Operating Officer of HIA said: “We are delighted to host an event of such international calibre in Doha and welcome our industry peers to HIA. Together with ACI Asia-Pacific, we have developed the ideal platform for industry leaders to come together to discuss trends and challenges, as well as propose ideas that will make a real difference to the future of aviation. We also look forward to presenting our distinguished guests our city as a vibrant tourism and business destination, unveiling Qatar’s warm hospitality and showcasing the dynamism and success of the world’s youngest airport hub, Hamad International Airport.” Kerrie Mather, President of ACI Asia-Pacific, thanked the host and sponsors for their support. “It is most fitting for Hamad International Airport, a long-term supporter of ACI Asia-Pacific and one of the leading airports in the region, to play host to the event.” “The Asia-Pacific region is the largest and fastest-growing aviation market. Airports throughout the Asia-Pacific region are investing in and expanding their facilities to meet growing demand, while continuing to deliver a worldclass airport experience. Hamad International Airport is the best example to illustrate what other airports in the region are experiencing and what ACI has been promoting – the excellence of airport operations and management.” Commenting on how ACI is assisting airports worldwide to tackle the on-going challenges, she said, “ACI, as the association representing airports worldwide, stands firm and united in ensuring the safety and security of the travelling public, by offering a network of safe and secure airports. We have been, and will continue to work closely with our industry partners, ICAO and IATA, to develop programs and tools to help our members to achieve improvements in safety and security.”
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Right to left: Howard Eng, Andrew O'Brian, John Defterios – CNN Abu Dhabi, Kerrie Mather, Fred Lam and Patti Chau
A Leaders’ Forum was held on April 11 where airport chiefs of some of the world’s busiest and largest airports discussed “What Defines a Best Airport”. Session speakers included Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer, COO of Hamad International Airport; Kerrie Mather, Managing Director & CEO, Sydney Airport and President of ACI Asia-Pacific; Declan Collier, CEO, London City Airport and Chair of ACI World; Andrew O'Brian, President & CEO, Corporación Quiport, Quito International Airport; Howard Eng, President and CEO, Great Toronto Airports Authority and Fred Lam, CEO, Airport Authority Hong Kong. Mohamed Khalifa Rahma, Regional Director of ICAO Middle East Office (left), delivered a special address on “Air Transport Outlook in the Middle East” with reference to the latest initiatives at ICAO Middle East.
The conference also featured a discussion session - Aviation Talks, a half day event dedicated to the Middle Eastern airports. Participants were engaged in thought-provoking discussions on how airports in the region plan for future growth.
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Kerrie Mather, President of ACI Asia-Pacific presented an appreciation plaque to Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer, COO of Hamad International Airport.
At the closing ceremony, Kenichi Fukaya, Senior Executive Advisor and Futoshi Osada, Executive Vice President of Narita International Airport received the event flag from Abdulaziz Al Mass, Vice President Commercial and Marketing of HIA.
Narita International Airport hosted the Farewell Reception on April 12, 2017 as they will be hosting the next ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly, Conference and Exhibition in Narita, Japan from April 23 – 25, 2018. For further details about the next Assembly, please visit ACI Asia-Pacific website at www.aci-asiapac.aero.
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Two Resolutions Adopted and Board Directors Elected
The 12th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly was held on April 11, 2017. Two resolutions were unanimously adopted by the ACI Asia-Pacific members: • •
Call for mutual support within airport community Call for airports to consider strengthening landside security
Mrs. Patti Chau, Regional Director said, “At the 12th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly, we called upon members to provide mutual support within the airport community by taking part in ACI APEX in Safety and Security programs and make use of ACI training courses and seminars as we work together towards long-term sustainability and growth of the air transport industry. Through this resolution, we wish to provide a positive response to ICAO’s No Country Left Behind campaign and remind our members of the ACI services available. The second resolution called upon our members to consider enhancing landside security, through practical and common-sense approaches.” The ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly also elected 13 Regional Board Directors for a three-year term. Re-elected for three-year term: • Sulaiman ABIDIN (Yangon, Myanmar) • Ali Salim AL MIDFA (Sharjah, United Arab Emirates) • Derun LI (Shanghai, China) • Xue Song LIU (Beijing, China) • Pedro Roy MARTINEZ (Guam) • A Chandrakumaran NAIR (Cochin, India) • Sasisubha SUKONTASAP (Thailand) • Il-Hwan SUNG (Korea) • Dar-jen TSENG (Taoyuan, Chinese Taipei) Elected for three-year term: • Turki Abdullah AL-JAWINI (Saudi Arabia) • Gholam Hossain BAGHERIAN (Iran) • Eric DELOBEL (Cambodia) • Greg FORDHAM (Airbiz, representing World Business Partners)
Commenting on the elections, Mrs. Chau said “I wish to congratulate all elected members of the Board. Together with our President, we look forward to working closely with our Board in strengthening ACI Asia-Pacific’s role in representing our airport members in the region and acting as the voice of the Asia-Pacific Airports. I am confident that this new Board composition will bring new insights to the development of the airport industry in the Asia-Pacific Region.”
Airport Carbon Accredited Airports in Asia-Pacific Reached New Highs 8
Airports in Asia-Pacific are committed to sustainable growth as proven by the number of airport carbon accredited airports reached new highs at 38. The region also welcomed another two carbon neutral airports recently: Kempegowda International Airport in India, and the first carbon neutral airport in Australia, Sunshine Coast Airport. An Airport Carbon Accreditation Certificate Presentation ceremony was held alongside the 12th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly in Doha. 11 airports recently accredited or upgraded under the programme were presented with Airport Carbon Accreditation certificates to recognize their initiatives and achievements in carbon reduction. These 11 airports were :
Level 3+, Neutrality: • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, India • Sunshine Coast Airport, Australia Level 3, Optimization: • Hamad International Airport, Qatar • Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand • Sydney Airport, Australia Level 2, Reduction: • Kansai International Airport, Japan • Osaka International Airport, Japan Level 1, Mapping: • Beijing Capital International Airport, China • Gold Coast Airport, Australia • Muscat International Airport, Oman • Nadi International Airport, Fiji Mrs. Patti Chau, Regional Director of ACI Asia-Pacific said, “Airports in our region have made remarkable progress in their journey towards carbon neutrality. Last September we welcomed our very first carbon neutral airport and in just a few months, we welcomed another four carbon neutral airports. We are proud of the 38 Asia-Pacific carbon accredited airports; these airports account for about 30% of air passenger traffic in Asia-Pacific. Going forward, we will continue to encourage airports to establish targets on carbon emissions reduction and work with our members to achieve sustainable growth and join the 183 airports worldwide in becoming Airport Carbon Accredited airports.”
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11 Airports recently accredited or upgraded under the programme were presented with Airport Carbon Accreditation certificates at the 12 th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly, Conference & Exhibition.
The 38 Asia-Pacific airports currently certified by the programme are as follows: Level 3+, Neutrality • Indira Gandhi International Airport, India • Kempegowda International Airport, India • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, India • Sunshine Coast Airport, Australia Level 3, Optimisation • Adelaide Airport, Australia • Brisbane International Airport, Australia • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, India • Gimpo International Airport, Republic of Korea • Hamad International Airport, Qatar • Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong • Incheon Airport, Republic of Korea • Kaohsiung International Airport, Chinese Taipei • Parafield Airport, Australia • Queen Alia International Airport, Jordan • Suvarnabumi Airport, Thailand • Sydney Airport, Australia Level 2, Reduction • Chiang Mai International Airport, Thailand • Don Mueang International Airport, Thailand • Dubai International, United Arab Emirates • Dubai World Central, United Arab Emirates • Hat Yai International Airport, Thailand • Kansai International Airport, Japan • Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia • Macau International Airport, Macau • Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport, Thailand • Osaka International Airport, Japan 10
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Sharjah International Airport, United Arab Emirates Taoyuan International Airport, Chinese Taipei
Level 1, Mapping • Abu Dhabi International Airport, United Arab Emirates • Bahrain International Airport, Bahrain • Beijing Capital International Airport, China • Gold Coast Airport, Australia • Hobart International Airport, Australia • Muscat International Airport, Oman • Nadi International Airport, Fiji • Phnom Penh International Airport, Cambodia • Siem Reap International Airport, Cambodia • Sihanoukville International Airport, Cambodia For more information about Airport Carbon Accreditation, visit http://www.airportcarbonaccreditation.org.
February 2017: Passengers up 5% and 8% respectively in Asia-Pacific and Middle East Airports
In February 2017, average passenger traffic across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East grew by +5.1% and +8.3% respectively from the same period last year. This year-over-year traffic growth was however slightly distorted by the timing of Chinese New Year that fell in January last year; and the fact that 2016 was a leap year. India continued to generate the highest growth rate in the Asia-Pacific region, backed by robust domestic passenger travel. However, the pace of increase in domestic passenger traffic may be moderating, as average growth in February 2017 was below 20% for the first time since June 2016 even after considering the leap year effect. Despite that, many airports continued to generate significant growth in the month: Calcutta (CCU) +25.1%, Hyderabad (HYD) +23.6%, Goa (GOI) +22.8%. Impacted by the timing of Chinese New Year, passenger traffic growth in February 2017 was modest in the Greater China region. Tianjin (TSN) recorded the highest growth in China at +17.8%, followed by Kunming (KMG) +13.2%. Elsewhere in the region, Seoul Incheon (ICN) gained +10.9%. In the Middle East, passenger traffic growth maintained strength, though at a slower pace. Dubai (DXB), the largest hub in the region, grew +8.8% from last year while Muscat (MCT) and Doha (DOH) led the Middle East growing at +16.5% and +10.9% respectively. In terms of air freight, Asia-Pacific grew +14.5% while the Middle East grew +4.6% in February 2017. The substantial uptick in the Asia-Pacific was attributed to factories resuming operations after Chinese New Year. The top three freight hubs: Hong Kong (HKG) +14.1%, Shanghai Pudong (PVG) +20.8%, and Seoul Incheon (ICN) +17% all reported substantial gains. On the other hand, growth of air freight in the Middle East appeared to be easing as carriers are slowing down in network expansion. Many freight hubs suffered a decline in February 2017 with the exception of Doha (DOH) recording outstanding increase of +24.5%. TABLE 1: Airports reporting highest preliminary year-on-year traffic growth rates in February 2017
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Top 3 airports by size category2 Passenger > 40M
25M to 40M
15M to 25M
Freight 5M to 15M
Xiamen (XMN) +4.5% Nanjing (NKG) +3.4%
Osaka Itami (ITM) +3.2%
Hong Kong (HKG) +14.1%
+8.8%
Manila (MNL) +1% Tokyo Narita (NRT) +3.7%
Muscat (MCT) +16.5%
Tokyo Haneda (HND) -1%
Doha (DOH) +10.9%
Abu Dhabi (AUH) +2.5%
Kuwait (KWI) +11.9%
Shanghai Pudong (PVG) +20.8% Seoul Incheon (ICN) +17%
Beijing (PEK) +6.7% Dubai (DXB)
Note : 1. ACI preliminary passenger and freight statistics are based on a significant sample of airports that provide regular monthly reports to ACI. They represent approximately 60% of total passenger traffic and 70% of total freight traffic worldwide. Commentary, tables and charts are based on preliminary data submitted by participating airports and are therefore subject to change. 2. Size categories refer to the annual passenger traffic (in the last 12 months)
Bengaluru Airport Clocks Another Milestone in Its Sustainability Journey
Airport recognised by Airports Council International for its effort to manage and reduce carbon emissions, creating a path for sustainable development Marking another milestone in the Company’s environmental initiatives, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) announced that the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme has upgraded Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport) to “Level 3+ Neutrality”, which is the highest level of environmental achievement available to airports. BIAL is only the fourth airport in the Asia-Pacific region to achieve this level of certification. Carbon neutrality occurs when the net carbon emissions over an entire year are zero, or when the airport absorbs or offsets the same amount of emission that was generated. This achievement is accredited by Airport Council International (ACI) under Airport Carbon Accreditation that monitors the efforts of airports to manage and reduce their carbon emissions. As an environmentally-conscientious corporate, BIAL’s approach to sustainability incorporates understanding and 12
learning from experience, and has progressively developed capabilities to respond accordingly to industry best practices. BIAL worked in collaboration with its partners within the eco-system to improve/reduce energy requirements. The Level 3+ certification was received in recognition of a series of green initiatives adopted by BIAL, over a period of time that include energy conservation programmes, installation of onsite solar power generation, monitoring air quality, water management and energy management. Since 2008, BLR Airport has achieved 57 % reduction in carbon emissions on a per passenger basis as well as an overall 42% percent reduction in energy costs. Currently, the airport serves over 22 million passengers, annually. “We have once again demonstrated our passion and commitment towards fostering and promoting ecological sustainability. This achievement validates our commitment to serving the community with a holistic approach to sustainability. Today, we are not just recognised as a successful airport, but one that has achieved its success in a responsible and sustainable manner. This certification stands testimony to our efforts towards building an energy efficient green airport.” said Mr. Hari Marar, President – Airport Operations, BIAL. Other key green initiatives at the BLR Airport include • • • • • • • • • • •
Use of alternative fuel , Biodiesel, battery operated vehicles Implementation of rain water harvesting and ground recharge Conversion of conventional lighting to LED Adoption of sensor based lighting Water conservation through the installation of low flow fixtures, water less urinals, E-toilets , Development of surface wells, Reuse of dismantled bituminous materials Use of natural day lighting in Terminal 100% recycling of liquid waste used in irrigation, firefighting and HVAC Elimination of paper cups in terminal using water fountains Elimination of plastic bags, substituted with jute bags Scientific processing and recycling of solid waste
The Airport Carbon Accreditation programme provides a unique common framework and tool for active carbon management at airports with measurable results. It covers the operational activities that contribute most to carbon emissions. It is site-specific and can be used at any airport as part of its daily environmental management activity and long term strategy as it helps to guide and support airport environmental management through a process of continual improvement and partnership with its airport stakeholders. BIAL set up a system to measure and monitor the carbon footprint at the airport in accordance with Airport Carbon Accreditation. According to the requirements of the certification process, all data was verified by DNV GL. BIAL received an Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 3 ‘Optimization’ certificate in October 2013. To find out which airports are certified & their levels of certification, visit: http://www.airportcarbonaccreditation.org.
Farewell to Soonil Hwang, Secondee from Incheon Airport
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Soonil Hwang, secondee from Incheon Airport to ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Office under the ACI Asia-Pacific Secondment Program has completed his secondment in the Regional Office on April 28, 2017. Taking this opportunity, we would like to thank Soonil for his contribution and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours.
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