21st April, 2013 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) celebrated today winning the "Best Airport in the Middle East" award, for Abu Dhabi International Airport, for the second year running, at the prestigious 2013 World Airport Awards.

H.E. Ali Majed Al Mansoori, Chairman of ADAC, commented: "ADAC is proud of Abu Dhabi International Airport claiming the title of "Best Airport in the Middle East" for the second year, as it is motivating to know that our efforts and hard work are being appreciated and acknowledged."

H.E. continued: "ADAC would like to thank all of our partners and stakeholders, particularly Abu Dhabi Police and Customs, for their continued support of all ADAC initiatives. ADAC would also like to extend a thank you to all passengers who took part in the survey for their positive feedback and trust in Abu Dhabi International Airport and its services."

"ADAC is on track with its plans for the development of the Emirate's airports' infrastructure to support Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, and deliver efficient and quality services that will exceed that of leading international airports. This accolade today adds to ADAC's accountability and commitment to deliver the iconic Mid-Field Terminal in 2017, positioning Abu Dhabi and the UAE as the air transport hub for the region" added Al Mansoori.

Edward Plaisted, Chairman of SKYTRAX presented Mohammed Al Katheeri, Vice President Quality Assurance & EHS at ADAC, with the award at a ceremony held at the Passenger Terminal EXPO in Geneva.

Edward Plaisted, Chairman of SKYTRAX, said: "Abu Dhabi International Airport has not rested on its success at last year's awards, and to once again be named as the Best Airport Middle East is a fantastic achievement. The quality improvements made over the last 12 months continue to place Abu Dhabi International Airport in a favourable position amongst its regional competitors, being the only airport in the Middle East ranked amongst the top 20 airports in the global survey."

The World Airport Awards, based on the annual SKYTRAX independent airport passenger satisfaction survey, are the most prestigious recognition of quality for airports across the world. Launched in 1999, the World Airport Survey is the leading airport passenger satisfaction benchmark.

For more information, please visit ADAC website on www.adac.ae

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About World Airport Award
The World Airport Awards (www.worldairportawards.com) are managed by the air transport rating organisation, Skytrax Research of London, UK.  The Airport Survey has operated since 1999, and the 2013 Awards are based on 12.1 million airline passenger nominations, and include 395 airports worldwide. The survey evaluates 39 airport Service and Product key performance indicators - from check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security and immigration through to departure at the gate.

About Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC)
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) is a public joint-stock company wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. It was incorporated by Amiri Decree number 5, issued on 4 March 2006, to spearhead the development of the Emirate's aviation infrastructure. In September 2006, ADAC assumed responsibility for the operation and management of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain International Airports. In 2008, ADAC added Al Bateen Executive Airport (an exclusive private aviation airport), and Sir Bani Yas and Delma Island Airports to its portfolio. These airports are geared to serve the various segments of air travellers, the aviation marketplace, and will help contribute to Abu Dhabi's development as a destination for both business and leisure tourism.

Currently under way is the multi-billion dollar re-development and expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport designed to increase the overall capacity of the airport to more than 40 million passengers per year. As part of this redevelopment, a second runway and a third terminal have been completed.

For more information, please contact:

Asala Faddah
Mob: +971 56 696 0787
Tel: +971 2 447 2805
E-Mail: adac@hillandknowlton.com

Elham Bourani
P.O. Box: 94449, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
Tel: +971 2   505 3304
Mob: +971 50 818 0467
E-mail: ebourani@adac.ae

Radwa Shehab
P.O. Box: 94449, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
Tel: +971 2   505 3261
Mob: +971 50 262 22349
E-mail: rshehab@adac.ae

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