During the five-day review from 26 to 30 November, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) and ACI World also signed a Declaration of Commitment and Collaboration, demonstrating their shared dedication to promoting excellence in airport operations. solidified.
bahrain – ACI World Today, we commemorate the 200th assessment of Airport Excellence (APEX). bahrain international airportThis marks a historic milestone in the program’s mission to improve global aviation standards.
Since 2011, the ACI World APEX program has provided comprehensive local airport reviews led by industry peers and experts to optimize airport operations, regulatory compliance, and aviation standards around the world. APEX is based on international civil aviation organization (ICAO) standards, international regulations, and ACI best practices, and provides reviews on four priority areas: security, cybersecurity, safety, and environment.
Luis Felipe de OliveiraACI World Director General, expressed enthusiasm for achieving this milestone and celebrating at Bahrain International Airport.
“The 200th APEX Review is a testament to this program’s relevance, success, and impact on raising aviation standards around the world.” Mr de Oliveira said. “We are proud to celebrate this achievement at Bahrain International Airport, a leading airport known for its commitment to raising standards in all areas of airport operations. We will continue to contribute to driving excellence in security, safety and sustainability. We will help conduct reviews, coach team members and bring knowledge and industry best practice to improve the sector. Thank you to all of our APEX evaluators for their shared aviation expertise.”
Mohammed Yousif Al BinfarahCEO of Bahrain Airport Company, said: “We are thrilled to continue our collaboration with Airports Council International (ACI) World through the APEX program, which provides us with valuable insights and recommendations to strengthen our security, cybersecurity, safety and environmental practices. We are pleased to announce that Bahrain Airport Company partnered with ACI World during the 2017 APEX Review to strengthen airport safety and airside operating practices, and today, this collaboration continues to optimize operations and improve international Incorporating Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and recommended practices, it aims to drive continuous improvement of the airport’s overall performance. At Bahrain Airport Company, we aim to provide our passengers and stakeholders with a world-class airport experience. This milestone not only strengthens our position as the region’s leading airport, but also inspires us to continually raise standards and set new benchmarks. But also in the aviation industry.”
In October 2023, ACI World launched its newest addition to the program, APEX in Cybersecurity. This review is designed to serve as a starting point for assessing cybersecurity practices at airports and allow airports to comprehensively assess their cybersecurity status.
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