GACA: Institutional transformation of airports supports future of air transport industry

GACA: Institutional transformation of airports supports future of air transport industry

RIYADH — The civil aviation sector in Saudi Arabia has witnessed great development progress in its various fields, with the help of God and the generous support for its projects from the Kings of the Saudi State since the era of the founding King. The Kings of this country and throughout its history built an integrated system of airports throughout the country, reaching 29 airports, receiving millions of travelers from inside and outside the Kingdom. The sector has received great attention and generous efforts for its projects from the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. The sector being a major driver of the growth of the national economy, its strong impact on achieving sustainable development and a reliable major contributor in achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, developing the air transport sector and enhancing the Kingdom’s position globally as an influential country in the international civil aviation industry. During the reign of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, the sector witnessed qualitative leaps and rapid developments in various fields, achieving record numbers in economic and social development, and a leading and pioneering global presence at various levels. This includes the announcement of Crown Prince Muhammad