ACI’s Federal Structure and Governance

Airports Council International (ACI), the trade association of the world’s airports, is a federated organization comprising ACI World, ACI Africa, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, ACI EUROPE, ACI Latin America and the Caribbean and ACI North America. In representing the best interests of airports during key phases of policy development, ACI makes a significant contribution toward ensuring a global air transport system that is safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally sustainable. ACI World engages with global policy issues and international regulatory bodies, while the ACI Regions focus on region-specific challenges and liaise with local and regional regulatory authorities. As of January 2025, ACI serves 830 members, operating 2,181 airports in 170 countries.

ACI Africa

Casablanca, Morocco

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Ali Tounsi
Director General

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ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East

Hong Kong

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Stefano Baronci
Director General

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ACI Europe

Brussels, Belgium

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Olivier Jankovec
Director General

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ACI Latin America-Caribbean

Panama City, Panama

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Rafael Echevarne
Director General

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ACI North America

Washington DC, USA

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Kevin Burke
Director General

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