Solidarity with earthquake survivors

TAV Airports continues its commitment to aiding earthquake-affected people in Hatay Kırıkhan's "Havacılık Kent" container city, working closely with local authorities and AFAD. Thanks to the generous support of companies associated with the French Chamber of Commerce in Türkiye alongside Fraport TAV Antalya Airport, and the voluntary contributions of TAV Airports and its subsidiaries' employees, we've assisted 550 families during Ramadan. TAV Airports Executive Board Member and Chair of the Executive Committee Franck Mereyde met with residents of the city at an iftar dinner.

Serkan Kaptan receives ATN Award

Serkan Kaptan, CEO of TAV Airports, was honored at the "Air Transport Awards 2024." Dr. Kostas Iatrou, General Director and CEO of Air Transport News (ATN), presented the award to Kaptan for his contributions to the industry. The ATN Awards are prestigious international accolades within the air transport sector, acknowledging excellence and accomplishments within the aviation industry.

Burcu Geriş among Top 50 CFOs

Burcu Geriş, TAV Airports Deputy CEO and CFO, has been recognized as one of "Türkiye's Most Effective 50 CFOs" by Data Expert and BMI Business School Istanbul, as featured in Milliyet Executive. This list, established in 2016, highlights top finance leaders based on criteria set by industry experts and academics.

A time of recognitions

Following an evaluation conducted by the Great Place To Work Institute, a research institution focusing on corporate culture and employee experience, TAV Airports and TAV Technologies have been recognized among Türkiye's best employer brands. The awards, determined based on surveys and evaluations of employees. TAV Airports CHRO Hakan Öker and TAV Technologies CEO Kerem Öztürk together with HR teams participated at the awards ceremony.

TAV Technologies General Manager, Kerem Öztürk, received the “Future of CIO Award” during a ceremony held at Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul. Developed by TAV Technologies and recognized as a top-tier cost-efficiency project, the ground handling suite sets the industrial standard.

Five airports operated by TAV Airports - Almaty, Batumi, Madinah, Milas-Bodrum, and Tbilisi - were among the best in the World Airport Awards 2024, organized by Skytrax and determined by passenger choices. Madinah Airport climbed two spots from last year to be among the world's top 50 airports.

Meanwhile Izmir Adnan Menderes, Milas-Bodrum, Skopje, and Zagreb airports received recognition through the "Airport Service Quality" (ASQ) program. Izmir Adnan Menderes, Skopje, and Milas-Bodrum airports were selected as "Best in Europe" in their respective categories.

Enfidha: First to achieve Level 4 in Airport Carbon Accreditation

Enfidha Hammamet Airport, rose to the 4th level within the framework of the ACA program and achieved the "Transformation" certificate. 11 of the 15 airports operated by TAV Airports have the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) certificate, which is the only globally approved carbon management certification program for airports. Enfidha is the first in our portfolio to reach this level.

Tbilisi gets ISAGO certification

Tbilisi Airport has been registered and accredited under the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations program (ISAGO), covering the following disciplines: Organization and Management, Load Control, Passenger and Baggage Handling, Aircraft Handling and Loading and Aircraft Ground Movement. ISAGO accreditation proves that Tbilisi International Airport provides ground handling service in accordance with international standards and best practices, fully obeying IATA standards and recommendations.

Havaş Summit: Inspiring leadership

The Havaş Summit, a biennial event aimed at bringing together Havaş leaders to reflect on the company's past endeavours and chart a course for future plans held under the inspiring theme of "Inspiring Leadership." TAV Airports Deputy CEO and CFO, as well as Chairperson of Havaş Board of Directors, Burcu Geriş, contributed via a video message. TAV Airports CHRO Hakan Öker, along with Havaş General Manager Mete Erna and other executives delivered speeches. Executives also answered the questions of the participants in the "Management on Board" section. Facilitator Osman Karakoç shared leadership insights, fostering discussions on Havaş's vision, mission, and values. Attendees explored innovative ground handling practices, enhancing their leadership roles for the future.

OSH teams meet in Istanbul

TAV Airports occupational safety and health professionals (OSH) gathered in Istanbul for a workshop. CHRO Hakan Öker opened the two-day event. The first day included company presentations and meetings, while on the second day, professionals attended the 5th TOS+H Expo. Since its establishment in 2017, the TAV Airports OSH Committee has united professionals, fostering safety vision development and best practice sharing.

ATÜ Duty-Free expands Bodrum store

ATÜ Duty-Free has opened the doors of its main store at Bodrum Airport, which it refurbished by expanding the shopping area with the new walk-through concept and sustainable architecture. The main store in Bodrum is designed to provide a comfortable and privileged shopping experience for all its passengers, with a 100 percent walk-through concept in line with the flow of passengers on the departure floor.

TAV Airports teams running for a good cause

Fraport-TAV Antalya Airport proudly sponsored the Runtalya Marathon once again, infusing the event with vibrant energy. As the 19th edition unfolded, the city witnessed a spectacular display of athleticism and community spirit. Notably, the Fraport TAV Antalya Airport Running Team, comprising 94 enthusiastic members, joined the race, embodying the commitment to active living and community engagement.

In Istanbul, TAV Airports employees exhibited their passion for sports by taking part in the Istanbul Half Marathon. Their enthusiasm for the event not only led to personal achievements but also contributed to fostering a culture of wellness and camaraderie within the city.

Across the globe, Almaty Airport employees embraced the spirit of athleticism by participating in the Almaty Half Marathon. As sponsors of the event, the airport not only contributed to the success of the marathon but also connected with the local community through a lively promotional zone.

Through our sponsorship of marathons and active participation in sporting events, TAV Airports not only promotes a healthy lifestyle among employees but also strengthens bonds with city residents, contributing to the overall well-being and happiness of our communities.

TAV Security’s new partnerships

TAV Security has entered into an extensive partnership with AJet Airlines, with the goal of ensuring the utmost safety for passengers and flight crew by offering specialized security services to AJet Airlines' aircraft across Türkiye.

Furthermore, the company is expanding its existing collaboration with Pegasus Airlines to new horizons. By commencing operations at Izmir Adnan Menderes, Ankara Esenboğa, and Milas Bodrum airports, it aims to bolster the security services as part of this strategic expansion. With these advancements, TAV Security remains committed to enhancing passenger and flight safety by providing private security services for aircraft at Türkiye's premier airports, all operated by TAV Airports.

Almaty Airport's eco-conscious campaigns

Almaty Airport actively participated in the "Almaty is our common house" campaign by planting 20 trees in a nearby park, supporting the city hall's Clean City challenge. Moreover, Almaty Airport extended its environmental commitment by sponsoring the Private Fund "Eco fund Tabigat" and planting 50 young trees in the Almaty Pine Forest. The Eco fund Tabigat has played a pivotal role in raising environmental awareness through eco-forums, festivals, and clean-up events.

Let the summer season begin!

Milas-Bodrum Airport, welcomed Jet2.com's first flight from Liverpool. The flight, LS3211 operated with a B738 aircraft, brought 154 British passengers to Bodrum. The passengers were greeted with flowers at the terminal. Jet2.com plans to operate 793 flights to 11 different destinations, including Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, East Midlands, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, and Stansted, throughout the season until November 3.

Milas-Bodrum Airport, with flights operated by a total of 51 airlines to 71 different destinations in 36 countries, served 28,216 passengers on international flights in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 17% increase compared to the same period last year. The total number of passengers increased by 15% compared to the same period last year, reaching 249,716.

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport celebrates the inaugural base flight from Brussels by Corendon with a water salute.The flight, XC7655 operated with a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, brought 189 passengers to Alanya. The passengers were greeted with flowers at the terminal. Corendon plans to operate 1,278 flights to 17 destinations from a total of seven different countries, including Brussels, Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Copenhagen, and Tehran, throughout the season until October 26th.

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport, with flights operated by a total of 14 airlines to 23 different destinations in 12 countries, served 36,729 passengers on international flights in the first quarter of 2024, marking an 88% increase compared to the same period last year. The total number of passengers increased by 29% compared to the same period last year, reaching 135,651.

“Looking ahead, we have revised upwards our traffic forecast for the full year and now see passenger volumes in 2024 exceeding pre-pandemic volumes (2019) by +3.2% – instead of +1.4% previously. This reflects positive prospects for the summer season, with demand set to remain strong as consumers keep prioritising travel despite much higher air fares. This also reflects sustained but selective capacity expansion from Ultra-Low Cost Carriers, as well as the largest Full Service Carriers finally getting closer to their pre-pandemic capacity levels. The market remains very fragmented in terms of traffic performance, with only 43% of Europe’s airports having recovered their pre-pandemic passenger volumes. And downside risks are ever-present, in particular linked to geopolitics and supply pressures”.

Olivier Jankovec,
Director of ACI Europe on ACI EUROPE’s air traffic report for March and the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, along with a revised passenger traffic forecast for the full year 2024.