RAK International Airport numbers up by 59% for Q1
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Ras Al Khaimah International Airport witnessed growth in the first quarter of the year. Passenger numbers have grown by 58.5% compared with the same period last year and all other indicators, such as aircraft movements, duty-free sales and cargo tonnage, have also increased.
RAK International Airport Director, Andrew Gower said: “There are many factors behind this growth, such as our attractive pricing structure, the introduction of our new ground handing operator, the development of new routes and of course the improvements to our service and in-terminal facilities.”
“We continue to explore new opportunities and markets, using a ‘lean’ approach. We will also continue to listen to our markets and adapt to changes of the ever-evolving aviation industry,” he added.
Gower said a recent visit by RAK International Airport team to the Routes conference in China had stimulated the market and airport is in discussions with a number of large scheduled operators from the commercial and cargo sectors.
Over the last four weeks a new business lounge has been opened at the airport, RAK Airways has launched its Premium Class product, Duty-Free offerings have been increased and a new café has been opened.