ACI at ICAO’s 42nd Assembly
ACI at ICAO’s 42nd Assembly Every three years, ICAO — the United Nations’ civil aviation agency — convenes its Assembly in Montreal. It brings together more than 2,000 high-level delegates — including ministers, and senior policymakers from across the globe. Together, they set international priorities, policies, and standards that shape the future of aviation — covering…
Read MoreACI World Raises Concerns Over Proposed Air Travel Tax
Additional taxes risk undermining global connectivity, economic growth, and climate action Montreal, 9 July 2025 – ACI World has expressed serious concerns regarding the decision by France, Kenya, Barbados, Spain, Somalia, Benin, Sierra Leone, and Antigua & Barbuda to launch a coalition ahead of COP30, focused on introducing a new tax on air transport—with a…
Read MoreWorld’s Busiest Airports Revealed in Final Global Rankings
New rankings derived from 2,800+ airports worldwide across passenger, cargo, and aircraft movement categories – representing largest dataset ever Montreal, 8 July 2025 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has released the 2025 Edition of its World Airport Traffic Dataset, the industry’s most comprehensive and authoritative resource for global airport rankings. The new data confirms…
Read MoreConcerns Regarding the Proposed Amendments to Article 8 of the United Nations Tax Model Convention Persist
Montreal, 27 May 2025 – This Advisory Bulletin follows the initial bulletin titled “Changes in the Global Policies regarding taxation of international air transport,” issued on 3 March 2025. During the 30th Meeting of the United Nations Committee of Experts on International Tax Matters (UN Tax Committee) the changes to Article 8 of the United…
Read MoreACI World and Cranfield University launch groundbreaking “Airport Management in a Net Zero World” course
Offered under the globally acclaimed ACI-ICAO Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP) Montreal, 26 May 2025 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced a new partnership with Cranfield University, one of the world’s premier institutions for aviation research and education, to deliver a pioneering new course: Airport Management in a Net Zero World. Offered…
Read MoreAirports face financial challenges despite air traffic rebound, ACI World economics report reveals
Global revenues 11.4% lower in 2023 than the US$158.6 billion reported pre-pandemic Montreal, 28 April 2025 – Airports Council International (ACI) World has released its latest airport industry economic and financial performance data, revealing a significant gap between the recovery of passenger traffic and total airport revenues. While passenger traffic nearly returned to pre-pandemic levels…
Read MoreThe busiest airports in the world defy global uncertainty and hold top rankings
Exclusive preview of the 2024 airport rankings Montreal, 14 April 2025 – Airports Council International (ACI) World today offers an exclusive first look at the 2024 rankings of the world’s busiest airports, showcasing their resilience in navigating global uncertainty. Despite geopolitical and economic challenges, these airports have successfully held their top rankings, positioning themselves for…
Read MoreCalling on airports: Submissions open for the 2025 Technology Innovation Awards
ACI World and Amadeus celebrate cutting-edge technology initiatives and leadership transforming the future of air travel Montreal, 20 March 2025 – Airports Council International (ACI) World and Amadeus today open submissions for the anticipated 2025 Technology Innovation Awards. These awards celebrate cutting-edge technology initiatives and leadership within the airport sector that are transforming the…
Read MorePassengers choose the world’s best airports for customer experience
The ASQ Awards are based on the most comprehensive and trusted global measurement program for airport experience Montreal, 10 March 2025 – Today, Airports Council International (ACI) World, in partnership with travel technology company Amadeus, announces the winners of the highly anticipated 2024 ASQ Airport Experience Awards. These awards, celebrated as the benchmark for excellence…
Read MoreChanges in the global policies regarding taxation of international air transport
Montreal, 3 March 2025 – The United Nations Committee of Experts on International Tax Matters (UN Tax Committee) is expected to approve in March a revision to its Model Double Taxation Convention that will impact international air transport and connectivity. The change to Article 8 of the Model Convention (see Annex A), would introduce a choice…
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