The Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), the trade group representing over 600 airports across 44 countries and territories, today released its Travel Retail Study in the Post-Pandemic Era, revealing a fundamental shift in airport retail dynamics. The study points out that younger travelers are now driving spend, while passenger behaviour, rather than sheer traffic volumes, has become the defining factor of airport travel retail performance.
NARITA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CORPORATION entered into a contract on April 27, with the Design Consortium consisting of Azusa Sekkei Co., Ltd., NIKKEN SEKKEI LTD, and PACIFIC CONSULTANTS CO., LTD., for the “New Narita Airport Development Plan: Master Planning for the New Cargo Area”, following a public tender launched in December 2025.
On 28th April, 2026, a delegation led by Mr. Hu Zhenjiang, Deputy Administrator of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), visited Macau International Airport for inspection and work exchanges. Accompanied throughout by representatives from the Civil Aviation Authority of Macao SAR (AACM) and the management from Macau International Airport Company Limited (CAM), the delegation toured the Macau International Airport Integrated Airport Management Center (IAMC) to learn about the integrated dispatching, intelligent operations, and emergency response procedures. They engaged with in-depth, face-to-face discussions with on-site operations and management personnel, exchanged advanced practices in airport operations management.
Indonesia's aviation sector enters one of the most consequential periods. Following the landmark 2024 merger of Angkasa Pura I and Angkasa Pura II into Injourney Airports, which now manages 35 airports across the archipelago, cementing its place as one of the world's largest airport operators.
The Philippines is strengthened its position as one of the top ten fastest-growing aviation markets in the world, growing at an average of 4.4% every year for the next three decades until 2054. This growth is supported by strong economic momentum and an expanding middle class.
Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), India’s largest private airport operator and duty-free operator, and MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel company, today announced a partnership to make duty-free shopping more convenient and rewarding for international travellers.
Biocon Foundation, in collaboration with Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport), unveils “Bengaluru’s Soul”, a monumental sculpture by internationally acclaimed artist Jaume Plensa at Terminal 2. Celebrating the city’s diversity, creativity, and global outlook, the installation reinforces BLR Airport’s vision of integrating art and infrastructure to create a distinctive cultural gateway for travellers.
Macau International Airport successfully launched its first 2026 route promotion event in Macau, marking the start of a Greater Bay Area roadshow series. The event highlighted expanded routes, smart passenger services like “One ID” and “Check’ N Fly”, and strengthened regional connectivity, reinforcing the airport’s commitment to innovation and seamless travel.
Malaysia Airports reported continued network growth in Q1 2026, with KLIA handling 16.9 million passengers, a 14.4% increase year-on-year. Supported by festive travel demand, new airline routes, and ongoing service enhancements, the network is strengthening its position as a key regional aviation hub.
Narita International Airport Corporation has compiled estimates for the number of passengers expected to use Narita Airport during the Golden Week holiday period. Please note that congestion is expected at the airport during this period, therefore we recommend using public transportation and arriving well in advance.
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