Airside Services Global Market Report 2024

The airside services market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $4.47 billion in 2023 to $4.95 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be credited to the growth of air travel, the development of airport infrastructure, increasing demand for airside services, the expansion of low-cost carriers, globalization, and concerns related to security and regulations.

The airside services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.21 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be ascribed to changing trends in air travel, a heightened emphasis on sustainability and adherence to environmental regulations, the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, developments in e-commerce and drone cargo logistics, and the expansion of emerging markets. Key trends in the forecast period encompass strategic collaborations, the integration of automation and robotics, real-time data analytics and AI, as well as the adoption of green and sustainable technologies and biometric technologies.

The expansion of the commercial aviation industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the airside services market in the future. Commercial aviation involves the operation of aircraft for commercial purposes, primarily for transporting passengers and cargo in exchange for monetary compensation. Airside services play a critical role in facilitating the smooth operation of commercial aviation, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and timely functioning of aircraft at the ground level of airports. As per a report from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics in March 2023, US airlines witnessed a 30% yearly increase, transporting 194 million more passengers in 2022 than in 2021. During January to December 2022, US airlines managed 853 million passengers (unadjusted), showing a significant rise from 658 million in 2021 and 388 million in 2020. Therefore, the expansion of the commercial aviation industry is a driving force behind the growth of the airside services market.

Increasing investments in airport infrastructure are poised to fuel the growth of the airside services market in the future. Investments in airport infrastructure involve financial commitments from various stakeholders, including governments, airport authorities, private investors, and other entities, to support the development, expansion, and enhancement of facilities and structures at airports. Investments in airport infrastructure lead to a heightened demand for airside services as new runways, taxiways, and terminals necessitate corresponding support services to manage aircraft movements and operations. According to the Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) in March 2023, the funding requirement for US terminal building projects increased from $40.10 billion in 2021-2025 to $63.20 billion in 2023-2027. Hence, increasing investments in airport infrastructure are propelling the growth of the airside services market.

Technological advancements represent a prominent trend gaining traction in the airside services market. Major companies operating in this market are embracing new technologies to maintain their market position. For example, in May 2023, Honeywell International Inc., a US-based technology and manufacturing company, introduced an enhanced suite of airside solutions, including the NAVITAS Smart Visual Docking system and integrated ramp management system. By combining an integrated ramp management system with cyber-secure airfield solutions, the arrival preparedness, docking process support, turnaround, and departure management are improved. The smart visual docking system enhances gate operation decision-making by providing more precise and informed information, optimizing gate operations and enhancing situational awareness for pilots and airside operations teams, resulting in shorter aircraft turnaround times.

Major companies in the airside services market are directing their efforts towards developing innovative solutions such as Software as a Service (SaaS). SaaS refers to a cloud computing model where software applications are provided over the internet on a subscription basis. For instance, in October 2023, Transoft Solutions, a Canada-based software company, launched the 'AeroCENTRAL' SaaS solution. This platform allows users to seamlessly share crucial airside infrastructure and operational information across teams and departments through a unified, centralized system. The scalable platform is readily accessible to diverse stakeholders and includes specialized applications designed for operational and technical planning activities.

In August 2022, Alliance Ground International, a US-based airline cargo handling services company, acquired Airport Terminal Services (ATS) for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition will enable Alliance Ground International to expand its presence in the airport terminal and passenger side of the industry. Airport Terminal Services (ATS) is a US-based company that provides airside services.

Major companies operating in the airside services market report are United Aviation Services, Honeywell International Inc., Aeromexico Servicios, Collins Aerospace, Acciona S.A., Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), Dnata, Aviapartner Holding NV, BBA Aviation plc, Singapore Airport Terminal Services Ltd, DAL Global Services LLC, Menzies Aviation Limited, John Menzies Plc., SATS Ltd., PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Flughafen München GmbH, Saudi Ground Services Company, NAS Airport Services Limited, Celebi Aviation Holding, Aviator Airport Alliance AB, Sky Handling Partner, JetEx Flight Support, Aircraft Service International Group Inc., Transworld Aviation FZE, Universal Aviation Corporation, SAS Ground Handling, Aloha Group, Alitalia Airlines, Servisair, Aero Ground Handling (AGH).

North America was the largest region in the airside services market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the airside services market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the airside services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The main components of airside service platforms include hardware, software, and services. Hardware refers to the physical components or devices that make up a computer system or electronic device. In the context of airside services, hardware is utilized for runway lighting and signage systems, providing visual guidance and ensuring safety during aircraft operations. This includes elements such as runway edge lights, threshold lights, taxiway lights, and approach lighting systems. Various services are offered, including ramp handling, ground handling, aircraft maintenance, fuel and oil handling, traffic control, and others. These services are applicable to different airport classes, such as class A, class B, class C, and class D, and are employed in both commercial and military airports.

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The airside services market consists of revenues earned by entities by maintaining roadways and taxiways, responding to airfield incidents and emergencies, wildlife management, inspecting taxation and runways, managing aircraft parking, and aircraft escort allocation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The airside services market also includes sales of lights, connectors, cabling, sensors, and computer hardware which are used in providing airside services. 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.