Strong Passenger Growth Recorded

Press Release
Christchurch International Airport Limited

Strong Passenger Growth Recorded

Christchurch International Airport experienced strong passenger growth during September, with total passenger movements recording a year-on-year increase of 3.6%.

International passenger movements were up 10% on the previous record set in September 2006 and were at a record high for the fifth consecutive month.

Domestic passenger growth also continued, with a 1.2% increase on the same month last year.

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Christchurch International Airport, Gateway for the Best of the South Island Christchurch International Airport welcomed 5.5 million passengers in 2006/2007, ranking as New Zealand's second largest airport. The Airport occupies a unique position economically, as the South Island's busiest and most strategic air connection to the world's trade and tourism markets. In addition, the airport plays an important role as the South Island's major domestic hub servicing all New Zealanders, enabling passengers to connect to a full spectrum of destinations throughout New Zealand. Christchurch International Airport is a major driver of the regional Canterbury economy, generating airport precinct related jobs for nearly 5000 people.

Christchurch International Airport is owned and operated by Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL). CIAL was established as a limited liability company in 1988, and ownership of CIAL is now shared by Christchurch City Holdings Limited with 75% and the New Zealand Government with 25%. The company's vision is to excel in the delivery of airport services as the gateway for the best of the South Island. Visit christchurchairport.co.nz for more information.

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