The global airport automation market size is estimated to grow from USD 8.78 billion in 2025, to USD 19.54 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.53% during the forecast period, till 2035.
Airport automation Market: Growth and Trends
The automation of airports represents a groundbreaking segment within the aviation sector, centered on the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies to improve both operational efficiency and the passenger experience. Automation such as self-service kiosks, biometric solutions, and automated baggage handling aim to simplify numerous procedures, spanning from check-in and security screening to boarding in airports. The advantages of airport automation are significant, including reduced wait times, diminished human error, and lowered operational costs, all of which ultimately contribute to heightened customer satisfaction and loyalty.
With passenger numbers rising, especially in Southeast Asia, airports are turning to automation technologies to improve efficiency and enhance the passenger experience. As a result, the global market for airport automation is projected to experience considerable growth during the forecast period.
Report Scope
Type of System
- Automation & Control
- Data Acquisition & Communication
- Data Storage
- Software & Solutions
Type of Technology
- Air Traffic Management (ATM)
- Automated Ground Handling
- Baggage Handling Systems
- Information Technology (IT) Solutions
- Passenger Processing
- Security Systems
Level of Automation
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4
Type of Airport Operation
- Airside
- Landside
- Terminal Side
End User
- Cargo Airports
- Commercial Airports
- Military Airports
Geographical Regions
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Other North American countries
- Europe
- Austria
- Belgium
- Denmark
- France
- Germany
- Ireland
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Russia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- UK
- Other European countries
- Asia
- China
- India
- Japan
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Other Asian countries
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Venezuela
- Other Latin American countries
- Middle East and North Africa
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Kuwait
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Other MENA countries
- Rest of the World
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Other countries
Airport Automation Market: Key Segments
Market Share by Type of System
Based on type of system, the global airport automation market is segmented into automation & control, data acquisition & communication, data storage and software & solutions. According to our estimates, currently, automation & control segment captures the majority of the market. This can be attributed to the demand for enhanced operational efficiency, better passenger experiences, and increased safety and security measures.
On the other hand, the data storage segment is projected to achieve a relatively higher compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period. This is due to the rapid rise in data produced by various automated systems, including passenger processing, baggage handling, and real-time monitoring systems for airports.
Market Share by Type of Technology
Based on type of technology, the global airport automation market is segmented into air traffic management (ATM), automated ground handling, baggage handling systems, information technology (IT) solutions, passenger processing and security systems. According to our estimates, currently, baggage handling systems segment captures the majority of the market. Moreover, this segment is anticipated to experience a relatively higher growth rate during the forecast period. This is attributed to its essential role in improving operational efficiency and enhancing passenger satisfaction.
Market Share by Level of Automation
Based on level of automation, the global airport automation market is segmented into level 1, level 2, level 3 and level 4. According to our estimates, currently, level 1 segment captures the majority of the market. This can be attributed to the widespread use of self-service technologies in airports, including automated check-in kiosks and mobile boarding passes, which greatly improve passenger convenience and optimize operations.
On the other hand, the level 2 segment is anticipated to experience a relatively higher growth rate during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to its capacity to boost operational efficiency and enhance passenger experiences considering the increasing traffic.
Market Share by Type of Airport Operation
Based on type of airport operation, the global airport automation market is segmented into airside, landside and terminal side. According to our estimates, currently, landside segment captures the majority of the market. Additionally, this segment is expected to experience a relatively higher CAGR during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to the essential need for improving passenger experiences and operational effectiveness in areas such as check-in, security screening, and baggage handling.
Market Share by End User
Based on end user, the global airport automation market is segmented into cargo airports, commercial airports and military airports. According to our estimates, currently, commercial airports segment captures the majority of the market. Additionally, this segment is anticipated to experience a comparatively higher CAGR during the forecast period. This can be attributed to their capacity to process a significant number of passengers and flights on a daily basis, creating a demand for advanced technological solutions to enhance both efficiency and manage complexity.
Market Share by Geographical Regions
Based on geographical regions, the airport automation market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, Middle East and North Africa, and the rest of the world. According to our estimates, currently, North America captures the majority share of the market.
However, the market in Asia is expected to grow at a relatively higher CAGR during the forecast period. This rapid growth is primarily driven by a rising middle class and increasing demand for air travel, which are encouraging investments in smart airport projects. Additionally, this growth is also propelled by the need for improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction, as airports strive to accommodate rising passenger numbers and optimize processes through automation technologies.
Sample Players in Airport Automation Market Profiled in the Report Include:
- ABB
- Amadeus IT
- Amazon Web Services
- Cisco Systems
- Collins Aerospace
- Daifuku
- Honeywell
- IBM
- Oracle
- Siemens
- SITA
- Thales Group
- Vanderlande
- Veoci
- Wipro
Airport automation Market: Research Coverage
The report on the airport automation market features insights on various sections, including:
- Market Sizing and Opportunity Analysis: An in-depth analysis of the airport automation market, focusing on key market segments, including [A] type of system, [B] type of technology, [C] level of automation, [D] type of airport operation, [E] end user and [F] geographical regions.
- Competitive Landscape: A comprehensive analysis of the companies engaged in the airport automation market, based on several relevant parameters, such as [A] year of establishment, [B] company size, [C] location of headquarters and [D] ownership structure.
- Company Profiles: Elaborate profiles of prominent players engaged in the airport automation market, providing details on [A] location of headquarters, [B]company size, [C] company mission, [D] company footprint, [E] management team, [F] contact details, [G] financial information, [H] operating business segments, [I] service / product portfolio, [J] moat analysis, [K] recent developments, and an informed future outlook.
- Megatrends: An evaluation of ongoing megatrends in airport automation industry.
- Patent Analysis: An insightful analysis of patents filed / granted in the airport automation domain, based on relevant parameters, including [A] type of patent, [B] patent publication year, [C] patent age and [D] leading players.
- Recent Developments: An overview of the recent developments made in the airport automation market, along with analysis based on relevant parameters, including [A] year of initiative, [B] type of initiative, [C] geographical distribution and [D] most active players.
- Porter’s Five Forces Analysis: An analysis of five competitive forces prevailing in the airport automation market, including threats of new entrants, bargaining power of buyers, bargaining power of suppliers, threats of substitute products and rivalry among existing competitors.
- SWOT Analysis: An insightful SWOT framework, highlighting the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the domain. Additionally, it provides Harvey ball analysis, highlighting the relative impact of each SWOT parameter.
Key Questions Answered in this Report
- How many companies are currently engaged in airport automation market?
- Which are the leading companies in this market?
- What factors are likely to influence the evolution of this market?
- What is the current and future market size?
- What is the CAGR of this market?
- How is the current and future market opportunity likely to be distributed across key market segments?
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Table of Contents
SECTION I: REPORT OVERVIEW
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- ABB
- Amadeus IT
- Amazon Web Services
- Cisco Systems
- Collins Aerospace
- Daifuku
- Honeywell
- IBM
- Oracle
- Siemens
- SITA
- Thales Group
- Vanderlande
- Veoci
- Wipro
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