Sharjah airport records 7m passengers in H1, 24.4% surge

Sharjah Airport has witnessed an impressive surge in traffic, with over 7m passengers passing through its terminals during the first half of 2023. This figure reflects a remarkable growth of over 24.4% compared to the corresponding period in 2022, the Sharjah Airport Authority said. The airport also achieved substantial growth in cargo operations, handling more than 70,000 tons of cargo, including 6,000 tons of sea-air cargo. These figures highlight the airport's essential role in facilitating trade and logistics operations, further reinforcing its reputation as a reliable and efficient cargo hub in the region, it said. Furthermore, the aircraft activity exhibited an upward trajectory, with a 14% increase in flights, totalling over 46,900 flights during this period, in comparison to the same period last year. <br/>