International Airport Review is pleased to announce the return of our Awards and Dinner – The Airport Honour Awards! Join us for the second edition of this exclusive event, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from the Aviation industry for a night of celebration, recognition, and networking. 

The Airport Honour Awards will once again take place on the first night of the International Airport Summit, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, promising to be a night to remember! 

We aim to honour excellence, innovation, and responsible development in our industry, highlighting those who truly deserve recognition. 

When:  November 13, 2024

Where: The Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam

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Award Categories

Whether you are a supplier nominating your airport client for its innovative use of technology or an airport who has displayed an environmentally responsible approach to development, if your project was completed in the last calendar year, we want to hear from you as to why you should be named among our first-class award winners. Plus, this year we’re taking nominations for each of the categories, so if you want to acknowledge a company or individual within the aviation industry you can now put them forward.

Take a look at the entry criteria ahead of submitting your Award entry.

Airport Experience Award
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This Airport Experience Award seeks to recognise those airports who acknowledge that providing a good experience for their workforce is the first step to unlocking a good passenger experience.

2024 Winner

Cape Town International Airport

Finalists

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd.
Bahrain Airport Company
Alicante-Elche Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Cape Town Airport
Sponsored by
Camus International logo
Sustainable Airport Award
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The Sustainable Airport Award acknowledges airports that prioritise sustainability in their operations, facilities, and services.

2024 Winner

Airport Authority Hong Kong

Finalists

Airport International Group – operator of Queen Alia International Airport
Quito Airport
Jersey Airport
Airport Authority Hong Kong
JFKIAT
Sponsored by
NACO logo
Airport EDI Award
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The Airport Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Award recognises airports that acknowledge they must attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce in order to leverage the very best skill set and knowledge from their surrounding communities and to remain resilient for the future.

2024 Winner

Toronto Pearson International Airport

Finalists

OPAIN El Dorado Airport
Avports
Toronto Pearson
Aeroporti di Roma S.p.A.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Accessible Airport Award
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The Accessible Airport Award celebrates airports that are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all passengers, no matter their needs.

Airport Innovation Award
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The Airport Innovation Award celebrates airports that have shown exceptional innovation and creativity in enhancing the passenger experience, improving operational efficiency, and promoting sustainability.

NEW for 2024

Airport Security Award

The Airport Security Award seeks to recognise airports who are managing security threats with effective detection, balanced with fast and efficient screening.

Accessible Airport Award
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The Accessible Airport Award celebrates airports that are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all passengers, no matter their needs.

2024 Winner

Dallas Love Field Airport

Finalists

Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport
Dubai Airports
London Stansted
Dallas Love Field
Aeropuertos Argentina
Airport Innovation Award
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The Airport Innovation Award celebrates airports that have shown exceptional innovation and creativity in enhancing the passenger experience, improving operational efficiency, and promoting sustainability.

2024 Winner

Munich Airport

Finalists

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd.
Munich Airport
Bangalore International Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Vancouver International Airport

NEW for 2024

Airport Security Award

The Airport Security Award seeks to recognise airports who are managing security threats with effective detection, balanced with fast and efficient screening.

2024 Winner

El Dorado International Airport

Finalists

El Dorado International Airport
Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH
Newcastle International Airport
BH Airport (Confins Intl Airport)
Aeroporti di Roma S.p.A.

NEW for 2024

Airport Leader of the Future

The Airport Leader of the Future Award aims to recognise the incoming leaders of the future who are already making a positive impact on their respective airport and the development of their careers.

2024 Winner

Piétrick Voyer, Director of Operations, GAIA Inc.

Finalists

Phil Forster, Managing Director
Teesside International Airport
Pablo Lopez Loeches
Head of Ideation and Entrepreneurship
Aena
Piétrick Voyer
Director of Operations
GAIA
Ken Buchanan
the Executive Vice President (EVP)
Dallas Fort Worth

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Airport Leader of the Future

The Airport Leader of the Future Award aims to recognise the incoming leaders of the future who are already making a positive impact on their respective airport and the development of their careers.

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Reasons to enter

Increased visibility

Winning an award can increase your company’s visibility and reputation within the industry. This can help attract new customers, improve brand recognition, and ultimately increase sales.

Competitive advantage

Participating in an awards competition allows companies to benchmark themselves against their competitors and gain valuable insights into their strengths and weaknesses.

Motivation for employees

Being recognised for their hard work can be a great motivator for employees. Entering an awards competition can inspire them to strive for excellence and take pride in their work. Winning an award can also help to boost employee morale and build team spirit.

Networking opportunities

Entering The Airport Honour Awards will provide valuable networking opportunities and a great place to meet industry leaders, potential customers, and suppliers. This can help to build relationships that may lead to new business opportunities in the future.