Overview
Abu Dhabi Airports is a public joint-stock company and part of ADQ, one of the region's largest holding companies, established in 2006 to spearhead the development of the aviation infrastructure and aviation-related services at the Emirate of Abu Dhabi's airports. The company operates five commercial airports in the emirate including Zayed International Airport, Al Ain International Airport, Al Bateen Executive Airport and the island airports in Sir Bani Yas and Delma.
The company employs over a thousand staff and operates with revenue estimates between 50M and 100M USD. Abu Dhabi Airports owns and operates airports and provides developmental, handling, and cargo, as well as catering, travel, and other management services. Abu Dhabi Airports also oversees Abu Dhabi Duty Free and Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone.
Recent Leadership & Operations
Elena Sorlini is Abu Dhabi Airports' Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. Abu Dhabi Airports recorded more than 33 million passengers in 2025—the highest annual passenger traffic in the emirate's history, with Zayed International Airport alone handling 32.5 million passengers during the year. Abu Dhabi Airports has been recognized as the Best Airport for Retail at the 2025 Aviation Business Awards.
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