Aviation leaders face new era of resilience and redefinition

Europe’s airports and aviation industry are at a crossroads. As geopolitical tensions, climate change, and digital threats reshape the sector, ACI Europe’s Olivier Jankovec warns that traditional growth models are no longer fit for purpose. Hyper-globalisation is fragmenting, air traffic growth is slowing under decarbonisation costs, and short-haul flight bans risk regional disconnection with minimal climate gains. 

Airports are reimagining themselves as commercial ecosystems and potential green energy hubs, yet cyber security threats and workforce shortages threaten operational stability. Jankovec urges leaders to focus on resilience, innovation, and inclusive climate action to future-proof connectivity and maintain Europe’s global relevance. Strengthening Asia-Pacific ties is seen as crucial for long-term growth.

Read the full article to explore how aviation leaders are rethinking strategy for a turbulent future.