IT’S used by thousands of Kerry people every year and they must be doing something right over the border, as Cork Airport was named Best Airport in Europe serving under five million at the 29th ACI EUROPE Annual Assembly & Congress last night.

The event was attended by over 400 aviation chief executives and industry leaders. This is the second win for Cork Airport at the Awards, having also won its category in 2017.

The Awards recognise excellence and achievement across a variety of airport disciplines relating to airport operations.

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The shortlisted Airports (Torino Airport, Aberdeen International, Tallinn Airport, Limak Kosovo and London City Airport) were assessed by a panel of aviation expert judges and key institutional stakeholders. Cork Airport was announced as part of the proceedings of the Gala Dinner which was held at the Park Lane Resort & Spa, Limassol, Cyprus.

Cork Airport’s win was accredited to its support to passengers with disabilities, and its strong community engagement and safety and security indicators, including its drone awareness campaign.

The judges also highlighted the Airport’s €4 million investment in Food and Beverage offerings, promoting local products; its recent route network expansion; and its status of the most punctual airport in Ireland last year.