Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: After a record-breaking 2015, Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 14.1% increase in passenger traffic at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) for January 2016 compared to the same period last year. A total of 2,154,241 people travelled through AUH last month, surpassing the previous January 2015 figure of 1,887,631.
"The remarkable growth of Abu Dhabi as a global destination for business and leisure has catalyzed the corresponding increase in passenger numbers for the month of January," said Eng. Ahmad Al Haddabi, Chief Operations Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports.
"The ongoing expansion of Etihad Airways' operations continues to drive up the number of passengers travelling to and from Abu Dhabi. Its strategic partnerships have also made a significant impact, as highlighted by the recent announcement by Etihad Airways of a 63% increase in annual passenger traffic between India and Abu Dhabi with partner Jet Airways," said Eng. Al Haddabi.
Aircraft movements in January 2016 reached 14,514, up by 2.7% to 14,128 movements recorded in January 2015. Bangkok, London Heathrow, Doha, Bombay, and Jeddah featured as the top-five destinations from Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Several destinations saw significant growth in passenger traffic, with Italy surpassing its January 2015 figures by 79.2% last month, and Australia posting a 37.7% increase in the same timeframe.
Eng. Al Haddabi added: "Our multi-faceted growth will be accompanied by a sustained commitment towards cooperation with our airline partners and airport stakeholders to ensure a world-class experience for all passengers who fly through Abu Dhabi International Airport."
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January Traffic Summary
Traffic | January | Year to date | ||||
| This Year | Last Year | % Var | This Year | Last Year | % Var |
Total Passengers | 2,154,241 | 1,887,631 | 14.1% | 2,154,241 | 1,887,631 | 14.1% |
Total Aircraft Movements | 14,514 | 14,128 | 2.7 | 14,514 | 14,128 | 2.7 |
Cargo (metric tons) | 61,746 | 64,479 | -4.2% | 61,746 | 64,479 | -4.2% |
About Abu Dhabi Airports
Abu Dhabi Airports 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, Abu Dhabi Airports assumed responsibility for the operation and management of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain International Airports. In 2008, Abu Dhabi Airports added Al Bateen Executive Airport (an exclusive business aviation airport), as well as 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 45 million passengers per year. As part of this redevelopment, a second runway and a third terminal have been completed.
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