Air Marakanda, which operates Samarkand International Airport (SKD) has received silver membership status for Airports Council International (ACI) Europe.
“Silver membership with ACI Europe is an important acknowledgement of Samarkand International Airport and the next step towards a truly international profile for Air Marakanda,” said Anton Khodzhajan, General Director of Air Marakanda.
“I am convinced our cooperation will lead to improved service quality and an experience of international standards for travellers using Samarkand International,” he continued.
ACI Europe currently has mover than 500 airports in 55 countries as members. These airports serve 90% of commercial air traffic in Europe catering for 2.3 billion passengers, 18.4 million tonnes of cargo and 21.2 million flights annually.
Air Marakanda’s membership aligns with the company’s continued development of new routes to Uzbekistan’s historic gem – the ancient city of Samarkand. Air Marakanda and its state partner Uzbekistan Airports JCS have redeveloped and expanded SKD for US$80 million. The new airport will serve the region’s population of 3.9 million and act as a hub for international transit flights.
