BIA recognized at Airport Accessibility Awards 2022

BIA recognized at Airport Accessibility Awards 2022

Bahrain International Airport (BIA) was recognized at the Airport Accessibility Awards 2022.

The recognition comes as a result of BIA’s commitment to ensuring Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM) enjoy a comfortable and stress-free travel experience.

The event was held on the sidelines of the seventh annual Airport PRM Leadership Conference.

BIA was one of three winners to receive the award, which celebrates airport operators striving to deliver the best PRM services.

The winners were voted for by global PRM stakeholders, who commended BIA for its high-quality services and innovative approach to supporting PRMs.

BAC Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Yousif Al Binfalah affirmed the aviation industry’s commitment to ensuring safe, reliable, and dignified air travel is accessible to all passengers.

“People with disabilities and reduced mobility, including the elderly, still face significant difficulties when traveling, and this prevalence is expected to increase due to demographic trends and increases in chronic health conditions, among other factors,” he said.

“At BAC, we remain mindful of our responsibility to ensure that all passengers enjoy a hassle-free travel experience and the same high levels of service. Accordingly, we have carefully considered the needs of PRMs in the design of the terminal. With a wide range of PRM facilities and services available, we