Saudi Arabia: DAA International Wins Red Sea Airport Contract

Saudi Arabia: DAA International Wins Red Sea Airport Contract

The Irish aviation firm will provide airfield and terminal operations, aviation services, facilities management and commercial activities, as well as corporate and financial services. "Our state-of-the-art airport will provide a unique gateway for guests arriving at our destination, and this announcement is an important step in bringing the experience to life ahead of welcoming visitors by the end of 2022,“ said John Pagano, CEO of TRSDC.

"DAA International was selected because we are confident that they can deliver not only an airport experience worthy of our luxury destination, but for their commitment to ensuring our sustainability goals are met.“

DAA International is part of the DAA Group, which operates and manages airports, travel and retail businesses in 16 countries. The Irish company has operated Terminal 5 at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh since it opened in 2016.

Nick Cole, CEO of DAA International, added: "We intend to deliver a seamless airport experience for passengers, underpinned by a commitment to achieving TRSDC's stringent sustainability goals. We're pleased to play our role in helping to open up this new destination and wonderful country to the rest of the world.“

The Red Sea International Airport will serve one million passengers annually when the resort project is