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    Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport

    One of China's top ten busiest airports, serving as a major hub for southeastern China.

    IATA Code:XMN
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    Overview of the Airport

    Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) is located 12 km northeast of downtown Xiamen on Xiamen Island in Fujian Province. It serves as the primary gateway for domestic and international flights in the region and is the main base for XiamenAir.

    24.5392, 118.1278

    20.7M
    Passenger Traffic
    370K
    Cargo Throughput

    Growth Trend

    Passenger traffic has shown steady recovery post-pandemic, with a 12% year-over-year increase in 2023.

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    Employment

    18,000

    Employees include airline staff, ground handlers, retail workers, security, and airport operations personnel.

    Airport Asset

    Global Ranking

    Ranked among the top 10 busiest airports in China by passenger volume.
    165.2K
    Aircraft Movements

    Market Share of Major Airlines

    Capacity Expansion

    A new airport, Xiamen Xiang'an International, is under construction to address capacity limits and support future growth.

    Capacity Expansion

    Technological Advancements

    Recent upgrades include expanded self-service check-in, facial recognition boarding, and enhanced digital passenger services.

    Technological Advancements

    Sustainability Initiatives

    The airport is implementing energy-efficient lighting, waste reduction programs, and green building standards.

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Recommendations

    Policy Alignment

    Coordinate with national authorities to ensure smooth transition to the new airport and secure infrastructure funding.

    Infrastructure Investment

    Focus on maintaining current facilities while investing in seamless connectivity to the upcoming Xiang'an International Airport.

    Sustainability Focus

    Accelerate adoption of renewable energy and eco-friendly operations to meet national environmental targets.