How can technology help airports reach their sustainability objectives? | Amadeus

At Amadeus we recently surveyed senior airport leaders to seek their perspectives on the intersection between sustainability and technology. Many of the findings were to be expected, but there were some surprises too.

Firstly, it’s clear that sustainability is a top priority for airport leaders. Our research confirms that airports are taking concrete steps to address sustainability – nearly half have a step-by-step sustainability plan in place, and a further 45% are in the process of developing one.

It’s also clear that airports are turning to technology as a means to reach their sustainability goals. In fact, 76% of respondents confirmed that sustainability objectives are now an important driver of technology investment for their airport.

Where do airport leaders see potential for impact?

Nearly half of the airport leaders surveyed told us the biggest opportunity for their airport is facilitating airline partners to lower their carbon impact. Options include improving…