Airport Automation Market Report 2026

The airport automation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.46 billion in 2025 to $8.91 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early integration of baggage handling systems, adoption of check-in kiosks, implementation of management software for airport operations, deployment of screening equipment for security, initial automation of traffic and border control processes.

The airport automation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.91 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of retail and passenger experience automation, adoption of ai-driven maintenance and operations systems, integration of predictive traffic control operations, growth in biometric and automated security solutions, development of fully connected smart airport ecosystems. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of predictive maintenance systems for airport equipment, adoption of biometric-enabled passenger processing for faster throughput, expansion of automated baggage handling and tracking systems, implementation of energy-efficient and sustainable airport automation solutions, increasing use of real-time analytics for passenger flow and operational optimization.

The rising air traffic volume is expected to propel the growth of the airport automation market going forward. Air traffic volume refers to the number of aircraft movements within a specific airspace, airport, or region over a defined period. Increased business travel and expanding global economic activities are driving the rise in air traffic volume as companies engage in cross-border operations and international partnerships. Airport automation supports air traffic management by optimizing airspace usage, coordinating aircraft movements, facilitating efficient communication between air traffic controllers and pilots, minimizing human error, and improving overall operational efficiency and safety. For instance, in July 2025, according to the Airports Council International (ACI) World, a Canada-based nonprofit organization representing airports worldwide, global passenger traffic in 2024 exceeded 9.4 billion travelers, an 8.4% increase from 2023. Therefore, the rising air traffic volume is driving the growth of the airport automation market.

Prominent players in the airport automation market are actively developing innovative products, including digital tower air traffic control systems, to gain a competitive advantage. These advanced technologies empower air traffic controllers to manage air traffic at airports from remote locations using cameras, sensors, and other digital tools. For example, in November 2023, Saab AB, a Sweden-based aerospace and defense company, introduced the Integrated Digital Tower Solution (i-DTS), a cutting-edge air traffic control system tailored for larger airports. The i-DTS seamlessly integrates remote tower technology with automated systems expertise, delivering heightened resilience and comprehensive control and training capabilities. Equipped with panoramic camera views and role-based console displays, controllers can access real-time imagery and event detection, thereby enhancing situational awareness and operational efficiency.

In January 2024, TKH Group N.V., a company specializing in networks and systems technology based in the Netherlands, successfully acquired JCAII Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move has strengthened TKH Group N.V.'s foothold in the aviation sector through the integration of complementary guidance software and equipment. The acquisition not only broadens the company's market presence but also facilitates an acceleration of innovation within the industry. JCAII Inc., headquartered in Canada, is a prominent airport infrastructure and technology solutions company, with a specialization in providing cutting-edge airport automation solutions.

Major companies operating in the airport automation market are Siemens AG, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, The International Business Machines Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., NEC Corporation, Collins Aerospace, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, Leidos Holdings Inc., Wipro Limited, Rockwell Automation Inc., Amadeus IT Group SA, Daifuku Co. Ltd., Advantech Co. Ltd., Bosch Rexroth AG, Vanderlande Industries B.V., SITA - Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques, Smiths Detection, Morpho.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the airport automation market in 2025. The regions covered in the airport automation market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on electronics, sensors, software systems, and automated machinery components have raised costs for airport automation solutions, affecting installation and upgrades of baggage handling, check-in kiosks, and screening equipment. Land-side and air-side systems, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe, face the most significant impact due to reliance on imported technologies. However, tariffs are encouraging local production, promoting regional innovation, and driving cost-efficient solutions for airport operators while potentially enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities.

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Airport automation encompasses the integration of diverse technologies, systems, and processes within airports to streamline operations, boost efficiency, enhance passenger satisfaction, and ensure safety and security. It plays a pivotal role in modernizing airport infrastructure, improving operational effectiveness, elevating passenger experience, and addressing the evolving needs of the aviation sector.

The primary categories of airport automation include data acquisition and communication, automation and control, data storage, and software and solutions. Data acquisition and communication involve the collection and transmission of data from various sensors and sources within airport environments, covering both land and air domains. These technologies find application across multiple areas such as baggage handling and tracking, ground transportation and parking, retail and dining services, facility management, passenger assistance and services, emergency response and safety protocols, ground support equipment, air traffic management, airfield management, and more. They serve various end markets, including greenfield and brownfield developments.

The countries covered in the airport automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The airport automation market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as airport retail automation, maintenance and operations automation, traffic control operations, and border control automation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The airport automation market also includes sales of baggage handling systems, check-in kiosks, management software, and screening equipment. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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