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IATA, CANSO and ACI launch joint runway safety initiative

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) and Airports Council International (ACI) have launched a joint initiative to reduce the risk of runway incursions. A runway incursion is defined as an aircraft, vehicle or person being incorrectly present on a runway or within its protected area. The initiative focuses on three areas: improving safety reporting and data capture, strengthening Local Runway Safety Teams, and sharing progress and lessons learned. It builds on existing global action plans, including GAPPRI.

Impact and considerations

Runway safety is critical to aviation operations; this initiative aims to reduce risks through enhanced collaboration and data sharing, protecting passengers and crew.

World's busiest airports 2025: Atlanta leads, Asia climbs

ACI World released 2025 airport traffic data, showing global passenger traffic reached 9.8 billion, approaching the 10 billion mark. Asia-Pacific airports saw significant ranking gains, with Kuala Lumpur rising six places to 20th and Shanghai Pudong to 5th. Atlanta remains top, but the gap is narrowing.

ACI World launches Policy Agenda 2030, calls for modernized aviation policy

ACI World launched its Policy Agenda 2030, outlining four priorities: airports as businesses, capacity enhancement, safety and security, and sustainable growth and decarbonization. It urges governments and regulators to update outdated regulations to support global air travel demand.

World's busiest airports revealed in 2025 rankings

ACI World released 2025 rankings of the world's busiest airports. Atlanta leads with 106.3 million passengers, followed by Dubai and Tokyo Haneda. Chicago O'Hare tops aircraft movements. Global passenger traffic reached 9.8 billion, up 3.6% from 2024.

ACI World opens applications for 2026 Airport Innovation Awards

ACI World has opened submissions for the 2026 Airport Innovation Awards, inviting airports worldwide to showcase innovative projects. Categories include passenger processes, operations, innovation leader, and airport on the rise. Deadline is June 16, with winners announced at Airports Innovate in Barcelona in November.

ACI report: airport revenue recovery lags passenger traffic rebound

ACI World's 2026 Airport Economics Report shows global passenger traffic reached 9.4 billion in 2024, 4% above 2019, but total revenues of US$194.9 billion remained 2.1% below pre-pandemic in real terms. Aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues were 3% and 9% below 2019, expected to recover in 2025 and mid-2026. The report urges policymakers to support airport investment.

ACI World Reveals Best Airports for Customer Experience in 2025 ASQ Awards

ACI World announced the 2025 ASQ Customer Experience Awards, recognizing 100 airports worldwide with 195 awards. Nearly 707,000 passengers were surveyed, and global passenger satisfaction continues to rise, with border and passport control seeing the largest gains. Global passenger volumes are expected to reach 9.8 billion in 2025 and 10.2 billion in 2026.

ACI World Releases Global Airport Traffic Forecasts: 10.2 Billion Passengers in 2026

Airports Council International (ACI) World released its World Airport Traffic Forecasts 2025-2054, projecting global passenger traffic to reach 10.2 billion in 2026, up 3.9% year-on-year. Long-term, traffic is expected to double to 18.8 billion by 2045, with a CAGR of 3.4%. Growth is driven by emerging markets but faces challenges like capacity constraints, uneven regional growth, and operational complexity. ACI calls for accelerated investment in airport infrastructure, airspace capacity, and operational resilience.

ACI World welcomes Munich Airport CEO as its new Chair

Airports Council International (ACI) World announced that Jost Lammers, CEO of Munich Airport, has been elected Chair of the World Governing Board for the 2026-2027 term, succeeding Candace McGraw. Lammers brings over 25 years of global aviation experience, having served as ACI EUROPE President and led Munich Airport.