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To Enhance Service Levels, Elevate Standards, and Further Advance the Passenger Experience , Sharjah Airport Authority Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security

Monday April 20th, 2026

Sharjah Airport Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on service level standards with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, in a strategic step that reflects the depth and integration of the institutional partnership between the two entities. Aims to applying the highest standards of service and operations, by ensuring the continuous readiness of human resources around the clock, enhancing the efficiency of passport control operations, and adopting proactive approaches to managing peak periods, thereby accelerating passenger procedures and improving their overall experience.

The signing ceremony took place at the Sharjah Airport Authority, where the MoU was signed by His Excellency Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, and His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Kuwaiti, Acting Director General of Ports at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Faisal bin Saud Al Qasimi, Director of the Authority, along with a number of senior officials from both entities.

His Excellency Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, affirmed that the Memorandum of Understanding represents a strategic step within ongoing efforts to develop the integrated operational ecosystem at Sharjah Airport. This is achieved by enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening coordination with partners, contributing to the delivery of a seamless travel experience that meets passengers’ expectations.

His Excellency added: “This MoU reflects a strategic partnership between Sharjah Airport Authority and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security, where both entities operate within a unified system in which roles and efforts are fully integrated. This contributes to achieving a shared objective of enhancing the passenger experience. This collaboration also aims to improve the smooth flow of procedures and align operational efforts, ensuring the delivery of integrated services that meet passengers’ expectations.”

His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Kuwaiti emphasised the importance of signing the MoU in achieving quality standards and institutional governance in operational processes, contributing to passenger happiness and providing a safe, seamless, and comfortable travel experience. He also highlighted its role in reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in travel and tourism and supporting global mobility.

He noted that Sharjah Airport represents a strategic component and a key player within the UAE’s national travel ecosystem, as well as a prominent hub at regional and international levels, underscoring the significance of this partnership.

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Sharjah Airport Authority Showcases Cargo Expansion Plans and Advanced Logistics at Air Cargo India 2026

Monday March 2nd, 2026

Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) participated in Air Cargo India 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai from 25 to 27 February, where it showcased its key expansion plans in the air cargo sector, integrated logistics solutions, digital transformation initiatives, and sustainability strategy.

The event, one of South Asia’s leading exhibitions for air cargo and logistics, brought together major international companies and industry leaders across the logistics and supply chain sectors, providing the Authority with a strategic platform to strengthen air cargo connectivity between Sharjah and key Asian markets, particularly in the transport of perishables, express shipments, and live animal cargo.

The SAA delegation participated alongside Air Arabia and Sharjah Aviation Services as strategic partners at the exhibition. Through Sharjah Airport’s stand, the delegation held a series of high-level meetings and engagements aimed at enhancing commercial ties with one of the airport’s most important strategic markets.

The Authority’s participation forms part of its ongoing efforts to expand its international presence and deepen engagement across global markets, reinforcing Sharjah Airport’s position as a leading regional air cargo hub. This is driven by sustained investment in capacity expansion, adoption of smart technologies, and the development of advanced, future-ready infrastructure. In parallel, the Authority continues to implement comprehensive development programmes to increase annual passenger capacity while strengthening sustainability and integration across cargo, ground handling, and aviation services, in line with international best practices.

During the exhibition, the Authority explored opportunities to forge new partnerships with international cargo companies, while further strengthening existing collaborations to deliver faster, more flexible, and more sustainable cargo solutions globally. Its expansion plans reflect the growing demand for integrated logistics solutions, particularly sea–air cargo services — further reinforcing Sharjah’s position as a key node within global supply chains.

As part of its digital transformation journey, Sharjah Airport deploys advanced cargo management systems, electronic data interchange (EDI) platforms, and digital documentation processes to accelerate cargo handling and enhance customs coordination. Automated handling solutions and real-time tracking capabilities further improve operational efficiency, reduce processing times, and increase transparency across the entire cargo supply chain.

Under its sustainability strategy, Sharjah Airport continues to enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility through the implementation of solar power solutions, optimisation of energy consumption across terminal facilities, adoption of LED lighting systems, as well as the development of waste management and recycling initiatives.

Sharjah Airport has recorded strong growth in cargo services over the past five years, with total cargo throughput exceeding 204,000 tonnes in 2025, compared to approximately 195,000 tonnes in 2024. This consistent annual growth underscores the airport’s strategic importance as a fast-growing regional logistics hub and reflects its disciplined, data-driven expansion approach.

Air Cargo India 2026 provided a strategic platform for Sharjah Airport to engage with major exporters, airline operators, and logistics partners, further strengthening commercial relations and unlocking new avenues for growth.