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Times are changing fast at Sharjah International
Airport and we are constantly updating
facilities and equipment to keep pace
with the dynamic growth and market demand
that we have experienced at this airport.
Our
open skies, open ground policy, which
results in flexibility and competitiveness,
has attracted both large and small operators,
keen to take advantage of the opportunities
that await them here.
Cargo
has always been a prominent force at
the airport and we are proud to announce
that we have reached a record level
of cargo handled by any Middle East
airport. I would like to take this opportunity
to thank all our customers, airlines
and agents who have contributed to this
success. As a display of our commitment
to this sector we have opened a new
terminal to satisfy and cope with the
growth and to further enhance our logistical
support. We have witnessed a healthy
increase in sea-air cargo, highlighting
the excellent connections with our local
ports.
We
value greatly the custom of all the
airlines using the airport and it is
our intention to serve their needs and
in turn, those of their customers, to
the very best of our ability. We are
still the only airport in this region
to allow airlines to operate with their
own facilities.
As
traffic grows in our region, so will
the airport. We are very open and flexible
to their needs and expect even greater
passenger numbers in the coming years
as visitors discover the delights of
this beautiful emirate full of Islamic
architecture, heritage and traditions.
We
shall continue to enhance our position
both locally and internationally. However,
our fundamental philosophy remains the
same: to deliver the very highest standards
of facilities and service to all our
customers. We look forward to seeing
you at Sharjah International Airport.
Sheikh
Abdulla Bin Mohammed Al Thani
Chairman, Department of Civil Aviation
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