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Smart Airport Market Trends

Report ID: GMI7571
Published Date: Dec 2024
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Smart Airport Market Trends

Smart airports are evolving quickly, using new technologies to make travel better for passengers and more efficient for operators. AR and VR are becoming popular, making airport experiences more engaging and helping pilots train safely. 5G networks are speeding up communication, improving in-flight services, and helping airports monitor security in real-time. Blockchain is making ticketing and cargo tracking more secure and transparent. For example, Hong Kong International Airport recently launched a service that lets passengers check in and drop bags using just their smartphones, cutting bag drop time to under a minute. These changes are making airports smarter and travelling smoother for everyone.

Authors: Suraj Gujar, Partha Paul

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The global market size for smart airport was valued at USD 6.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 19 billion by 2034, driven by a CAGR of 11.8% from 2025 to 2034.

The non-aeronautical segment held a market share of over 70% in 2024 and is expected to grow significantly, driven by innovations in smart transport services.

The North America market is expected to exceed USD 5 billion by 2034, driven by digital transformation initiatives and government support through programs like the Airport Improvement Program.

Major players in the industry include Amadeus, Ascent Technology, Cisco Systems, Daifuku, Huawei Technologies, IBM, L3Harris Technologies, Leidos, NATS, Raytheon Technologies, and Sabre.