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.
Celebrating International Women's Day on 8 March, reminds us of the pivotal roles by women across various sectors. The aviation industry is no exception; the industry has witnessed significant contributions from women who have shattered barriers and opened new pathways for future generations.
We stand in solidarity with our colleagues at airports across the region, who in the face of uncertainty and operational pressure, continue to respond with professionalism and compassion to support affected passengers, airlines, personnel and communities.
ACI APAC & MID encouraged Member States to work closely with airport operators to address the evolving roles of screening personnels and to invest in training needs as airports continue to integrate new technologies.
We sincerely invite you to participate in the Asia Pacific & Middle East Safety Culture Survey and would very much appreciate your help by completing the online questionnaire by 13 April 2026. It will only take you about 10 minutes to complete the questionnaire below.
The study will assess long-term airport infrastructure investment requirements of approximately 300 airports, including smaller airports and cargo-focused airports, covering both planned investments and future needs driven by passenger and cargo growth, as well evolving passenger expectations.
The 35th ACI APAC & MID Regional Aviation Security Committee (RASC) meeting, hosted by Changi Airport Group from 28-30 October in Singapore, saw a record participation of 69 security experts from airports and World Business Partners (WBPs) in the region.
Speaking on behalf of ACI APAC & MID, Mr. Gary Leung, Senior Manager for Security and Facilitation, highlighted the need to adopt a “security-by-design” approach as airports across the region embark on major infrastructure expansions.
ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), representing over 600 airports, highlighted the importance of innovation and sustainability in shaping the future of aviation at the International Conference on Green Aviation (ICGA), held in Xi’an, China, from 21 to 24 October 2025.
The 19th Virtual Meeting of the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Environment Committee was successfully convened on 8 October 2025.
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