“Al Maktoum Airport” will deal with 260 million passengers annually

“The UAE is currently working to inaugurate Al Maktoum International Airport, which will be the largest airport in the world with its exceptional capabilities, as it will deal with about 260 million passengers, and 12 million tons of goods annually”.

Bin Touq added – in his speech during the opening of the fourth global symposium of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), to support the implementation and the global sustainable aviation market, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, may God bless him – that “This project is one of the pillars (Emirates Strategy) to enhance its location as a global axis of aviation, as it will provide the latest technologies and smart systems to ensure a smooth and sustainable travel experience, and it will depend on an advanced infrastructure that supports the operation of modern low -emissions, as well as expanding the use of clean energy sources, What enhances the state’s commitment to sustainability in the aviation sector.

He pointed out that «the UAE realized the importance of innovation as a basic pillar of progress and continues to give priority to creating more intelligent, safe and sustainable aircraft systems, by integrating artificial intelligence to improve air traffic management and experience travelers and developing techniques that reduce emissions.

He noted that the UAE launched, in cooperation with “ICAO” and the relevant authorities, specialized training programs, and provided scholarships, and established platforms aimed at providing the next generation of flying professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the challenges of the future, by building a global talent base.

Bin Touq stressed the importance of sustainability, which called on the UAE to launch the first version of the global sustainable aviation market, yesterday, a leading idea that was launched from the state to be a global platform that translates aspirations into actions, while seeking to become a periodic event under the umbrella of “ICAO” that enhances its role in support The organization’s efforts to remove carbon from the aviation sector.

He pointed out that the UAE has proven its commitment to this goal, by allocating significant investments in sustainable fuel research, cooperation with global renewable energy leaders, and the launch of leading initiatives in hydrogen -based aircraft, and airlines and airports in the country also set standards for carbon neutrality.

In addition, Bin Touq said – during the expanded ministerial session, which was held on the sidelines of the event – that “the aviation sector contributes between 12 and 13% of the state’s gross domestic product, and the country’s aviation sector contributes to providing millions of jobs, not only within the Emirates, but also At the global level, what shows the ability of the aviation sector to support the local economy in various countries, by supporting economic growth and increasing the number of jobs. And contributing to medical evacuation operations.