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Aviation tech provider SITA has renewed and strengthened its long-term support for the Airports Council International (ACI) world's training and leadership program for airport executives, the ACI-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP).
SITA's increased support of AMPAP will allow ACI and ICAO to provide further training over the next three years, providing airport executives with collaborative solutions.
These efforts will play a critical role in building a skilled, sustainable aviation workforce, addressing the growing demands of the industry and ensuring its long-term success in a rapidly changing world.
ACI World Director-General Justin Erbacchi said: “SITA's continued support of the sector's leading training and leadership programs underscores the ongoing importance of AMPAP to the global airport community and the critical role technology plays in improving airport operations and streamlining passenger journeys. AMPAP is essential to the future of aviation and SITA's strong partnership will allow us to deliver more courses in the years ahead. By continually building and refining the skill sets of airport managers, we are equipping ourselves to navigate a dynamic and ever-evolving industry.”
added Nathalie Altweg, Senior Vice-President of SITA Airports:”Our industry must continue to evolve and develop if it is to deliver on our long-term goals for progress and sustainability with technological solutions at the heart of change. This training program equips executives with the necessary skills to meet the ever-increasing demand for more efficient, effective and environmentally sustainable airport business and operations in an increasingly competitive and rapidly changing world.”
ICAO Secretary-General Juan Carlos Salazar similarly commented: “SITA's strong support for the ACI-ICAO AMPAP program will help ensure that airport executives worldwide have the knowledge and skills to meet the sustainability requirements and unprecedented levels of technological and operational innovation that will dramatically transform the industry. equipped with “
A program for aviation leadership
AMPAP is a leading executive development program for airport managers worldwide that promotes adherence to the highest professional standards covering all functional areas of the airport business.
It incorporates ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), international regulations and ACI best practices, enhances airport efficiency, promotes innovation and sustainability, and incorporates new technologies such as advanced air mobility systems.
Over 1,300 students have graduated from AMPAP since the program's inception in 2007, including nearly 50 new graduates in 2024, which was celebrated at the AMPAP Graduation Ceremony held at the ACI World Customer Experience Summit and Exposition in Atlanta in September. Many AMPAP graduates go on to top leadership positions at their airports and organizations.
AMPAP graduates earn the International Airport Professional (IAP) designation, or AMPAP. Associate Diploma, recognition of an individual's excellence in airport management and proficiency in applying ACI Best Practices and ICAO SARPs.
Upcoming training sessions in early 2025 will be held in Turks and Caicos, Abu Dhabi, Lagos, Perth, Santo Domingo (Spanish), followed by locations in Europe and Canada.
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