2011 gets off to a strong start

Geneva, 8 March 2011 – ACI's Paxflash report for January 2011 indicates a global increase in passenger traffic of 7.1% compared to 2010. The increase was driven by strong growth in both international (+7.8%) and domestic traffic (+6.5%) with all regions experiencing positive growth. Emerging markets were once again the main motor of global traffic growth (Asia: +9% international and +11.2% domestic) but the more mature European and North American markets also experienced robust growth (Europe:+8.3% international and +6.6% domestic).




SAMPLE PROJECTS

Midway Airport

For the privatization of Midway airport, a comprehensive traffic forecast taking into consideration ground and air space congestion was developed to provide an investor with relevant inputs for its business and master plan.


Abu Dhabi Airport

The airport plans on opening a new terminal (Abu Dhabi Midfield Terminal) and in this context a passenger and cargo traffic forecast was prepared.



Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport

A traffic forecast, taking into account competition from surrounding airports, was prepared for an investor considering taking over the concession.