ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East announces winners of Safety Recognition Awards 2025

ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East today honored three airports for their outstanding commitment to aerodrome safety with the presentation of its inaugural Safety Recognition Awards 2025. The awards were presented at the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly, Conference and Exhibition in New Delhi, India.

Dubai International Airport (DXB - UAE), Kempegowda International Airport (BLR- India) and Narita International Airport (NAA- Japan) were recognised for their exemplary safety cultures and innovative approaches to promoting aerodrome safety. 

The awards were based on submissions detailing successful safety initiatives, with winners selected by a distinguished panel of judges comprising the Regional Directors of ICAO APAC Office, ICAO MID Office, and ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East. 

The winners are: 

Diamond Award: Dubai Airports (DXB) U.A.E

Gold Award: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), India

Silver Award: Narita International Airport (NRT), Japan 

The winners were selected from a pool of submissions from airports from across Asia-Pacific and Middle East.  

Mr. Stefano Baronci, Director General of ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, said: "Safety is number one priority. The selected airports, carefully scrutinised by ICAO, have been awarded for their innovative solutions and represent best practices for other airports to follow. We congratulate the winners and commend all participating airports for their commitment to aviation safety."