The Future We Aim to Create
\nWe aim to be globally recognized as a pioneer
\nin the aviation industry across the Asia-Pacific region,
\ncontinuously shaping the future of airport operations
\nas a world-class airport operator.<\/p>\n
Turning journeys into unforgettable experiences.
\nThat\u2019s our mission at Kansai Airports.<\/p>\n
We continue to take on challenges to offer new experiences at the airport
\n\u2014an integral part of the journey.<\/p>\n
Challenge for Future
\nKansai Airports Group is actively working in a variety of fields in collaboration with stakeholders and the local community to create a new airport experience and contribute to the development of Kansai and Japan.<\/p>\n
Our initiatives in various areas.\u3000Safety initiatives: Build strong airports that can respond appropriately to emergencies and recover quickly.\u3000Fast travel initiatives: Promote digitalization to improve efficiency in airport operations.\u3000Environmental initiatives: Actively collaborate with local communities to realize a sustainable society.<\/p>\n
Our Journey of Challenges
\nKansai Airports has undertaken a wide range of initiatives, including several \u201cfirsts\u201d and \u201clargest\u201d achievements among Japanese airports.
\nHere, we present the journey of our challenges and accomplishments.<\/p>\n
2025<\/p>\n
Mar.<\/p>\n
Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 Renovation Grand Opening<\/p>\n
Terminal 1 at Kansai International Airport after renovation.
\nFeb.<\/p>\n
The largest domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Solar power generation facilities begin operation at Kansai International Airport and Osaka Itami Airport<\/p>\n
Solar power generation facilities.
\n2024<\/p>\n
Jul.<\/p>\n
A first at a domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Providing wheelchair mobility assistance services to airlines and other organizations<\/p>\n
Wheelchair mobility support services being provided.
\n2023<\/p>\n
Aug.<\/p>\n
Largest domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Osaka Itami Airport introduces Japan’s largest number of EV charging outlets<\/p>\n
An electric vehicle charger sign.
\nApr.<\/p>\n
Seaweed harvested at Kansai International Airport was transplanted to Hannan City<\/p>\n
Donating collected seaweed to Hannan City.
\nMar.<\/p>\n
Kansai Airports formulates new environmental plan (Environmental Vision 2050 and Environmental Goals 2030)<\/p>\n
A diagram of Environmental Vision 2050, which aims to create a sustainable society through decarbonization, a circular economy, and living in harmony with the environment.
\n2022<\/p>\n
Dec.<\/p>\n
Seaweed beds around Kansai International Airport receive J Blue Credit certification<\/p>\n
Seaweed beds around Kansai International Airport.
\nOct.<\/p>\n
A first for an airport company!<\/p>\n
Joined “ACT FOR SKY” to promote the commercialization, dissemination and expansion of domestically produced SAF<\/p>\n
Logos of companies participating in Act for Sky.
\nJun.<\/p>\n
Memorandum of Understanding signed on cooperation toward commercialization of domestically produced SAF<\/p>\n
Jun.<\/p>\n
Airbus and Kansai Airports collaborate to explore hydrogen utilization in Japan<\/p>\n
Signing a memorandum of understanding for the commercialization of domestically produced SAF.
\nOct.<\/p>\n
First in Osaka Prefecture!<\/p>\n
Introduction of hydrogen-powered fuel cell buses<\/p>\n
A fuel cell bus.
\nFeb.<\/p>\n
AODB (Airport Operational Data Base) begins operation<\/p>\n
Airport operations using AODB. Airport operation information is aggregated and centralized throughout airline companies, civil aviation authorities, and government agencies, as well as ground handlers and transport facilities.
\n2021<\/p>\n
Nov.<\/p>\n
A first at a domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Three airports achieve Airport Carbon Certification Level 4<\/p>\n
Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4 certification was obtained.
\nOct.<\/p>\n
Disaster prevention work completed at Kansai International Airport<\/p>\n
A road and its walls after disaster prevention work.
\nIntroduction of autonomous patrol surveillance robots<\/p>\n
An autonomous patrol surveillance robot.
\n2020<\/p>\n
Jul.<\/p>\n
Grand opening of renovated Osaka Itami Airport<\/p>\n
OSAKA Itami Airport after renovation.
\n2019<\/p>\n
Jun.<\/p>\n
A first at a domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Community acquires CEIV Pharma certification for pharmaceutical air transport quality<\/p>\n
The CEIV Pharma certification logo certifying pharmaceutical air transport quality.
\nApr.<\/p>\n
Formulating a new BCP (Business Continuity Plan)<\/p>\n
New BCP. Prevention: Strengthen the daily operation framework and enhance education and training. \u2192 Disaster mitigation and emergency response: Ensure attentive passenger services and multi-layered information transmission. These measures aim to achieve early recovery.
\nMar.<\/p>\n
“Customer Feedback Device” measures customer satisfaction in real time<\/p>\n
Customer feedback device.
\n2018<\/p>\n
May.<\/p>\n
Started “displaying estimated waiting times” using IT<\/p>\n
Estimated waiting time for each boarding gate is displayed in four levels: Not Busy, Less Busy, Busy, and Very Busy.
\n2017<\/p>\n
Jan.<\/p>\n
A first at a domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Walk-through commercial facility (Terminal 2 International Terminal)<\/p>\n
A walk-through commercial facility.
\nA first at a domestic airport!<\/p>\n
Smart lanes introduced (International flights, Terminal 2 Building)<\/p>\n
Staff working at a smart lane.
\n2016<\/p>\n
Apr.<\/p>\n
Japan’s first concessionaire, operating multiple airports!<\/p>\n
Kansai Airports begins operation of Kansai International Airport and Osaka Itami Airport<\/p>\n
Kansai Airports logo.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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