Airport Systems Market by Technology, Solution (Passenger processing system, Airport Operation & Ground Handling System, Air Traffic Management System), Application (Airside, Terminal Side) Implementation and Region - Global Forecast to 2030
The Airport Systems market is estimated in terms of market size to be USD 32.28 billion in 2024 to USD 50.27 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.7%. Airport systems market is growing extremely fast as airports across the globe are investing in cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, security, and passenger experience. This report includes a detailed overview of market trends like the adoption of smart airport solutions, changing regulatory paradigms, and competition. With greater complexity in airport operations, there is an expanding need for interconnected digital platforms, automation, and real-time data analysis.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2020-2030
Base Year
2024
Forecast Period
2025-2030
Units Considered
Value (USD Billion)
Segments
By Solution, Application, Implementation, Technology
Regions covered
North America, Europe, APAC, RoW
The study encompasses major growth impetuses such as increasing air traffic, modernization efforts, and requirement of smooth airport operations. The study encompasses how airports are leveraging recent technologies like machine learning, digital twins, and intelligent surveillance to streamline terminal operations and adhere to global aviation standards. The study also examines emerging trends in airport infrastructure, such as the use of blockchain for security, edge computing to process data, and improved real-time resource allocation. Geographically, the report offers insights into investment patterns, regional growth strategies, and market opportunities in major aviation centers. It also features leading industry participants, examining their strategies, products, and technology capabilities. Based on a fact-based analysis, this report is a must-have guide for stakeholders who want to navigate the evolving airport systems market landscape.
"The Cybersecurity segment will account for the largest market share in the Airport Systems market by security system during the forecast period."
The cybersecurity segment will experience the maximum growth rate in the airport systems market due to rising digital transformation projects and mounting cyber threats. With airports increasingly dependent on interdependent IT infrastructures, such as cloud computing, IoT-based asset management, and AI-powered analytics, the threat of cyberattacks on mission-critical systems is growing every day. Increased ransomware attacks, data breaches, and operational incidents have created the need for more robust cybersecurity measures. It has prompted regulatory agencies like the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to require stronger compliance regimes, forcing airports to spend money on sophisticated threat detection, real-time monitoring, and zero-trust security models. In addition, the implementation of biometric passenger processing, automated border control, and contactless payments is growing the amount of sensitive information that needs stronger encryption and identity protection. To reduce risks, airports are implementing AI-based threat intelligence, endpoint security, and incident response solutions. Furthermore, as hybrid operational models grow, cybersecurity investments are moving beyond IT networks to protect critical operational technology (OT) infrastructure. With the economic, reputational, and operational threats posed by cyber vulnerabilities, cybersecurity is now a priority investment, making it the fastest-growing segment in the airport systems market.
"The autonomous passenger segment will account for the highest CAGR in the airport systems market during the forecast period."
The autonomous passenger transportation segment will experience the highest growth in the airport systems market owing to rising passenger traffic, expansion projects of airports, and requirements for contactless, frictionless mobility solutions. As airports proceed towards becoming lean and unchoked, spending on autonomous shuttles, self-driving electric buses, and driverless people movers (APMs) is piling up. These systems provide an economic, flexible solution to facilitate smooth transportation of passengers from one terminal, parking, or public transport node to another, lessening reliance on conventional forms of transport.The application of AI-driven fleet management, real-time traffic sensing, and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication is facilitating smarter, more responsive autonomous mobility networks within airport settings. Electric and autonomous transport systems are also being promoted through sustainability objectives, reducing emissions and enhancing operational efficiency. Ground transportation service labor shortages are also compelling airports to implement self-driving vehicles to maintain consistent and reliable passenger movement.
Key international airports are already testing autonomous mobility solutions, and regulatory agencies are creating rules to enable widespread use. As technology improves and infrastructure evolves to enable automation, the need for autonomous passenger transport will keep increasing, making it the fastest-growing sector in the airport systems market.
"The Asia Pacific market is estimated to lead the market."
The Asia-Pacific region is poised to dominate the airport systems market with increasing air travel demand at a fast rate, massive airport development, and extensive investments in sophisticated technology. China, India, and Indonesia are witnessing passenger traffic growing sharply, which is pushing governments and private operators to develop new airports and modernize existing ones. Massive developments such as Beijing Daxing International Airport and India's Noida International Airport are planned with the most up-to-date systems to offer smoother passenger flow, quicker baggage handling, and greater security.
Several airports in the region are adopting smart technologies such as facial recognition for check-in, AI-managed air traffic control, and automated baggage handling to improve efficiency. Besides, with the emphasis on sustainability, airports are increasingly adopting electrically propelled ground vehicles, energy-efficient lighting, and smart waste management systems. Governments are actively investing in upgrades to airport infrastructure, whereas private investor partnerships are fueling innovation and mass-scale upgrades.
The high concentration of technology suppliers and airport system manufacturers in the region is also driving market expansion. With air travel continuing to grow and airports going digital and automated, the Asia-Pacific region will be the largest and fastest-growing airport systems market during the next few years.
Breakdown of primaries
The study contains insights from various industry experts, ranging from component suppliers to Tier 1 companies and OEMs. The break-up of the primaries is as follows:
By Company Type: Tier 1-49%; Tier 2-37%; and Tier 3-14%
By Designation: C Level-55%; Directors-27%; and Others-18%
By Region: North America-32%; Europe-32%; Asia Pacific-16%; Middle East-10%; RoW-10%
Research Coverage
The study covers the airport systems market across various segments and subsegments. It aims to estimate the size and growth potential of this market across different segments based on technology, implementation, solution, application and region. This study also includes an in-depth competitive analysis of the key players in the market, along with their company profiles, key observations related to their solutions and business offerings, recent developments undertaken by them, and key market strategies adopted by them.
Key benefits of buying this report:
This report will help the market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall airport systems market and its subsegments. The report covers the entire ecosystem of airport systems market. It will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to position their businesses better and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report will also help stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provide them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
The report provides insights on the following pointers:
The report will help the market leaders/new entrants with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall Airport Systems market. This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to position their businesses better and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the market pulse and provides information on key market Drivers (Rise in air passenger traffic, Emergence of smart airports, Extensive security challenges, Extensive use of self-service technologies at airports), Restraints ( High operating costs, Data and Privacy concerns) , Challenges (Expansion of air cargo infrastructure, Rapid adoption of electric and autonomous ground support equipment) , and opportunities (Complexity of large datasets, Prevalence of legacy infrastructure and slow technology adoption).
Product Development: In-depth analysis of product innovation/development by companies across various region.
Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets - the report analyses the airport systems market across varied regions.
Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new solutions, recent developments, and investments in Airport Systems market.
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and product offerings of leading players like SITA (Switzerland), Amadeus IT Group SA (Spain), RTX (US), Thales (France), Vanderlande Industries B.V. (Netherlands), Honeywell International, Inc. (US) among others in the Airport Systems market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.5 STAKEHOLDERS
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Primary sources
2.1.2.2 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of primary interviews
2.2 FACTOR ANALYSIS
2.2.1 INTRODUCTION
2.2.2 DEMAND-SIDE INDICATORS
2.2.3 SUPPLY-SIDE INDICATORS
2.3 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.3.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.3.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.4 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.5 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.6 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
2.7 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET
4.2 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.3 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY IMPLEMENTATION
4.4 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY AUTOMATED PASSENGER PROCESSING
4.5 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY PASSENGER PROCESSING SYSTEM
4.6 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Rise in air passenger traffic
5.2.1.2 Emergence of smart airports
5.2.1.3 Evolving security challenges
5.2.1.4 Extensive use of self-service technologies at airports
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 High operating costs
5.2.2.2 Data and privacy concerns
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Expansion of air cargo infrastructure
5.2.3.2 Rapid adoption of electric and autonomous ground support equipment
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Complexity of large datasets
5.2.4.2 Prevalence of legacy infrastructure and slow technology adoption
5.3 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
5.4 TRENDS AND DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
5.5 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
5.5.1 MANUFACTURERS
5.5.2 SYSTEM INTEGRATORS
5.6 PRICING ANALYSIS
5.6.1 INDICATIVE PRICING OF AIRPORT SYSTEMS OFFERED BY KEY PLAYERS
5.6.2 FACTOR ANALYSIS FOR PRICING STRATEGIES OF KEY PLAYERS
5.6.3 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
5.6.4 FACTOR ANALYSIS FOR REGIONAL PRICING TRENDS
5.7 OPERATIONAL DATA
5.7.1 TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRPORTS GLOBALLY
5.7.2 AIRPORT INVESTMENTS
5.7.3 AIRPORT SOLUTIONS REQUIRED
5.8 TRADE ANALYSIS
5.8.1 IMPORT SCENARIO
5.8.2 EXPORT SCENARIO
5.9 USE CASE ANALYSIS
5.9.1 HEATHROW AIRPORT INTEGRATES BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE PASSENGER PROCESSING
5.9.2 DUBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT INTRODUCES SELF-SERVICE KIOSKS TO HANDLE PASSENGER VOLUMES
5.9.3 CHANGI AIRPORT ADOPTS AI-DRIVEN ANALYTICS TO ADDRESS AIRPORT CONGESTION
5.9.4 SHENZHEN AIRPORT UNDERGOES DIGITALIZATION TO OPTIMIZE OPERATIONS
5.9.5 HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT DEPLOYS AI SOLUTIONS TO FACILITATE PASSENGER FLOW MANAGEMENT
5.9.6 PARIS CHARLES DE GAULLE AIRPORT ADOPTS BIG DATA TO ENSURE SEAMLESS OPERATIONS
5.10 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025
5.11 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
5.12 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.12.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.12.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.13 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
5.13.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
5.13.1.1 Data integration platforms
5.13.1.2 Real-time analytics
5.13.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
5.13.2.1 RFID and barcode technologies
5.13.2.2 Mobile applications
5.13.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
5.13.3.1 AR/VR
5.14 BUSINESS MODELS
5.15 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
5.16 TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP (TCO)
5.17 BILL OF MATERIALS
5.18 TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP
5.19 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
5.19.1 NORTH AMERICA
5.19.2 EUROPE
5.19.3 ASIA PACIFIC
5.19.4 MIDDLE EAST
5.19.5 LATIN AMERICA
5.19.6 AFRICA
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS
6.2.1 AI-POWERED AIRPORT MANAGEMENT AND PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS
6.2.2 BIOMETRIC AND CONTACTLESS PASSENGER PROCESSING
6.2.3 AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS
6.2.4 DOLPHIN AIRPORT INFORMATION
6.2.4.1 Dolphin flight information display system
6.2.4.2 Dolphin advertising content management system
6.2.4.3 Dolphin automatic flight announcement system
6.2.5 NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION
6.2.6 RADIOFREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION
6.2.7 ARMADILLO INTEGRATED SECURITY
6.2.8 UNASSISTED BAG-DROP FACILITY
6.3 IMPACT OF MEGATRENDS
6.3.1 5G
6.3.2 EMERGING MOBILITY SOLUTIONS
6.4 IMPACT OF AI/GENERATIVE AI
6.4.1 INTRODUCTION
6.4.2 ADOPTION OF AI IN COMMERCIAL AVIATION BY TOP COUNTRIES
6.5 PATENT ANALYSIS
7 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY TECHNOLOGY
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 AUTOMATED PASSENGER PROCESSING
7.2.1 BIOMETRIC CHECK-IN & BOARDING
7.2.1.1 Focus on reducing dependency on manual checks to drive market
7.2.2 SELF-SERVICE KIOSK & CONTACTLESS PROCESSING
7.2.2.1 Need for automated solutions due to rising air traffic to drive
7.2.3 AUTOMATED BORDER CONTROL & PASSENGER SCREENING
7.2.3.1 Government emphasis on airport security to drive market
8.9.3.3 Use Case: Unleash Live's real-time analytics enhances Australian Airport's curbside efficiency
9 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY IMPLEMENTATION
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 UPGRADE & MODERNIZATION
9.2.1 COMPLIANCE WITH STRINGENT REGULATIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.3 NEW INSTALLATION
9.3.1 GOVERNMENT FUNDING IN GREENFIELD AIRPORT DEVELOPMENTS TO DRIVE MARKET
10 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 AIRSIDE
10.2.1 APRON SIDE
10.2.1.1 Focus on reducing operational delays to drive market
10.2.1.2 Use Case: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport collaborates with Larsen & Toubro to expand Terminal 2 apron for enhanced aircraft parking
10.2.1.3 Use Case: Avalon Airport expands its apron capacity to facilitate simultaneous aircraft handling
10.2.1.4 Use Case: Airports Authority of India assists Tiruchirappalli International Airport in expanding its apron to optimize passenger processing
10.2.2 RUNWAY SIDE
10.2.2.1 Integration of advanced safety systems to drive market
10.2.2.2 Use Case: Los Angeles International Airport deploys FOD detection system to enhance runway safety
10.2.2.3 Use Case: London Heathrow Airport implements ADB's Airfield Ground Lighting with Honeywell's Automated Lighting Control to improve energy efficiency
10.2.2.4 Use Case: Hong Kong International Airport employs Dassault Systemes and Siemens' digital twin-based predictive maintenance solution to improve operational reliability
10.3 TERMINAL SIDE
10.3.1 ADOPTION OF SMART INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.3.2 USE CASE: CHANGI AIRPORT COLLABORATES WITH NEC CORPORATION AND SITA TO DEPLOY BIOMETRIC SYSTEM TO IMPROVE PASSENGER FLOW
10.3.3 USE CASE: BRISBANE AIRPORT PARTNERS WITH SMITHS DETECTION TO INSTALL AUTOMATED SCREENING LANES FOR ENHANCED PASSENGER EXPERIENCE
10.3.4 USE CASE: BRISTOL AIRPORT IMPLEMENTS COLLINS AEROSPACE'S SELF-SERVICE CHECK-IN KIOSKS AND BAG DROPS TO STREAMLINE OPERATIONS
10.4 LANDSIDE
10.4.1 INCREASED INVESTMENTS IN ACCESS ROADS, PARKING INFRASTRUCTURE, AND PASSENGER PROCESSING FACILITIES TO DRIVE MARKET
10.4.2 USE CASE: KOTA KINABALU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EXPANDS ITS CAPACITY TO ENHANCE LANDSIDE AND AIRSIDE FACILITIES
10.4.3 USE CASE: ADELAIDE AIRPORT'S INDUSTRIAL AND LOGISTICS DEVELOPMENT BOOSTS FREIGHT CAPABILITIES
10.4.4 USE CASE: HOLLYWOOD BURBANK AIRPORT'S ELEVATE BUR PROJECT ENHANCES LANDSIDE FACILITIES
11 AIRPORT SYSTEMS MARKET, BY REGION
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 NORTH AMERICA
11.2.1 PESTLE ANALYSIS
11.2.2 US
11.2.2.1 Government-lead infrastructure investments to drive market
11.2.3 CANADA
11.2.3.1 Emphasis on modernizing airport infrastructure to drive market
11.3 EUROPE
11.3.1 PESTLE ANALYSIS
11.3.2 UK
11.3.2.1 Domestic airport expansion projects to drive market
11.3.3 FRANCE
11.3.3.1 Sustainability initiatives to drive market
11.3.4 GERMANY
11.3.4.1 Technological advancements in automation to drive market
11.3.5 NETHERLANDS
11.3.5.1 Focus on green airport initiatives to drive market
11.3.6 REST OF EUROPE
11.4 ASIA PACIFIC
11.4.1 PESTLE ANALYSIS
11.4.2 CHINA
11.4.2.1 New airport constructions to drive market
11.4.3 INDIA
11.4.3.1 Implementation of UDAN scheme to drive market
11.4.4 JAPAN
11.4.4.1 Rise in international tourism to drive market
11.4.5 SINGAPORE
11.4.5.1 Substantial investments in smart airport infrastructure to drive market
11.4.6 AUSTRALIA
11.4.6.1 Rise in infrastructure projects to drive market
11.4.7 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
11.5 MIDDLE EAST
11.5.1 PESTLE ANALYSIS
11.5.2 GCC
11.5.2.1 UAE
11.5.2.1.1 Ongoing airport expansion to drive market
11.5.2.2 Saudi Arabia
11.5.2.2.1 Vision 2030 strategy to drive market
11.5.3 REST OF MIDDLE EAST
11.6 REST OF THE WORLD
11.6.1 BRAZIL
11.6.1.1 Emphasis on airport privatization to drive market
11.6.2 MEXICO
11.6.2.1 Expanding trade and tourism sectors to drive market
11.6.3 SOUTH AFRICA
11.6.3.1 Need for improved operational efficiency to drive market
11.6.4 OTHERS
12 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN, 2020-2025
12.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2020-2023
12.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
12.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
12.5.1 STARS
12.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
12.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
12.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
12.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT
12.5.5.1 Company footprint
12.5.5.2 Region footprint
12.5.5.3 Solution footprint
12.5.5.4 Application footprint
12.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: START-UPS/SMES, 2024
12.6.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
12.6.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
12.6.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
12.6.4 STARTING BLOCKS
12.6.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING
12.6.5.1 List of start-ups/SMEs
12.6.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of start-ups/SMEs