Smart Airport Market Report 2025

This Smart Airport report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The smart airport market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.47 billion in 2024 to $9.53 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to enhanced passenger experience, airline cost reduction, environmental sustainability, efficient airport operations, remote and self-service check-in.

The smart airport market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart parking and transportation solutions, predictive analytics for resource management, smart retail and commercial spaces, enhancing security measures. Major trends in the forecast period include biometric passenger boarding, contactless technology adoption, blockchain for security and data integrity, artificial intelligence in airport operations, robotic process automation,5g connectivity for enhanced communication.

Increasing investments in airport infrastructure are expected to drive the growth of the smart airport market in the coming years. These investments are motivated by the need to accommodate rising passenger and cargo traffic, improve operational efficiency, and comply with modern safety and environmental standards. Furthermore, technological advancements, government policies, and the rise of smart airport initiatives are accelerating infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing the overall passenger experience. For example, in March 2023, a report by Airports Council International, a Canada-based organization representing airport authorities, projected that airport infrastructure needs for the 2023-2027 period would reach $151 billion, a 30.9 percent increase compared to the 2019-2023 estimates. As a result, growing investments in airport infrastructure will continue to drive the smart airport market.

The substantial increase in aircraft passenger traffic is a significant driver for the growth of the smart airport market. The term 'increasing aircraft passenger traffic' refers to the rising number of individuals traveling on airplanes. The surge in global passenger traffic and air travel demand is compelling airports to adopt smart solutions for enhanced efficiency and passenger experiences. For instance, according to data from the Airports Council International (ACI), global passenger traffic in aviation is anticipated to reach 9. 4 billion passengers in 2024, up from 8. 6 billion passengers in 2023. Consequently, the upward trend in aircraft passenger traffic is expected to propel the smart airport market.

Technological advancements, such as the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in aircraft parts and manufacturing processes, represent a key trend in the smart airport market. Companies globally are implementing cloud-based platforms to facilitate collaboration among suppliers, systems integrators, software developers, and other stakeholders involved in the design and manufacturing ecosystem. For instance, in October 2022, SpaceX, a US-based aviation and technology company, launched Starlink Terminals, providing satellite internet on planes with speeds up to 350 megabits per second (Mbps) worldwide. Major companies in the smart airport market are also incorporating augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) solutions to enhance customer experiences and wayfinding. AR integrates digital information with the user's environment in real time, while VR uses computer modeling and simulation to create interactive 3D visual or sensory environments. For example, iGA Istanbul Airport, a Turkey-based international travel hub, introduced an AR-based service to guide customers around the International Terminal shopping area, offering information on retail stores and special offers.

In January 2024, TKH Group N.V., a Netherlands-based technology company, acquired JCAI Inc. (JCAII) for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to enhance and accelerate the development of smart airfield technologies and traffic guidance systems in the aviation industry, particularly in the North American market. JCAI Inc. (JCAII) is a Canada-based technology company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, and installation of intelligent infrastructure for the commercial aircraft de-icing sector.

Major companies operating in the smart airport market include Amadeus IT Group SA, CISCO System Inc., Collins Aerospace, Daifuku Co. Ltd., Ascent Technologies Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., International Business Machines Corporation, Indra Sistemas S. A., ITALIA TRASPORTO AEREO S. P. A., L3Harris Technologies Inc., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, RESA, Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co. KG., Sabre Corporation, Siemens AG, Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques, Thales Group, T-Systems International GmbH, Vision-Box Inc., Wipro Limited, Zensors. Inc., ADELTE - The Boarding Company, Ansul, Deerns Airport System Consultants, FB TECHNOLOGY, Gentrack Group Limited, Beumer Group GmbH & Co. KG, Bosch security systems GmbH, Schneider Electric SE.

North America was the largest region in the smart airport market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the smart airport market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the smart airport market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The smart airport market includes revenues earned by entities by providing products and related services that automate the processes for operational efficiency, ground services, digitalization of infrastructure, digitalization of commercial & passenger flow, enhancing security & surveillance, and handling services to solve and cover control and management needs in airports. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

Smart airports leverage connected technologies such as intelligent building management, cybersecurity, GPS and sensors, the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to empower operational staff in digitally managing planning and operational tasks. Simultaneously, these technologies optimize passenger flows and streamline staff activities throughout the airport.

The primary categories of smart airport services encompass smart transport and parking services, smart retail, hospitality and entertainment services, smart workplace services, and smart airport processes, including business-to-business services. In terms of infrastructure, smart airport products include endpoint devices, communication systems, control for passenger, cargo, and baggage ground handling, air/ground traffic control, security systems, and other related elements. Smart airport products and services find application in landside, airside, and terminal-side locations, serving core and business applications. The major end-users of smart airports include industries involved in implementation, upgrades, and services.

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