Osaka Itami Airport
Holding:
40% VINCI Airports
40% ORIX Corporation
20% Other entities
End of contract (year):
2060
In 2015, VINCI Airports signed a concession contract to operate the Osaka and Kansai airports — an agreement that marked a major step in VINCI Airports’ expansion outside France.
Osaka Itami is one of the country’s most important airports. Built in an area susceptible to natural disasters, the aviation hub requires VINCI Airports’ international technical expertise and practical experience.
At the same time, the success of local tourism means that air traffic in the region continues to rise.
In 2020, VINCI Airports is confirming its long-term commitment to Japan alongside its Japanese partner Orix with the completion of the renovation project at Osaka Itami Airport.
OPENING UP NEW OPPORTUNITIES
An airport and a place for people
Osaka Itami has been continuously evolving over the last five years. Once just another stage of the journey, the airport has been redesigned and is now a genuine showcase for the region. It is a place for people in its own right — as much for travellers as for local residents. Over 30 restaurants and shops have opened as well as a brand new rooftop area, where passengers can relax and enjoy the view. Whether they are in a rush or have time to kill, the entire airport has been designed to offer them an exceptional experience.
A first in Japan, the new commercial areas inaugurated in 2020 are located in the commercial (post-security) area of the terminals. They have been designed based on the “walkthrough” concept, which guarantees 100% of visibility for 100% of the shops. Passengers will thus be able to walk around while shopping.
A champion of efficiency
In 2023, the Punctuality League 2023 report by OAG, named Osaka Itami as the world’s most punctual airport in 2022. This is the fourth time the airport has received this award since joining the VINCI Airports network.
Moreover, a new flow management concept called “walkthrough duty free” offers passengers a smoother journey while allowing them to see all of the duty-free shops.
A cleaner and innovative airport
The teams at Osaka Itami are working tirelessly to reduce their CO2 emissions. VINCI Airports’ efforts were rewarded with Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA).
In 2020, Osaka Itami also became Japan’s first major airport with groundwater treatment facility that helps the airport secure a water supply source in times of crisis.
Challenge Met
Airport infrastructure adapted to the future climate
Climate change presents a threat for infrastructure, which is why VINCI Airports has developed preventive measures specifically for the Osaka region.
Intelligent and resilient, these new structures are prepared for the risks associated with global warming.
Key Stages
- 2015: Signature of the concession contract.
- April 2016: Start of operations.
- 2016: Level 2 Airport Carbon Accreditation.
- 2018: Soft opening of the new retail areas and rooftops.
- 2019: Opening of the Hydrogen station
- 2020:
- reopening of the new commercial areas
- ITAMI ranked as the world’s most punctual airport in the Large Airports category in OAG Aviation Worldwide Limited’s Punctuality League 2020.
- 2021: in line with VINCI Airports’ environmental ambition, Kansai Airports Group sets a long-term target aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions and a decarbonized society
- 2023:
- ITAMI ranked as the world’s most punctual airport in the Large Airports category in OAG Aviation Worldwide Limited’s Punctuality League 2023.
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