Global Airport Operation - Industry Market Research Report

Airport operators have faced complex operating conditions in recent years. Rising levels of airline passenger traffic before the COVID-19 pandemic enabled airports to earn significant revenue through passenger charges and services provided directly to airlines. At the same time, improving economic conditions increased corporate profit and fueled global manufacturing activity, causing airlines to operate more flights to transport greater quantities of cargo. The COVID-19 pandemic completely disrupted the industry in 2020, causing revenue losses of more than 40.0% in that year alone. Global airport operation revenue has increased at a CAGR of 1.5% to $254.7 billion through the end of 2023, including a 6.4% increase in 2023 alone. This increase in 2023 results from the economy continuing to normalize following the pandemic, which has also cut into profit in recent years. The Global Airport Operation industry includes businesses that operate international, national or civil airports or public flying fields. It also includes operators that support airports, except special food services contractors, offering aircraft refueling, aircraft parking, hangar space rental, air traffic control services, baggage handling services, cargo handling services and other services. A fixed-base operator commonly provides these services. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.