Abu Dhabi Airport renamed Zayed International Airport
Published: 06:02 AM,Feb 10,2024 | EDITED : 10:02 AM,Feb 10,2024
With Terminal A, Zayed International Airport features one of the world’s largest terminals, capable of welcoming up to 45 million passengers per year
Abu Dhabi - Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon al Nahyan, Advisor of Special Affairs at the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Airports' Board of Directors, has attended a ceremony to rename Abu Dhabi International Airport as Zayed International Airport, in honor of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Paying tribute to Sheikh Zayed’s remarkable legacy and history of accomplishments in introducing the UAE to the world, the new brand encompasses the richness of Emirati culture and Arabian heritage. Designed to provide an innovative and seamless airport experience, the renamed airport meets the highest standards of quality and traveler expectations.
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan said: “We are immensely proud to rename Abu Dhabi’s largest airport in honor of the Founding Father of the UAE. The unsurpassed achievements of the late Sheikh Zayed in connecting our country to nations around the world have inspired our commitment to ensuring that Abu Dhabi further strengthens its position as a world-leading hub for travel, trade, and commerce.
I would like to thank His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for entrusting us with carrying forward the name of the Founding Father, helping to commemorate his unforgettable legacy that impacts us to this day and will continue to inspire future generations. Opening its gates to the world, Zayed International Airport ushers in a new era for Abu Dhabi’s aviation sector. The airport’s state-of-the-art infrastructure delivers exceptional connectivity, innovation, and sustainability for an elevated guest experience while propelling regional tourism, trade, and commerce to new heights.”
Abu Dhabi Airports hosted the unveiling of the new name, Zayed International Airport, at an event attended by key stakeholders, including staff and partners.
Several activities for passengers traveling through the airport are also taking place throughout the weekend, including live performances by international artists, digital showcases, personalized travel giveaways, and offers and promotions from partners.
With Terminal A, Zayed International Airport features one of the world’s largest terminals, capable of welcoming up to 45 million passengers per year and marking a new era for transport and aviation infrastructure in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. During the first 60 days after Terminal A became fully operational, Zayed International Airport welcomed 4.48 million passengers, with 1.21 million arrivals, 1.22 million departures, two million transfers, and more than 24,000 flights. Zayed International Airport served 117 travel destinations in December 2023, an increase of 20% from 100 cities in 2022, due to a rapidly growing airline network of 28 international carriers.
Paying tribute to Sheikh Zayed’s remarkable legacy and history of accomplishments in introducing the UAE to the world, the new brand encompasses the richness of Emirati culture and Arabian heritage. Designed to provide an innovative and seamless airport experience, the renamed airport meets the highest standards of quality and traveler expectations.
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan said: “We are immensely proud to rename Abu Dhabi’s largest airport in honor of the Founding Father of the UAE. The unsurpassed achievements of the late Sheikh Zayed in connecting our country to nations around the world have inspired our commitment to ensuring that Abu Dhabi further strengthens its position as a world-leading hub for travel, trade, and commerce.
I would like to thank His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for entrusting us with carrying forward the name of the Founding Father, helping to commemorate his unforgettable legacy that impacts us to this day and will continue to inspire future generations. Opening its gates to the world, Zayed International Airport ushers in a new era for Abu Dhabi’s aviation sector. The airport’s state-of-the-art infrastructure delivers exceptional connectivity, innovation, and sustainability for an elevated guest experience while propelling regional tourism, trade, and commerce to new heights.”
Abu Dhabi Airports hosted the unveiling of the new name, Zayed International Airport, at an event attended by key stakeholders, including staff and partners.
Several activities for passengers traveling through the airport are also taking place throughout the weekend, including live performances by international artists, digital showcases, personalized travel giveaways, and offers and promotions from partners.
With Terminal A, Zayed International Airport features one of the world’s largest terminals, capable of welcoming up to 45 million passengers per year and marking a new era for transport and aviation infrastructure in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. During the first 60 days after Terminal A became fully operational, Zayed International Airport welcomed 4.48 million passengers, with 1.21 million arrivals, 1.22 million departures, two million transfers, and more than 24,000 flights. Zayed International Airport served 117 travel destinations in December 2023, an increase of 20% from 100 cities in 2022, due to a rapidly growing airline network of 28 international carriers.